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Lawn Tips Fertilization and Florida-Friendly Landscaping Apply fertilizers sparingly and use fertilizers that contain slow-release, water-insoluble forms of nitrogen. The amount of fertilizer you should apply to your lawn depends on such factors as grass species, soil type and permeability, and your location in the state. To avoid thatch buildup, disease and excessive growth and to save water, follow these University of Florida-recommended practices: Fertilize in moderation; more is not necessarily better. Read and follow all fertilizer label instructions. For Bahia grass, apply 2 to 3 pounds of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet per year in the northern part of the state and 2 to 4 pounds per 1,000 square feet in the central and southern areas of Florida. For St. Augustine grass, annual nitrogen needs range from 2 to 4 pounds in the north, 2 to 5 pounds in the central area and 4 to 6 pounds in the south. For specifics to your area, contact the local county Extension office. Fertilize only during the growing season. Allow a month between autumn application and the time of freeze if possible, allowing new growth to harden off and become less vulnerable to frost. Feed in spring with a complete micro-nutrient fertilizer. Mowing - Cut your grass at the highest recommended height for your turf species or the highest setting on your lawn mower. Cut no more than one-third of the grass length to encourage grass roots to grow deeper and grass blades to hold moisture. Keep mower blades sharp for a clean cut; dull blades tear grass, opening it to disease. Leave short grass clippings where they fall. The clippings reduce the lawn’s need for water and fertilizer. Remove thick patches of clippings so that the clippings will not kill the grass underneath. Visit Scotts for all your Fertilizer & Insect Needs: |
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