Ideally, you'll want to mow and rake before fertilizing, so that excess lawn waste is removed and the fertilizer will have an easier time reaching the soil. Aerating your soil before fertilizing can also help; the best times to aerate are when your grass is actively growing, such as in spring or early fall.
How do I prepare my lawn for fertilizer?
Here's how to do it.
- Water your lawn. A few days before you feed your lawn, give it a good watering. ...
- Pick the best spreader for your lawn. Spreaders fall into two main categories: broadcast and drop. ...
- Apply grass fertilizer around the perimeter. ...
- Fill in the middle. ...
- Properly handle remaining product.
How long should I wait after fertilizing to cut my grass?
How long should I wait to cut my lawn after you have applied fertilizer? After a fertilizing treatment you need to wait only 24 hours to mow the lawn.
