Fertilizer Schedule for Beginners and the DIYers | Sunniland Corporation
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Whether you are a new fertilizer DIYer looking for a place to start, or you just need a simplified fertilizer schedule, we’re here to break down what your lawn needs each season! Check out our recommended applications below, and keep in mind two general rules:

1. Apply fertilizer every 90 days
2. Maintain at least 30-45 days in between back-to-back applications that contain Nitrogen

Spring

February 15 or early spring apply Sunniland Pre Emergent 0-0-7

After March 1 apply Weed & Feed, or a fertilizer (like Sunniland Professional 24-0-11) if your lawn does not need Weed and Feed

Other fertilizers you can apply this time of year:
Sunniland All Natural

Sunniland 10-10-10

Sunniland Nitrogreen 16-0-8

Optional application beginning in April: Chinch Bug Granules monthly or as needed based on bug activity

Summer

*check your area for a fertilizer ban first
Apply Sunniland Professional 15-0-15 Turf Fertilizer with Insect Control

Other fertilizers you can apply this time of year:
Sunniland All Natural
Sunniland 10-10-10
Sunniland Nitrogreen 16-0-8

Optional application: Chinch Bug Granules monthly, or as needed based on bug activity

Fall

September 15 – October 31 apply Weed and Feed, or apply a fertilizer (like Sunniland Professional 24-0-11) if your lawn does not need Weed and Feed

November 15 apply Sunniland Pre Emergent 0-0-7

Other fertilizers you can apply this time of year:
Sunniland All Natural
Sunniland 10-10-10
Sunniland Nitrogreen 16-0-8

Optional application through end of October: Chinch Bug granules, as needed. Do not apply after October.

View our Professional Fertilizer Schedule here.

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