When you have high standards for your yard, lawn fertilization can be a challenge. In Charleston County, most homeowners can fertilize their lawn well enough that the grass survives. But if you want your lawn to thrive, you need to give it the right nutrients at the right times.
At Lawn Doctor of Charleston, we take pride in the quality of our lawn fertilization services and the consistency of our results. Because of those results, homeowners in Charleston County often ask us for tips on fertilization.
Below, we’ve collected three questions that we routinely hear from homeowners, along with answers to these questions that can be helpful for your lawn.
Lawn Fertilization Questions & Answers
How do I know when to fertilize turf? Most lawns need fertilization at least four times a year: in early spring, late spring, summer, and autumn. We suggest looking up the fertilization schedule for your species of turf, then keeping track of this schedule with your personal calendar or a dedicated app. This should also tell you which NPK values you’ll need for each application.
What are NPK values, and why do they matter? NPK values are included on fertilizer packaging, and they tell you the percentage of nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium in the fertilizer. These values are critical when selecting the right fertilizer because each ingredient has a different effect on turf. For example, nitrogen will help your grass grow more quickly and will give it stronger color. However, it’s less helpful for promoting strong roots or overall health.
What’s the difference between granular and liquid fertilizer? The main difference between granular and liquid fertilizer is how quickly they get absorbed by grass. Granular fertilizer is built to release nutrients slowly, which means it fertilizes turf for weeks at a time. Liquid fertilizer gets absorbed much more quickly, but it can be helpful when grass needs nutrients fast or when your lawn is struggling to absorb granular fertilizer.
Lawn Fertilization Services in Charleston County
The easiest way to get lawn fertilization right is with help from a local lawn care expert. That’s where Lawn Doctor of Charleston can make a big difference to your turf! Our fertilization plans offer ongoing coverage for homeowners in Charleston County, with each treatment tailored to your lawn’s unique needs and growing conditions.
Our lawn fertilization services are provided to homeowners in:
- Charleston County
- Charleston
- Mt. Pleasant
- West Ashley
- Summerville
- Moncks Corner
- North Charleston
- James Island
- And the surrounding areas!
For lawn fertilization in Charleston County, contact us today!
