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Fertilizer Basics
Grasses require at least 16 different essential elements in their diets, most of which are provided by the grass’s surrounding environment. Howev… Read more »
Fertilizer Guidelines
North and South
The optimal time to apply fertilizers is when the grass roots and blades are actively growing. Apply fast-release fertilizers… Read more » at a rat
Step 3: Amend the Soil
This is your best opportunity to add amendments such as fertilizer, organic matter, and lime or sulfur. Use a soil test… Read more » to determine the best amend
Step 4. Add Nutrients
Use a slow-release fertilizer… Read more », and avoid putting down more fertilizer than you need. Adding too much nitrogen can cause rapid growth and a thinning of
Cultural Measures Count
In addition to promoting healthier grass, mowing to the right height… Read more » is helpful in preventing weeds because keeping your turf longer helps block sunlig
Work on the Down Low to Improve What’s on Top
… Read more »Horticulturists agree that time spent improving what is happening below the surface of a lawn greatly reduces the time needed to maintain what is on top o
