Fertilize when the lawn needs it. A lush, healthy green lawn in rich soil may not need any fertilizer at all. Sometimes, a lawn needs to be treated aggressively for a year, then gently for another year or two. It is best to have professional advice before you begin fertilizing the lawn on your own.

Fertilizer should be specific to your lawn and soil. Have you ever seen how many shampoos and conditioners there are at the grocery store? Or how many different kinds of cough suppressant? Fertilizers are just as varied and complex. Their labels are sometimes hard to understand, and often make bold claims. You should find out from a professional what kind of lawn and soil you have, and then choose fertilizer accordingly.

Fertilization should be scheduled. Lime, for example, should be applied in spring or fall--never in mid-summer. Other fertilizers are labeled as specific to certain soils, grass mixtures, or times of year. Make a plan which covers the entire season before you begin to do anything.

Fertilization should be evenly applied. Have you ever smiled at the sight of a striped lawn? Nature never grows a striped lawn. If you fertilize your own lawn, you need to purchase and maintain a good spreader of a type you are comfortable using.

Better yet, leave the whole analysis and fertilization process to the Lucas Lawn Care professionals. This is the hardest part of lawn care for the homeowner to accomplish alone. Follow the links to detailed descriptions of professional services available to you.