Fertilization is essential for lawn and tree health and can help your plant life thrive. However, it’s important to understand when and how often to apply treatments to your lawn to achieve the desired outcomes. Here, we’ll cover types of fertilizers, application techniques, and common mistakes to avoid to allow your lawn and trees to thrive.

What Does Fertilization Do?

Lawn and tree fertilization is a method of providing your plant life with essential nutrients that will help them grow and thrive. While plants naturally absorb nutrients from the soil, the soil may become depleted of essential nutrients. Fertilization helps provide the additional nutrients needed for your lawn and trees to be healthy and resilient.

Types of Fertilizers

There are many different types of fertilizers available to support tree and lawn health. Different types of fertilizers may be used based on the types of plants you’re fertilizing and any nutrient deficiencies in the soil. The various types of fertilizers include:

• Synthetic vs. organic materials – Synthetic fertilizers will be made up of a combination of nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium, with options for different proportions of these nutrients available. Meanwhile organic fertilizers use manure, compost, egg shells, and other organic materials to create a nutrient-rich fertilizer that’s environmentally friendly as well.
• Liquid vs. granular applications – Lawn and tree fertilizers come in various forms as well. Liquid fertilizers can be sprayed on your lawn and are typically fast acting. Meanwhile, granular fertilizers can be spread onto lawns and provide a slower, more consistent release of nutrients over a longer period of time.

Seasonal Fertilizer Options

Fertilizers can also be designed for ideal times of the year. For instance, here in the northeast, spring fertilizers may focus on promoting new growth while fall fertilizers may have plant life fortify their roots for the coming winter. The right type, material, and application method of fertilization for your lawn and trees will depend on the specific climate you live in.

Common Mistakes to Avoid With Fertilizer

In order to make the most of your lawn and tree fertilization, it’s important to avoid common mistakes with fertilizing your lawn. Many homeowners aren’t sure which type of fertilizer to use or fail to test their soil and end up using the wrong kind of fertilizer as a result. Overapplying fertilizer is another common issue that can end up being more detrimental than helpful to your lawn health.

Comprehensive Fertilizer Solutions from North Eastern Tree, Shrub & Lawn Care

At North Eastern Tree, Shrub & Lawn Care, we proudly offer comprehensive lawn and tree fertilization services for residents across the Northeast. We have the expertise to provide you with the type of lawn fertilizer, application method, and timing that will best promote the health and vitality of your lawn and trees. With our custom approach to lawn care and tree fertilization, you can expect the best results for your property.

To learn more about our lawn and tree fertilization services as well as related lawn care solutions, contact North Eastern Tree, Shrub & Lawn Care today.