How to Choose the RIGHT FERTILIZER for your LAWN

[@chelseasingleton9269]

What is a good starter fertilizer for overseeding?

[@robertlevy4613]

Watching from Georgetown and admiring from here. I hope to have 70% of the lawn you one day. Keep up the great work Coach.

[@LawnInsider]

Thanks Robert!

[@geoffkopecky3652]

what soil temperature is best to start applying organic fertilizers like milorganite? thank you.

[@LawnInsider]

You are right that raised soil temps will do a more efficient job of raising microbial activity in the soil. I'll just say that typically, I don't look at putting organic fertilizers down until at least April 1.

[@GamezFamily]

My grass is a mix of st. augustine and bermuda in texas with one side of the yard being more full sun exposed than the other. I have seen people put out what looks like a soil looked fertilizer on their lawns to treat their patch areas. I have some lawn food to place out but can you give me some insight on how to fix dead grass areas. Maybe can I do both?

[@douglascain6404]

Growing a green healthy lawn is an art, not a science because every lawn is different. There are way too many variables involved. Where do you live? What grass type do you have? What is your soil's ph level? How nutrient rich is your soil? How much sunlight and rain does your lawn get? How compact is your soil? What percentage of your lawn are weeds? What weeds are growing in your neighbor's yard? How much road salt is splashed on your lawn? Do dogs constantly relieve themselves on your grass? Are grubs feasting on your roots? What is falling out of the trees; pine needles, pine cones, helicopter seeds, acorns, twigs, leaves or fruit? Do you enjoy raking? How often do you mow and do you discharge the clippings out the side, mulch or bag? How sharp is your lawn mower blade? What does your budget look like? How much time and money are you willing to spend on lawn products and working on the lawn? How do you handle the bugs and fungus. Getting your lawn to look really good requires a huge commitment.

[@werquantum]

This man speaks the truth.

[@Falcon-tf4ww]

Good video Rhett. Jealous of your weather in Texas. We're still waiting for decent weather in Michigan. Thank you.

[@LawnInsider]

We’ll be jealous of y’all come summer time when we’re baking 😂

[@jeremiahjones3226]

I just got the soil test kit from yard mastery. Does the app form a plan for me to follow? Or do i have to read the results and try to figure it out.

[@LawnInsider]

The app will suggest a couple fertilizers for you to use. Really all that’s important is the analysis, you don’t necessarily have to go with Yard Mastery.

[@jamessemler9827]

Would you recommend fertilizer on newly laid sod to give it an extra boost for getting it established?

[@LawnInsider]

I would just go water early on! A very light coat of fert wouldn’t do any damage, but just focus on the water.

[@kearney36]

Love your videos man keep it up!

[@LawnInsider]

Appreciate it! Thanks for dropping a comment!

[@nathanielpabalate7439]

I was hoping this video could help me. How can my soil test quantitatively drive what type of fertilizers to use and what the ideal ratios are? eg if my soil has really low/somewhat low/high nitrogen and what numbers to assign to those?

[@LawnInsider]

Nitrogen is used very quickly in the lawn. Virtually all soil tests will show low N. Unless the samples were pulled shortly after a fertilizer application. As far the other macros and micros, you're just going to base your ratio on what you're seeing with your results. If you're high in P or K, you won't need a formulation that's high in those. If you're high in Fe, don't apply iron, etc. Then take another soil test in a year or so, and see what changes have taken place.

[@MrErpman]

For 2024 I'm going to try Sta-Green Performance Max at Lowes. It seems to have about the same ingredients as PGF complete but is much cheaper per application. PGF worked great but is pricey.

[@GRogers41728]

Great info Rhett. What fert do you reccommend when sand leveling? granular or liquid? High nitrogen content? apply before or after sand? Thanks

[@LawnInsider]

I think the most beneficial strategy there would be apply at half rate maybe 2 weeks before leveling, then apply at half rate after leveling. I’m typically going to stick with granular fertilizers as my primary feeder. Supplement with liquids though.

[@mandomestizo]

Hi! great video! but i was here to find out if a weed and feed 16 lbs bag of 18-0-18 was worth buying because its in discount its costs $ 15 p/bag, but the question is: what it weed and feed for? and why you dont recomend them?

[@Theogtheogtheog]

But which NPK do we use?

