Are there specific fertilizers for different grass types?

Different grass types vary in their nutrient needs and growth patterns. The best fertilizer for you is the one specifically formulated for your unique grass type, delivering the optimal balance of nutrients for healthy growth, color, and resilience against stress and diseases. Ready for a more vibrant and long-lasting lawn? Choose from fertilizers made for both cold and warm-season grasses, including specialty formulas designed for new lawns, cold weather tolerance, and weed control.

What type of lawn fertilizers are available?

There are three main types of fertilizers: granular, liquid, and organic. Each one is designed for different needs and conditions. Slow-release <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Granular/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1dax7?emt=plpfaq_2512_lawnfertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">granular fertilizers</a> deliver nutrients to your lawn gradually over time, keeping your grass healthy and vibrant with fewer applications. For fast green-up, select a quick-release blend designed to deliver nutrients immediately, but with more frequent applications. <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Liquid-Fertilizer/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z0zxmy?emt=plpfaq_2512_lawnfertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">Liquid fertilizers</a> absorb quickly for rapid results, while organic formulas improve soil health and microbial activity. We also carry <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Synthetic/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1d6c9?emt=plpfaq_2512_lawnfertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">synthetic fertilizers</a> for fast, predictable results, and specialty formulas for specific lawn conditions, grass types, and seasons.

What's the difference between a "weed and feed" product and a fertilizer designed to strengthen roots?

<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Weed-and-Feed/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1zif8?emt=plpfaq_2512_lawnfertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">Weed and feed</a> combines fertilizer with herbicides to nourish your lawn while controlling existing weeds, saving you time and effort. A fertilizer designed to <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Strengthen-Roots/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1zid1?emt=plpfaq_2512_lawnfertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">strengthen roots</a> features a higher phosphorus and potassium blend, delivering pure nutrition for strong roots and a foundation for healthy growth and resilience without targeting weeds.