LAWN FERTILIZER

 

SOIL TEST

First, test your soil to determine its acidity or alkalinity. This important measure is represented by a scale of numbers from 1 to 14 called pH. A pH of 7 indicates neutral or balanced soil. Each higher whole number means 10 times more alkaline. Each lower whole number means ten times more acidic.

You may need to adjust your soil pH depending on what you wish to grow.

Farmers & Planters Co. will check your ph for Free, but have a full analysis done for a small fee and get a full recommendation.
 
 

Red  Letter Brand (Custom Mix available in 500 lbs or more)

Nitrogen (N) encourages plant growth and dark green foliage. Phosphorus (P) stimulates the roots and helps plants produce blooms.

Potassium (K) ensures plant strength, increases disease resistance and promotes root growth. We offer organic and synthetic fertilizers to meet your needs.

CUSTOM BLENDED FERTILIZER
When managing your turf, vegetable garden and crops, you may need to be able to buy the specific analysis of fertilizer required by the
nutrient needs of your soil. That is why Farmers & Planters Co. has been custom blending fertilizer for
more than 115 years.  We have been supplying our customers with just the right nutrient blends to satisfy
their needs. Check with STEVE (410) 749-7151to see how we can fulfill your fertilizer needs.
 

Standard fertilizers typically kept in stock
12-4-8 Slow Release
10-10-10
05-10-10
10-10-20 Seed Starter
46-0-0 Urea
10-5-10 Vegetable Booster (Minor Elements)

Sulfur Coated Urea 42-0-0

METH-EX 40(R)  40-0-0 Controlled Release-Fertilizer

4-20-20 Wildlife Fertilizer

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Ironite is a fertilizer and soil supplement is nourishment for lawns, gardens, shrubs, citrus trees, and potted plants. Ironite usage results in vivid color and maximum root depth. Rich in iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, manganese, cobalt and molybdenum 10204274

Espoma Brand Products

Characteristics of Nitrogen Fertilizers for Home Lawns

Nitrogen Type
Advantages
Disadvantages
Fast-Release
(i.e. urea, ammonium nitrate, ammonium sulfate)		 1. Quick response (greening)

2. Provide nitrogen when soils are cold

3. Relatively inexpensive

1. May cause undesirable large flush of growth

2. Likely to burn grass

3. Losses through soil or air more likely

 
Controlled-Release
(slow-release)
(i.e. urea form, sulfur-coated urea, activated sewage sludge, IBDU, water-insoluble nitrogen or WIN)		 1. More uniform grass growth

2. Not likely to burn grass

3. Losses through soil or air less likely

Choosing Fertilizers for Home Lawns


Burned grass is a drawback of fast release nitrogen fertilizers.

Fertilizing is an important lawn care practice, as it influences grass color, ability to recover from stress, and helps prevent weed invasions and disease. There are important features to consider when choosing lawn fertilizers at the local garden center.

Nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) are the three major nutrients needed by lawns. Nitrogen is the nutrient required most, although too much nitrogen can cause excessive top growth, leading to assorted problems. Percent nitrogen (by weight) is always the first of three numbers on the fertilizer bag, followed by phosphorus and potassium. For example, a 18-6-12 fertilizer contains 18 percent nitrogen. This number is important because it determines how much fertilizer is needed. In most cases, a rate of 1 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet is suggested for each fertilizer application to the lawn. If high percentage nitrogen fertilizers are used, then less actual fertilizer product is needed to supply that one pound compared to fertilizers with low percent nitrogen. Recommended ratios of N-P-K for lawn fertilizers include 3:1:2 or 4:1:2.

Another important factor in choosing nitrogen fertilizers is what kind of nitrogen is actually in the product. Nitrogen fertilizer may consist of fast-release or controlled-release nitrogen. Advantages and disadvantages are outlined in the table below. For lawns, fertilizers containing controlled-release nitrogen sources are suggested for most applications. Check the guaranteed analysis information on the fertilizer label for information on what forms of nitrogen are in the product. Water insoluble nitrogen in slow-release.

 

12-4-8 Slow Release fertilizer is always best

 

ORGANIC: 

Milorganite Lawn Fertilizer


An excellent lawn fertilizer, Milorganite (6-2-0) contains 4% iron. Grass leaves take up this iron, giving them a deep green color. However, unlike high nitrogen fertilizers, iron does not make plants grow fast. The result is a lawn with the color you desire without excessive growth (and mowing!).

For the best part, this deep green color stays with the lawn through hot, dry summer months. Plus, because this iron is organically complexed, it does not stain concrete, like your drives, patios, sidewalks or other areas. Ideal for trees, shrubs and ornamentals, too! Pelleted for easy application. Will not burn and safe for the environment. 50 lb. bag covers 3,100 sq. ft.

Ingredients: Biosolids (activated sewage sludge).

Greensand (0-0-7)


Used as a soil amendment and fertilizer, Greensand (Fertrell Company) is mined from deposits of minerals that were originally part of the ocean floor. Contains about 7% total potash, along with iron, magnesium, silica and as many as 30 other trace minerals. May also be used to loosen heavy, clay soils. Improves plant health. Broadcast 50-100 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. OMRI Listed for use in organic production.
 

 

 

Blood Meal (13-1-0)
A very strong source of organic nitrogen. Kiln dried Blood Meal has been used for years by organic gardeners...

Epsom Salt (Magnesium Sulfate)


Stimulates rose bloom and cane growth! Epsom Salt is a source of magnesium that is essential to plant development. It is required by plants to produce chlorophyll. Leaf yellowing is the deficiency symptom. OMRI Listed for use in organic production.

Unique Features:
• Helps plants absorb phosphorous
• Increases a plant's natural resistance to disease
• Absorbed by both the leaves and the roots

Directions for Use:

Foliar - Apply 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) per 1-2 gallons of water. This will cover 500-1000 sq. ft. Apply 2-4 applications throughout the growing season.

Soil (Roses & Shrubs) - Apply 1/4 cup to the base of the plant early in the spring when new growth begins. A follow up summer application may also be made.

Alfalfa Pellets (5-1-2)


Primarily a source of nitrogen, Alfalfa Pellets also contains trace minerals and triacontanol, a plant growth promoter. Broadcast 25-50 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. before planting, or apply as a side dressing later in the season for plants requiring additional nitrogen.
 

 

 

 

Organic Soil Products

We are constantly making additional products available to the consumer and organic farmers.  Please let us know if you are looking for something in particular. 

ORGANIC OMRI

ORGANIC GUIDE....click here
 

We offer Cock-A-Doodle Doo Chicken Manure (web site address below),  (ESPOMA) Blood Meal (N), Bone Meal, Cottonseed Meal (N-P-K), Diatomaceous Earth, Dolomite Limestone (minerals),  Corn Gluten Meal, Greensand (K), Gypsum (loosens heavy soil), Liquid Seaweed (K and micronutrients), Peat Moss, Perlite, Potting Soil,  Sulfur, Vermiculite and more.

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