THE GREEN SECRET

Timing and Dosage for a Lush Lawn with Fertilizer

  

This is the Actual Photo, let say 99% free from weeds and lush is good.

Do you dream of having the greenest, envy-inducing lawn in the neighborhood? Well, the secret isn't just in watering and mowing – it's also about giving your grass the right kind of NPK and other nutrients. One crucial element in this equation is fertilizer. When and how you apply it can make all the difference between a lackluster lawn and one that's the talk of the town.

Timing is everything, and that holds true for your lawn as well. The ideal time to apply fertilizer depends on the type of grass you have and your local climate. Generally, early spring and late fall are excellent seasons for a fertilizer boost. In spring, it jump-starts the growing season, while in the fall, it helps your grass store up nutrients for the winter ahead. It's like giving your lawn a nutritious meal before a long hibernation. Just remember, patience is key – don't rush the process. Wait until the soil has thawed and dried a bit in the spring, and aim for a month before the first frost in the fall. If your going to take care your garden you have to remember  and considered the consideration, effort and passion its like you add up another member of the family, includes the budget and the likes.

The kind/type of food that we consume , as well as the quantity and frequency of eating largely depends on our need (factoring in our body type, lifestyle, etc) Babies generally feed on demand, and only on milk. As the baby grows bigger, he/she may be able to eat solid foods and eat bigger quantities of it to have enough energy as it becomes more active. The older the person gets, the more complex his/her nutrient requirements in terms of kind, quantity, and frequency of intake becomes. Regardless, to stay healthy, a person should regularly consume the right kind and amount of food. The same is true with all plants specially your lawn grass--to grow healthy and be productive, it should be provided with the right nutrients, how much, and the timing of application varies.

Now, let's talk about the dosage. Too little fertilizer, and your grass won't get the nutrients it needs. Too much, and you risk burning your lawn – a brown, patchy nightmare. The golden rule here is to follow the instructions on the fertilizer bag. These guidelines are there for a reason. Consider using a spreader to ensure an even application. It's like seasoning your lawn with just the right amount of plant food. And don't forget to water afterward; this helps the fertilizer settle into the soil and prevents any potential burns.

My Own formula of Fertilizer Application

Lawn Grass is approximately from 1 to 130 days from germination to its flowering stage and always depends of types of greens you want to start with and others factor that I mentioned.

I simply give you the exact time how to put your fertilizer based on experienced. I'm not saying that this is precise but it works a lot of time. I used an interval of 14 days, however you can make an interval of 7 to 20 days depend on your soil readings and assessment, location, weather and irrigation system. (It might work or not it depends)

DAYS	Stages	FERTILIZER AMOUNT	FERTILIZER NAME
after 130	over dressing and over seeding must be start again the cycle.
130	Flowering period	optional
116	Booting period	3 kilograms per 1000 square meter	Ammonium phosphate
102	reGrowing phase	3 kilograms per 1000 square meter	Ammonium phosphate
88	Stem initiation	5 kilograms per 1000 square meter	potash
74	Bud growing	10 kilograms per 1000 square meter	complete
60	Bud/panicle Initiation	5 kilograms per 1000 square meter	urea or Complete with lesser PK
46	Tillering	10 kilograms per 1000 square meter	complete
32	Nodding	5 kilograms per 1000 square meter	urea or Complete with lesser PK
18	vegetative	5 kilograms per 1000 square meter	urea  or Complete with lesser PK
4	seedling	25 kilograms per 1000 square meter	Complete fertilizer either organic or synthetic
1 Seeding	Germination
From 10 to 15 Days (Organic) you can make a basal system, means fertilizer first before the seeding.
From 2 to 5 Days (synthetic) you can make a basal system, means fertilizer first before the seeding.

REMEMBER:

FALL and SPRING - Above dosage must be cut or reduce to 50%.
Summer - Full Dosage listed above.
Winter - 25 to 30 percent of dosage only.

=** its always depend also on your actual observation of your plants and grass as well as your soil probe reading.

Types of fertilizer

• Nitrogen fertilizers. Nitrate-based fertilizers are the most commonly used straight fertilizers in Europe.
• Nitrogen fertilizers with inhibitors.
• Phosphorus fertilizers.
• Potassium fertilizers.
• Calcium, magnesium and Sulphur Fertilizers.
• Micronutrient fertilizers.
• Inhibitors.

Legends:

COMPLETE FERTILIZER: The Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium elements are present, means it’s a complete NPK. Sample of Bag Numbering:14-14-14, 18-18-18, 24-24-24 

COMPLETE FERTILIZER with micro nutrients: The Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium elements are present plus Sulfur, Magnesium, Calcium, Iron,  means it’s a complete NPK plus other elements. Sample of Bag Numbering: 14-14-14-S, 18-18-18-Mg, 24-24-24-Fe

UREA FERTILIZER: Nitrogen Content Only: 46-0-0

AMONIUM PHOSPAHTE: Nitrogen and Potassium Only:16-20-0

DIAMMONIUM PHOSPHATE:
Double size of Nitrogen and Phosphorus: 18-46-0

MURIATE OF POTASH FERTILIZER: High Percentage of Potassium: 0-0-64

Solo Phosphate/POTASH: High Percentage of Potassium: 0-0-60

AMMONIUM SULFATE: Lesser concentration of Nitrogen:  21-0-0

**Fertilizer mentioned might be available or not be available in your area.

FACTS

1. In fertilizer understanding, we must understand the Numbers in the bags represent the percentage of its nutrients per bags of your fertilizers. 

2. Make an ample amount of watering before applying the fertilizer, for easy absorption and avoid the precipitation of your nutrients.

3. Applying fertilizer must done at cool temperature like around late afternoon, but not in the morning.

4. Always observed, provide a leaf index chart for fertilizer efficiency and a soil probe.

5. Always think ahead about your schedule, Budget, and procedure your making.

6. Expect the weeds, and other pest every after application of fertilizer.

  At the end of the day, fertilizing your lawn is like giving it a nutritious snack to keep it healthy and vibrant. Timing matters – think early spring and late fall – and dosage is crucial, so follow those instructions on the fertilizer bag. Treat your lawn right, and soon you'll have a lush, green carpet under your feet that's the envy of the entire neighborhood. Happy fertilizing!

REMINDER: Crucial Preparation:

1. Aerofy the soil us much as 3 to 7 cm depth-(plug of spike).

2. You can make a Vasal or follow our program on fertilizer.

3. Seeding (Select which method you like to do)

4. Soil Dressing

5. Soil Compaction

6. Irrigation (preferred manually for 5 to 9 days)

7. Read the Part Series in my blog. PART 7,8, this part and 10.

Acknowledgement: To Edgar Anyayahan, Department of Agriculture-Philippines, Agricultural Training Institute fertilizer experts.