[@petedetraglia4776]

I use N-EXT products which are fully organic liquids but the great thing is that their products are absorbed from the grass blade along with the root once it gets watered into the ground...Within 2 days of first application I have a dark green lush lawn in mid March here in Upstate N.Y. with temperatures that are averaging around 50s in the daytime and high 30s to mid 40 degrees at night time. My Spring N-EXT application had Iron in it and has been holding its color since then... I stopped using granular applications about 4 years ago unless I'm adjusting PH because I need more pounds to the ground that liquid application can handle... I also use liquid Humic Acid, minor nutrients, root growth stimulator, sea kelp, and potasium so my clay soil stays in spec on my soil tests. Funny thing is I only use about 1.5 pounds of Nitrogen a year and grass stays healthy all season long...Great video...

[@LawnInsider]

I feel like a always get a great response from the lawn after applying those N-EXT products! Those temperatures sound like our winters here haha

[@alfredkulhanek1889]

Is the scotts safe to use on st.augustine and bermida mix? Tia

[@charlesmartin4862]

Great video ... Why are avoiding weed and feed products??

[@Sulfen]

Because some of them can burn certain types of grasses. If you know it won't burn your type of grass for sure then you can use it and have no problems and better results. Most people will assume that they can use any of them on their type of grass and burn it and blame the product.

[@SeahawkAz]

Weed and Feed is marketing for people who are lazy or not informed. It is best to do separate feedings and weed killer application they are doing completely opposite things.

[@Ljay-fn8yl]

causes cancer

[@Matthlanning]

Sylver Symbol did a video where he sprayed blue def on a patch of his lawn as a source of nitrogen. Also, hello from New Braunfels aswell!

[@jasonottem1784]

Where did you get your slash blocks from? Haven't been able to find shorter ones like you have.

[@LawnInsider]

I actually don’t know. They came with the house!

[@jdzarate6894]

Hello from Houston! Great video brotha

[@RioTheHitman]

How often do you use your granular fertilizer?

[@LawnInsider]

I’ll typically try to put out some fertilizer at least once a month. I’ll very rarely actually use bag rate though. Usually lighter.

[@angelc87]

Are you still using the Scott’s souther lawn boss?

[@LawnInsider]

Probably going to use the Yard Mastery and GreenTRX products I have in the garage for the season!

[@angelc87]

@@LawnInsider yeah I went ahead and ordered me the yard mastery. Unfortunately I just did a fert application Memorial Day so gonna have to wait till the end of the month to try out the flagship 😃 but I’m excited for it!

[@lindaconrad552]

Cool season lawns are same ?

[@LawnInsider]

Cool season lawns can use the same fertilizers, but the timing of when you want to push your lawn is different. It's all based on climate. What fertilizer you want to use is really based on the soil type in your specific area.

[@Ebener7]

What is the reason for staying clear of weed and feed products?

[@LawnInsider]

I prefer liquid weed killers. Plus weed and feed products typically have to be applied to an already wet lawn, which makes for a messy application. I just err on the side of using separate products for my feeding and weed killing.

[@Ebener7]

@@LawnInsider Thank you!

[@sidneydavis3795]

You know he's right about putting down grain or we didn't feed all of them on I did mine a couple weeks ago when it was due on the lawn in the morning and I had so much fertilizer on my feet and the spreader it looks like more was on myself than it was on the lawn know he's right about putting down grain or we didn't feed all of them on I did mine a couple weeks ago when it was due on the lawn in the morning and I had so much fertilizer on my feet and the spreader it looks like more was on myself than it was on the lawn

[@joemills4716]

Hey Rhett. A couple questions…What camera do you use to do your videos, as well as stand? Also was wondering what you use to edit the videos? I dropped YM flagship on 3/24. Then some Milo on 4/17. When would you apply the flag ship again? San Antonio area. Thanks

[@LawnInsider]

I would probably hold off on another fertilizer app until mid-May or so, but it does depend how heavy (or light) you went. I shoot most of my videos on a GoPro Hero10. Occasionally I’ll use my iPhone for a few clips. I use Rode Wireless Mics. I use the Adobe Suite programs to edit. Primarily Premiere Pro and Photoshop, but occasionally After Effects as well.

[@timborski1210]

If ya need to get rid of that Earthway I know a guy..... Lol :D Keep up the great work sir, love that we have had a nice stretch of rain here in NB. Tossed down my 2nd app of PGF Complete, next month I want to try the YM Double Dark and see if it lives up to the name.

[@MrErpman]

I'm between NB and SM and I started PGF complete this year and it's doing great. I'm sure the rain is helping too. Last year I under fertilized and the lawn suffered. My grass is palisades zoysia.

[@richardsmith1161]

I wouldn't say putting down organics early is a waste of money, it will get broken down when the soil wakes up.

[@LawnInsider]

Fair! I guess a better way of putting it would’ve been, don’t apply them early expecting a quick, noticeable response from your turf. Thanks for commenting!

