Does it look like your lawn needs some more care with fertilizer in order to keep it healthy and green?  If so, you likely will have some questions about using fertilizer before you get started.

When Is The Best Time To Fertilize?

You will ideally want to start the fertilization process in the spring. This is when your lawn is coming out of the dormant season, and it needs a little kickstart to start growing again naturally.  However, missing out on a spring application does not mean that you cannot use a fertilizer at all. It really depends on the temperature, since you want it to be warm outside with plenty of rain. It's possible to have these conditions in the early summer as well if that works for you.  

Make sure you look at the forecast so that you apply the fertilizer at the best possible time. If the temperatures drop in the middle of July and there is plenty of rain, that may be the right time for you to apply fertilizer

How Do You Apply The Fertilizer?

It's important that you invest in a spreader to apply the fertilizer to your lawn. This works best with a granular application, where you can use the spreader to control how much is applied to your lawn. If you attempt to spread the fertilizer by hand, chances are that it will not be applied evenly to your lawn and you are not going to have even growth with your grass. 

Should You Aerate The Lawn Before Applying Fertilizer?

If you are interested in aerating your lawn, know that it should happen prior to your applying fertilizer to it.  Aeration is going to create holes in the soil that allow oxygen and water to get to the roots of the grass. This would apply to any fertilizer that you apply as well, since it will get into those holes created by the aerator and cause it to go directly into the soil.

How Do You Avoid Burned Grass?

If you've experienced a problem in the past with burned grass when using fertilizer, know that you may be using the wrong type on your lawn. Consider a slow-release fertilizer that will help prevent this from happening. The fertilizer works by releasing the chemicals over time, rather than as soon as they hit the grass.  

Reach out to a lawn treatment specialist if you need assistance with fertilizing your lawn.