Fertilization
See Green uses the finest quality products to ensure optimal results.
Fertilization:
See Green uses slow-release granular fertilizers that feed the turf slowly over a six week period. Using slow release fertilizer is the most favorable way to maintain a home lawn. Fertilizer feeds the rooting system and strengthens the plant to help it resist drought and disease while giving the turf a desirable green color and a defense from invading weeds. Typically the soil requires four timed fertilizer applications annually.
Understanding Fertilizer Nutrients
A label is required on all fertilizer bags. This label must show the percentage of nitrogen by weight, available phosphate and soluble potash. See Green has developed a proven fertilizer program using these nutrients at a specific rate.
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N-P-K definition:
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N = Nitrogen: Develops the leaf and stem growth and gives the lawn a dark green color.
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P = Phosphorus : Helps roots take quickly to the soil and aides in establishing seed growth.
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K = Potassium : Promotes plant hardiness and resistance to stress as well as disease.
Fertilizer applications
Late Spring: This application is applied to protect the plant from anticipated summer drought and stress by using a product higher in potassium.
Fall: This application is applied to help encourage root growth and stimulate seed germination.
Late Fall: This application is applied to supply nutrients to new growth and prepare for winter temperatures.
Winter: This application is applied to strengthen roots for winter survival.