30 - Lawn Fertilizers - The Home Depot

Question 1

When should I use an all-purpose lawn fertilizer versus a fertilizer designed to green my lawn quickly?

Accepted Answer

An all-purpose lawn fertilizer is perfect for general maintenance, giving your lawn a balanced blend of nutrients to support steady growth throughout the season. For a rapid improvement in color, select a quick greening fertilizer specifically formulated to deliver a fast boost of nitrogen. However, expect an all-purpose fertilizer to provide longer-lasting benefits.

Question 2

What do the N-P-K numbers on fertilizer bags mean?

Accepted Answer

The N-P-K numbers represent the percentage of the three essential nutrients in the fertilizer: Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K). The ideal ratio for healthy plant growth depends on your lawn's unique needs and the time of year. Nitrogen promotes leafy green growth and overall plant vigor, phosphorus boosts root development and flower and fruit production, and potassium improves disease resistance and overall plant health. Your local garden and lawn expert is here to help you select the blend with the right ratio for your goals.

Question 3

When would I choose a fertilizer with "post-emergent" weed control instead of a pre-emergent?

Accepted Answer

You would choose a fertilizer with post-emergent weed control when weeds are already visible and actively growing in your lawn, typically in the early spring, summer, and fall. Post-emergent herbicides kill existing weeds after they have emerged from the soil, unlike pre-emergent formulas that prevent weeds before they sprout. We carry neither pre nor post emergent and pre-emergent options to help you create the perfect seasonal schedule for maximum weed control and optimal lawn health.

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ScottsTurf Builder 40.05 lbs. 15,000 sq. ft. Halts Crabgrass Preventer with Lawn Fertilizer

VigoroDry Lawn Fertilizer 30-0-4 12M 33.6 lb.

GreenViewFairway Formula 45 lbs. 15,000 sq. ft. Fall Lawn Fertilizer (30-0-12)

VigoroDry Lawn Fertilizer 30-0-4 4M 11.2 lb.

Spectracide32 oz. 5,000 sq. ft. Ready-to-Spray Liquid Lawn Fertilizer

ScottsTurf Builder 15,000 sq. ft. Halts Crabgrass Preventer with Lawn Fertilizer (2-Pack)

SUNDAYGreen Machine 12lbs. 4,000 sq. ft. Dry Lawn Fertilizer for All Grass Types

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Review Rating

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Brand

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Lawn Fertilizer Use

Season Use

Compatible Grass Type

Delivery Method

Nitrogen (N)

Fertilizer Weed Control

Organic

Emergent Type

Fertilizer Formula

Package Size (lb.)

Safe For

Safe for Edibles

Subscription Eligible

ScottsTurf Builder 40.​05 lbs.​ 15,000 sq.​ ft.​ Halts Crabgrass Preventer with Lawn Fertilizer

VigoroDry Lawn Fertilizer 30-​0-​4 12M 33.​6 lb.​

GreenViewFairway Formula 45 lbs.​ 15,000 sq.​ ft.​ Fall Lawn Fertilizer (30-​0-​12)​

VigoroDry Lawn Fertilizer 30-​0-​4 4M 11.​2 lb.​

Spectracide32 oz.​ 5,000 sq.​ ft.​ Ready-​to-​Spray Liquid Lawn Fertilizer

ScottsTurf Builder 15,000 sq.​ ft.​ Halts Crabgrass Preventer with Lawn Fertilizer (2-​Pack)​

SUNDAYGreen Machine 12lbs.​ 4,000 sq.​ ft.​ Dry Lawn Fertilizer for All Grass Types

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ScottsTurf Builder 40.05 lbs. 15,000 sq. ft. Halts Crabgrass Preventer with Lawn Fertilizer

VigoroDry Lawn Fertilizer 30-0-4 12M 33.6 lb.

GreenViewFairway Formula 45 lbs. 15,000 sq. ft. Fall Lawn Fertilizer (30-0-12)

VigoroDry Lawn Fertilizer 30-0-4 4M 11.2 lb.

Spectracide32 oz. 5,000 sq. ft. Ready-to-Spray Liquid Lawn Fertilizer

ScottsTurf Builder 15,000 sq. ft. Halts Crabgrass Preventer with Lawn Fertilizer (2-Pack)

SUNDAYGreen Machine 12lbs. 4,000 sq. ft. Dry Lawn Fertilizer for All Grass Types