Fertilizing Your Yard

For those of you who tested your soil this spring, and for those who didn’t, it’s time to pick the proper fertilizer for the lawn. The most important component of the fertilizer is nitrogen (the first number in fertilizer). We all need to apply nitrogen a couple of times a year. Nitrogen is used for plant growth and it can also evaporate and be washed off. Phosphate and potash (second and third numbers) can be anywhere from too much to non-existent.

After fertilizer is applied, be sure and apply a measured amount of water. Not enough water can cause burning (mainly from salt) and too much will cause run off. Fertilizer run off has been linked to algae blooms in lakes and ponds. If you use the correct amount of fertilizer less water will be needed to get your lawn in tip top shape. Because water restrictions are the new normal, it is tempting to apply fertilizer before the rain. It may be tempting, but controlled water amounts are best to prevent run off and uneven distribution. It is, however, a very good idea to apply your fertilizer after a rain when the ground is wet. You still need to put some water on it but it will only take a small amount. 

Some of the all-natural fertilizers we offer include Bradfield, Hi-Yield and Soil Mender products.

Synthetic fertilizers include Triple 13 fertilizer which sells for $17/bag.  We also offer Rounding out the mix is a good selection of Ferti-Lome and Hi-Yield products. Ark Country Store also offers Dow Herbicide.  Give Austin a call to discuss.

If your lawn or garden soil is need of a particular item, chances are we have it. Ark Country Store stocks sulfur, potash, phosphate, iron, zinc and aluminum. Some of these are available in both large and small bags.