[@Zilla12]

Glad i found a Texas based lawn KZbinr. We bought our house last year and are doing the fromt yard this year with Habiturf #SaveTheBees. If we get around to it this summer we want Bermuda in the backyard. Looking forward to tuning in.

[@bigdickenergy6969]

The bees are safe bro lol

[@tanktexas]

Hey bro can I use ironite between my fertilizer application.

[@henrytom5824]

i would say yes its mostly for greening (iron) read the bag though make sure it doesn't include more of the npk ingredients your lawn needs if you already got a good fert application. i use milorganite in between my applications.

[@joylessburrito1090]

Finally found a Texas based lawn creator that lives close to me. W

[@acmdad]

Why are you against Weed and Feed?

[@gw163]

I'm wondering this too. I got a weed and feed product because the pounds of nitrogen in the bag was exactly what I needed for the entire year.... Any extra killing of weeds is just a bonus.

[@LawnInsider]

A few things. First and foremost, I like keeping my weed treatments and fertilizer apps separate. I also prefer using liquid herbicides over granular, mainly due to the messy nature of application with the granular weed killers. Usually you have to apply to an already wet lawn, which makes for a messy treatment. I also like to avoid making blanket herbicide treatments on the entire lawn if possible. The last thing that really sticks out to me about most Weed & Feed products is that they’ll have a max annual rate, so even if you wanted to use it for the fertilizer portion, you could only apply it up to a certain point.

[@scottgay8389]

Combo products are similar to a one size fits all. Combined none can do better than individual products specifically targeted for one need

[@Orangeokie7]

@@gw163if you're on a preemergent schedule, you really wouldn't need a weed and feed.

[@MrChaz0409]

Who owns that awesome Ford diesel in the background 🤩

[@LawnInsider]

The neighbor!

[@josechica1283]

I put both together

[@josechica1283]

Best time is beginning of spring and Mother’s Day

[@Nikolasto77]

What would happen if I were to stop fertilizing my lawn at all? Just mulching clippings? Trees never get fertilized and they are always nice and green.

[@petedetraglia4776]

Tree roots are massive and way deeper than grass roots...They stay cool and get fertility from deep within the ground. Also trees do a lot more photo synthesis as they are taller and have way more foliage to absorb sunlight...Mulching is always good as it puts nutrients back into the ground but if you soil is missing key elements you need for a healthy lawn the only way to have healthier grass is to supply the nutrients it needs...

[@Nikolasto77]

@@petedetraglia4776 thank you, makes sense

[@fixitrod4969]

I didn't see the part of how to choose which is right.

[@marcomurillo14]

Why does the cost per nitrogen matter?

[@LawnInsider]

Because when you’re paying for a fertilizer, you’re really paying for those macros (mostly). NPK. Nitrogen is the primary driver in plant growth. So you wouldn’t want to spend way more for N than you have to.

[@musicgroopie1]

We spend several hundred dollars or more every year on our soil and lawns and we get zero vegetables we can eat. My advice is to spend 100 dollars on your grass by expanding your garden which in return will feed your family.

[@jbrlet1681]

I think all lawn care KZbinrs should start every video with their name, what state or region they live in and what type of grass they have.

[@KB-uw6zv]

He says in multiple vids he’s in Texas and he’s wearing a Texas shirt lol.

[@ThatTexan2002]

I'm having some issues killing some goose grass on my St aug lawn in Central TX Can't find a homeowner product that is labeled for it. Do you know of any?

[@1ray917]

Are you still having this issue?

[@ThatTexan2002]

@@1ray917 Certainty and Celsius 👌

[@dogerine]

I like sta-green

[@99ZebraCakes]

Hey new braunfels here as well lol

[@leov0]

So we're all just living in New Braunfels now lol

[@LawnInsider]

howdy neighbor 🤠

[@El_El_Guapo]

I still don't know what to choose

[@Harambe19]

I’ve heard that synthetic fertilizers can cause birth defects in pregnant woman and child development issues with growing children. I’ll look forward to the organic fertilizer.

[@Joh-d7q]

Just aerate twice a year and mulch when you mow . Unless you’re trying to keep up with the joneses . Save your money .

[@monkeybusiness2918]

hello my handsome king

[@dougmorris5625]

Get your soil tested before you start dumping crap on it which it may not need!

[@ryantfinchum]

You were avoiding weed and feed products and didn't say why... Twice

[@KB-uw6zv]

He explains in other videos he doesn’t like them and uses separate products

[@Ljay-fn8yl]

causes cancer