A beautiful lawn doesn’t just happen naturally. It’s produced through careful planning and maintenance, as well as regular lawn treatments, like fertilization. But feeding your turf isn’t always as simple as it seems. In fact, many local homeowners in and around the Bayport, NY area struggle with this lawn care service. That’s where Lawn Doctor of Bayport-Sayville can help. Below is a list of some common questions and answers related to fertilization.
What are the benefits of lawn fertilization? If your lawn doesn’t get fertilized, it has to rely solely on the soil that surrounds it for nutrition. Oftentimes, though, this soil isn’t of good quality and doesn’t contain the right level of nutrients to support proper root and blade development, leading to deficiencies. Fertilization can offset these by supplementing your lawn and giving grass plants what they need to flourish.
What nutrients does my lawn need? It depends on the condition of your soil and the age of your lawn. In general, the two major nutrients needed are nitrogen and potassium. However, newly planted lawns, for example, need minerals like these in a much different combination than an already established lawn. We always recommend performing a soil test first so you understand the nutrient content of your soil before delivering lawn care fertilization services.
When should I fertilize? There are certain points during the year that are best to fertilize lawns. This depends on grass type. All grasses fall into two categories: warm- and cool-season. Cool-season lawns, which grow best in hot summers and cold winters and are most prevalent in our Northeast region, should be fertilized at the end of summer, in autumn, and at the beginning of spring.
How frequently? We know that timing your lawn care fertilization services is important to keep your yard well-fed, without overdoing it. We typically recommend feedings every six to eight weeks. However, that’s a general rule of thumb and frequency depends on your lawn’s unique condition and overall health.
The Bayport Area’s Choice for Fertilization and Lawn Care Services
Want to put professionals to work on your lawn to ensure it’s properly fertilized at the right time and in the correct amounts? Call the lawn care specialists at Lawn Doctor of Bayport-Sayville. We will evaluate your soil and grass, develop a customized fertilization plan, and deliver it using top-quality products and advanced, ground-metered equipment. You can also rely on us for technicians who are experienced, prompt, and professional, ready to bring out your lawn’s best.
Beyond Bayport and Sayville, our lawn care services, such as fertilization, are offered in many surrounding communities, including Patchogue, Manorville, Wading River, and Brookhaven. Call Lawn Doctor of Bayport-Sayville today at (631) 384-1977 to book your free assessment.
