Fertilizing

Feed your lawn the right way, at the right time

Fertilizer can turn a tired lawn into a thick, deep green one, but the wrong product or timing can burn grass, feed weeds or wash into storm drains. Understanding what the numbers on the bag mean, and what your soil actually needs, keeps you from guessing and wasting effort.

The guides here help you read a fertilizer label, choose between slow-release and quick-release products, time feedings for your grass type and apply them evenly with a spreader. You will also find advice on soil tests, correcting pH, organic options and what to do after a heavy application goes wrong. When your soil results show serious imbalances or your yard has persistent problems despite good care, your local cooperative extension office or a lawn professional can help you build a plan.