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Do I really need to fertilize?Like vegetable gardens, trees, bushes, and flowers, grasses are plants that need nutrients. Plants need a variety of nutrients and elements in order to grow and develop. These elements are provided by fertilizer and organic matter as it decomposes in the soil. Among these elements, nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) are considered the most important. Fertilizer also contains secondary elements like calcium and trace elements like iron. A balanced fertilizer will provide a dense, vibrant, and healthy lawn that can resist disease, insects, and weeds. Why should I use Nutri-Plus calcium?To ensure a bright and healthy lawn, it is recommended to use a fertilization program that includes essential secondary elements in addition to basic nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Calcium is a secondary element that has proven benefits for lawn development and health.
Nutri-Plus calcium comes in granular form. This type of calcium can easily be added to basic fertilizer and applied 4 times per year. The plant assimilates and very quickly benefits from the calcium. What is aeration?It is an important practice in lawn management. The method consists of piercing the top level of soil. It is used to reduce soil compaction as well as the buildup of thatch, the layer of organic mater between the lawn and the soil. If this layer is too thick (over 15 mm), it becomes a fertile breeding ground for insects, disease, and weeds. Even if the soil is not compact, aerating it once a year can improve root growth, water infiltration, and the absorption of nutrients. Soil can be aerated more than once per year, but the ideal time is during the spring or late summer when roots are growing and the soil isn’t too dry. Should I aerate my lawn every year?If the soil is clayey or compacted, it must be aerated annually. What is meant by injecting fertilizer into trees and shrubs?Trees also require nutrients in order to grow properly. Sometimes, the soil alone is unable to meet the tree’s needs for nutrients. It’s also important to consider that trees are always competing with other nearby plants for available elements. That’s why it is recommended that fertilizer be injected directly into the roots at least once a year, in the spring or fall. The fertilizer is in liquid form and is specially formulated to promote optimum growth. Should I remove the thatch from my lawn in the spring?Yes, dethatching removes dead grass and helps prevent thatch buildup. Thatch can prevent fertilizer from being absorbed, reduce the efficiency of certain treatments, and encourage the presence of certain harmful organisms. Should I leave grass clippings on the lawn or remove them?Leave them on the lawn. As they decompose, grass clippings provide natural fertilizer for your lawn and add organic matter. It’s simple and environmentally friendly! How long do I have to wait after laying sod grass before I can have my lawn fertilized?The first fertilization should be carried out after the lawn has been mowed three times, or roughly one month after the sod was laid. When is the best time for seeding?The best time to seed a lawn is in the spring and fall. In the spring, the best time is from mid-May (or once the threat of frost has past) to mid-June. In the fall, the best time is from mid-August to mid-September. Why does my lawn grow poorly in the shade?There are many varieties of lawn adapted to different conditions. Your lawn is most likely made of grass that requires at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day in order to grow properly. Some species of grass, like fine fescue, can handle prolonged periods of shade. Bags of seed for shaded areas contain these shade-tolerant species. How much water does my lawn need?Lawns require about 2.5 cm (1 inch) of water per week including rainfall. It usually takes two hours of watering with a hose to provide that amount over one area of your lawn. Abundant watering allows roots to grow deeper, making then more resistance to drought and winter frost. It is better to water longer and less often! What is the ideal height for a lawn?The ideal height varies with the season. In the spring, lawns should be cut at about 2 1/2 inches (6 cm) high. During the hotter summer months, a height of 3 inches (8 cm) is preferable. During heatwaves and longer dry spells, it is better not to mow your lawn, since it is already under stress and its growth has temporarily slowed. In the fall, cut your lawn down to 5 cm and for the last cut of the season, go to 4 cm. It is important not to cut your lawn any lower than that, because that would make it vulnerable to insects, weeds, and certain diseases, as well as dryness and frost. Cutting higher promotes deeper roots. Should I fertilize my lawn every year?Like all plants, grass needs nutrients, which it either draws from the soil or from fertilizer. An unfertilized lawn will be less vigorous and more vulnerable to insects, disease, and weeds. Fertilizers are applied in small doses several times throughout the season in keeping with a lawn’s natural growth cycle. This is called seasonal fertilization. It ensures that your lawn receives the nutrients it needs at the right time and in the right quantity, without harming the environment. |
