Fertilization of Lawn Areas

Spring Application (April) 5 - 5 - 20
A pre-emergent granular fertilizer application will be broadcast. This application will be low nitrogen well balanced fertilizer. The percentage of nitrogen will be low because of the ground temperature. The ground temperature needs to be 59-60 degrees Fahrenheit for the nitrogen to be totally absorbed by the plant.

Late Spring/Early Summer (May 20-June 10) 20 - 4 - 10
A pre-emergent slow release fertilizer will be broadcast. This application will contain a higher content of nitrogen, which will also be slow released nitrogen. The increased percentage of nitrogen will promote healthy growth in the young grass plants. The increased percentage of potassium will help the plant prepare for the hot and dry summer days ahead. The potassium will also help boost the plants disease resistance.

Mid-Summer (July) 5 - 5 - 20
A pre-emergent evenly balanced fertilizer will be broadcast. This application will have a low percentage of nitrogen and phosphorus to prevent the turf from burning in the hot summer temperatures. The percentage of potassium will still be a high percentage to help the plant guard against high temperatures, drought, and disease.

Late Summer (August 20-September 20) 20 - 4 - 10
A pre-emergent slow release fertilizer application will be broadcast. The application will be a balanced fertilizer. The pre-emergent will help prevent dandelions for the following season.

Late Fall (October 20-November 20) 46 - 0 - 0
A stabilized nitrogen fertilizer will be broadcast. The application provides the turf with the proper nutrients to produce carbohydrates for the following spring. This application will also stimulate healthy root growth and establishment.