Lawn Fertilization

A healthy lawn requires proper fertilization. These frequently asked questions and answers will give you information on maintaining the health and appearance of your lawn through fertilization.

• How do I know if I need crabgrass control?
• When should I put crabgrass control down?
• When is the best time to apply herbicides to control Dandelions and other weeds in my lawn?
• When should I apply an insecticide?
• When and how much should I fertilize my lawn?
• When is the most important time of the year to fertilize?
• Explain the differences in fertilizers for home lawns?
• What is the best ratio for lawn fertilizer?
• How does nitrogen affect a turfgrass plant? Phosphorus? Potassium?
• What are the other major elements that a turfgrass plant needs to grow and survive?
• When is the best time to fertilize a lawn?
• What summertime weeds can be eradicated with a broadleaf weed control?
• How late in the fall can fertilizer be applied to a lawn?
• What are the symptoms of fertilizer burn?
• Why do insecticides seem to fail or lose their effect on harmful turfgrass insects?