Lawn fertilization: when and how to act to make it grow lush

Lawn fertilization is aimportant activityif you wish to enjoy athick green coat, without running the risk of creating those unpleasant stains caused by less vigorous grass. Every time you adjust the length, you deprive the lawn of many natural substances it needs. It is therefore vital to help him recover everything he needs to thrive.

When you fertilize a lawn, in fact,restore balanceof organic substances - such asnitrogen, potassium, iron and phosphorus- which help it grow, maintain a good appearance and last over time. Unlike what happens in a wild field - where the natural cycle takes place in complete autonomy - your garden tends to become impoverished quickly, as it is often mowed.

This is where we atBazargiustowe come to the rescue for green lovers like you. With over thirty years of experience, we bring you our advice so you canhelp your turf regain the right vitality. Here are some of the positive consequences of regular fertilization:

- donateresistenceto the meadow;

-protectsthe garden from diseases and infestations;

- avoids the problem ofthinned out and dry clods;

- gives the coat abright colour, shiny and homogeneous.

Below you will find all the practical information that will be useful to avoid unpleasant experiences and wasting money on low quality products. There is also some advice on how to avoid damaging the turf and the ground underneath.

How many types of lawn fertilizer does the market offer?

There are severaltypes of lawn fertilizer that can satisfy the needs of every gardening enthusiast. You can get a first idea by scrolling through the complete range of the best fertilizers directly in theour online shop.

The main difference between the different fertilizers does not consist so much in their components, but in theirdurationand in theintensityof their action. You will certainly have already had to deal with theslow release fertilizersand with those which, instead, are characterized by aimmediate actiononce scattered on the ground. Choosing the right product depends on the situation, but both can be effective, as we will see in the following paragraphs.

Another way of categorizing fertilizers is the form in which they are sold and packaged. You will be able to find themin powder, stick, or small grains; other times instead in the form of liquidssold in bottles. It is best not to underestimate these characteristics because they influence the absorption and incorporation of the fertilizer at the time of spreading. We are sure that you want to avoid the risk of having to hoe again and throwing all your efforts to the wind!

Is there an absolute best lawn fertilizer?

There is no perfect fertilizerfor each context. However, identifying the product that's right for you is less complicated than you might think: you just need to consider two parameters.

The first aspect to evaluate is thespecificity of the fertilizerthat you are going to buy. It is always better to opt for a specific type of fertilizer for the lawn, as a garden needs different care than, for example, land intended for growing a vegetable garden.

The second tip we give you - and perhaps the most important - concerns thequality of the fertilizer. Always rely on a certified product and well-known brands, because only in this way will you protect the health of the green blanket and also of those who will enjoy it on the sunny days of the summer.

You can sleep soundly with us atBazargiusto, while your lawn grows lush. We have chosen as a partner thebrand nameBottos, specialized in professional seeds and quality fertilizers capable of responding to every need.

Slow release fertilizers

A slow release fertilizer guarantees aconstant release of nutrientsfor about three or four months. Hard to go wrong: you can consider it as the best option in most cases. Also yousaves time, because by using a fertilizer with these properties you will be able to plan lawn fertilization well in advance.

If you want to try this type of fertilizer for turf you can start with the bag25kg of Poly GreenBottos, suitable all year round for any type of terrain.

Fast release fertilizers

Quick-release lawn fertilizers are perfect, especially when you work on bad soil and need to getimmediate results. Many people prefer them as an effective solution to combat the yellowing of the lawn.

If what you are looking for is a quick effect with actiongreening and anti-moss, then consider using a fertilizer with a high iron content such asSuperIronBottosfrom 2kg.An equally valid product is the Biostart P, which we recommend if you are preparing the lawn for a new sowing: its composition helps germinating plants to absorb nutrients from the soil more easily.

Biostimulant lawn fertilizers

In addition to granular or powder fertilizers, you have probably already seen bottles ofbiostimulants, which I amliquid fertilizerswith particular properties. They can be very useful in caring for your lawnenhance the effect of the fertilizeryou have chosen: by combining the two products, you will use less fertilizer and save on turf management costs.

TheAlways bottleBottosfrom 1kgit is considered a real metabolic reactivator, and is particularly suitable for integrating nutritionof natural substances that grass needs.

For seasonal care of your garden, however, we recommend you try thePre Stress, perfect for both summer and winter. Thanks to its stimulating actionon blades of grass, reduces thethermal stressdue to extreme temperatures - whether scorching or freezing - and provides support even when you intend to reinvigorate a lawn that is too shady.

When to fertilize the lawn

Most professionals fertilize a fieldfour times a year, following the cycle of the seasons. With regular lawn fertilization, the turf is guaranteed to remain healthybalanced supply of nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus. In fact, at every period of the year the lawn has certain needs and faces a different growth phase, consequently the type of fertilizer it needs is also different.

Inspringplants need a larger amount ofnitrogen, which largely dispersed during the winter; in this way the turf will be able toregenerate quickly to acquire that bright green color typical of the first warm weather. If you intend to fertilize in March we recommend using itSlow Green, ideal thanks to its programmed release of nitrogen with a duration of up to sixty days.

Then, when the heat arrives, the thermal stress for a lawn increases and it is a good idea to take action and plan in advance. Insummer the article that is most suitable is theSummer K. Thanks to its high potassium content it makes the soil more fertileand at the same time nourishes the vegetables. With the'fallthe cycle starts anew and becomes appropriatereinforce the presence of nitrogenin the soil; a fertilizer with a high value ofpotassium protectsinstead the lawn with the coldest temperatures ofwinter.

There are also neutral products to be used all year round, suitable for most soils. ThePolyGreenBottosis an example of this: an excellent fertilizer that regularly guarantees the right organic supply to your garden, in all seasons.

How to fertilize the lawn

To fertilize soil it is essential to distribute the product evenlyregular and uniform, so as to avoid the formation of less lush and dry clods. And to avoid using excess product and risk burning the lawn, it is equally important to read the instructions carefullydosage indicationsreported on the fertilizer package.

You can decide to spread the fertilizer by hand: it is not complicated, but it can certainly become tiring if thearea is very large. In that case we suggest you make your job easier with aspecial tool: theprofessional fertilizer spreader trolley with pneumatic wheels, which guarantees optimal and homogeneous fertilization.

Another tip foravoid wasteand save almost 20% of the fertilizer, is the technique ofmulching, also called mulching. It is a fine shredding of the cut grass, which you can reuse and spread on the lawn because it is rich inwater and organic substances. To put this technique into practice you need some specific tools, such as special onesuniversal mulching blades for lawnmowers.

How to behave with the first fertilization of the lawn?

Before sowing the lawn on virgin soil, carry out the various soil preparation activities and pay attention to choosing aspecific product to stimulate early growth. A fertilizer for sowing, such as the 25kg bagPro StartBottos, contains within it a complete nutritional supplyideal for stimulating the sprouting of a new turf. With a product like this, with a snap of your green thumb your grass will grow strong in every season.

Would you like to obtain a professional result but don't know which fertilizer is right for you?Ask our team for adviceof experts: we atBazargiustowe will be happy to help you transform your lawn into the greenest garden there is!