Spring to Life
As the snow slowly melts away, the birds begin to sing and fresh life bursts from the soil
heralding the approach of Spring and the lawn maintenance season.
For the 1 million-plus acres of home lawns in Pennsylvania, selecting and implementing an
appropriate lawncare management program to promote healthy and aesthetically pleasing lawns is not
only important to homeowners, but is also essential to protecting our waterways.
Know What’s Best. Soil Test!
The first step to understanding what your lawn really needs to be lush, healthy, and green is to
know what your soil needs. It is important to conduct regular soil tests to determine nutrient
deficiencies that should guide fertilizer selection and application. Soil test kits can be
purchased for a nominal fee from your local Penn State Extension office.
Following soil test recommendations, reading fertilizer label instructions, and using a properly
calibrated spreader will ensure the right amount of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are
applied, while reducing nutrient loss and fertilizer cost. Continue reading with the link below:
Be Wise When You Fertilize