Phosphorus in fertilizers has had a bad reputation for several years; it is time to rethink our attitudes (and usage) of this essential nutrient.
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Plants need food to survive. Learning more about what nutrients the grasses in your lawn need and crave can help you take a step toward more informed and responsible lawn care.
It’s fall y’all! But this year things are a little different due to crispy, dry conditions out there.
Summer annual weeds are presenting in lots of lawns right now. The good news? Mother Nature is going to kill them for you sooner, rather than later…
The perfect time for Step 3 is nearly here!
Someday your lawn will look like this… But it will take time, patience, and effort to get there.
Poa annua may rank among the most difficult weeds to control in Iowa lawns. Read more about this unwelcome guest here!
A brief history of fertilizers and what you can learn from a fertilizer label
New product alert! Be the first to know more <3
Fall is the best time of year to do lawn projects. Read more about your feeding options, and the importance of aeration, here!
Is dethatching really something you should do everywhere? What is thatch anyway?
When it comes to crabgrass control (and grub control), you have options our feeding programs.
Calcium and sulfur don’t get near the credit they should for helping our plants and soils live healthier lives.
Let’s be honest, most of us didn’t ever learn from a sod farmer how to fertilizer your lawn effectively, efficiently, and responsibly. Now’s your chance!
Grubs can be scary to think about, but don’t worry, there are lots of options for how to deal (or not deal) with them. Learn more here!
For some, dandelions are a welcome sign of spring, for others, they are a source of stress and an eye sore. This season’s article has tips and tricks for people across the dandelion love-hate spectrum. Enjoy!
Should I lime my yard? Good question. The answer may be yes… or no… But we need more information first. Learn more here!
Happy Spring!
It’s time to apply Step 1 to wake up your yard with a dose of 13-13-13 (and gypsum or lime too!)!
Step 1 for Spring Green-Up
It’s time for the first step of our 4-Step program: 13-13-13
Why do we recommend a starter fertilizer that contains a small amount of phosphorus in the early spring?
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