The pellets spread more evenly with less dust. This will improve soil drainage, add organic nutrients and improve your soil's capacity to hold water. If you are going to apply fertilizer, timing is everything. Effective lawn feeding after Thanksgiving is often hampered by wintery conditions, during which time precipitation will wash the fertilizer into local streams, contributing to waterway pollution. Never fertilize in the summer.
Most lawn grasses are cool season species, which die back during the heat of the summer.
You Bet Your Grass Select grass species that are appropriate for your expected usage area and environmental conditions. Different grass species were developed for different purposes. Some species thrive in shade, others in high traffic areas, still others in formal settings. If in doubt, contact your local Cooperative Extension agent for suggestions. Read the Label . . .