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The key to beautiful, healthy turf grass is the balance of proper horticultural practices including proper watering, mowing techniques, fertilization, weed control and insect and disease control. A proper fertilization program will promote necessary growth and minimize weeds. Now is a great time to start a fertilization program.
Outline of Basic Lawn Fertilization Program:
This is an all granular program.
| Treatment #1 |
Pre-emergent and post emergent for control of cool season weeds. |
January 1st - February 28th
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| Treatment #2 |
A balanced slow release fertilizer to promote root growth and green color with weed and feed. |
March 1st - April 15th
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| Treatment #3 |
A balanced fertilizer with weed and feed. |
April 15th- June 30th
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| Treatment #4 |
A balanced fertilizer (28-3-10 with iron). |
July 1st - August 31st
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| Treatment #5 |
Pre-emergent with fertilizer for control of cool season weeds. |
September 1st - October 31st
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| Treatment #6 |
Pre-emergent for extended winter weed control. |
November 1st - December 31st
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Other services available: grub worm and fire ant control, fungicide treatment,
nut grass control, shrub insect and disease control, soil test and aeration.
The cost of the fertilization is based on square footage with a minimum charge of $46.00 + tax per application and $8.00 + tax per 1000 sq. ft. above 5000 sq. ft.
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