Lesco 28 0 3 Fertilizer

The perfect fertilizer for Florida lawns. Ideal for larger lawns but works well for small yards, Ideal for larger lawns but works well for small yards, just a little more challenging to throw down appropriate amount per 1000/sq ft. Provides good boost of nitrogen with plenty of potassium.

Does Lesco fertilizer need to be watered in?

DIRECTIONS FOR USE: This LESCO product is a profes- sional quality turf fertilizer for use on all lawn areas. The best results with this product are obtained when it is applied to actively growing grass, and watered into the turf soon after application.

How long does Lesco fertilizer last?

LESCO PolyPlus-Opti™ Controlled-release nitrogen delivers quick green up and consistent feeding of nutrients for up to six months.

How long does Lesco fertilizer take to work?

4 day results. I used half the bag on my 7000 ft2 lawn. Within 4 days the grass filled in well and greened up big time. Recommend to anyone.

How often should I use LESCO fertilizer?

Lesco Lawn Fertilizer Apply in November to December for tall fescue lawns and May to June for warm season grasses.

What month Should I fertilize lawn?

Ideally, the ground should be around 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Depending on where you live, March to April is the best time to fertilize your lawn. It's also best if your yard is watered a few days before you want to apply the fertilizer, whether that's from rain or a sprinkler.

Is it better to fertilize before or after rain?

When is the best time to fertilize a lawn – before or after a rain? Too much rain could wash away the fertilizer before it has a chance to soak into the soil, so plan to fertilize several days before a heavy rain arrives or several days later.

Is it OK to fertilize before rain?

It's fine to spread your fertilizer before it rains as long as it's more mild or light conditions. Of course, water is important for plant growth and is similarly important to helping the fertilizer's nutrients break down and get absorbed through the roots.

Should I mow before fertilizing?

Ideally, you'll want to mow and rake before fertilizing, so that excess lawn waste is removed and the fertilizer will have an easier time reaching the soil. Aerating your soil before fertilizing can also help; the best times to aerate are when your grass is actively growing, such as in spring or early fall.

Can I fertilize my lawn every 2 weeks?

Can I fertilize my lawn every 2 weeks? To avoid over-fertilizing, applying a fertilizer every two weeks is not recommended. Fertilizing as often as every two weeks will likely lead to problems such as lawn burn, excessive grass growth, as well as polluted water that can lead to toxic algae growth.

Does fertilizer need to be watered in?

All fertilizers should be watered-in. This ensures that the product will be washed into the soil and become available to the grass through the roots. It's important to water-in with enough water—but not too much.

Will LESCO fertilizer burn grass?

St Augustine Grass Lesco Weed and Feed 50lbs will cover 13,000 square feet of lawn, kill off crabgrass, goosegrass, sandspurs and other summer weeds without burning this delicate grass. It's best to apply it to a lawn using a fertilizer spreader after the lawn has been thoroughly watered.

What happens if you apply fertilizer to wet grass?

Fertilizer applied to grass that is damp or wet but not soggy will be just as effective as fertilizer applied to dry grass. Fertilizer applied to waterlogged grass or grass that is in soil that has standing water on top of it may be diluted so much that it will lose 60% or more of its potency.

How long should you stay off grass after fertilizing?

After the fertilizer has been completely absorbed into the soil, yes. It's generally recommended to wait about 24-72 hours after a fertilizer application before letting your kids go back onto the grass and to also ensure your lawn is watered well before the kids go back to playing in the grass.

How long after granular fertilizer should I water?

If your lawn gets liquid fertilizer, wait until it dries before watering, about 2-4 hours. If it's granular fertilizer, water right away. One exception: if you also got spot weed treatments at the same time, wait for that to dry before watering, or the water will wash off the weed killer before it can work.

Can you overuse fertilizer?

Excess fertilizer alters the soil by creating too high of a salt concentration, and this can hurt beneficial soil microorganisms. Over- fertilization can lead to sudden plant growth with an insufficient root system to supply adequate water and nutrients to the plant.

What time of day to apply pre emergent?

The best time to apply is the when the daytime highs drop to the mid-70s for about three to five days in a row. Since a pre-emergent application will not last through the following summer, make a pre-emergent application late spring or early summer (see Spring Herbicide Application map).

What setting do I use for LESCO fertilizer?

A: Hello, For the Lesco 18-24-12 Starter Fertilizer, according to the product label a setting 15 for a LESCO rotary is recommended or a setting 8 for the Scotts Accugreen 3000.

What happens if you fertilize your lawn too early in spring?

The young, tender grass roots that are beginning to grow in early spring are easily burned by the fertilizer. Fertilizing too soon can result in tender top growth which is easily injured by a late frost.

Can I mow and fertilize on the same day?

Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium take time to absorb into your soil. Doing anything too drastic on your lawn, such as cutting your grass, will disrupt this process. We always suggest to our clients that they wait 24 to 48 hours before mowing their lawn after fertilization.