Author Question: Discuss some of the main reasons why lawns fail to thrive. What will be an ideal ... (Read 24 times)

neverstopbelieb · **on:** Jul 21, 2018

Discuss some of the main reasons why lawns fail to thrive.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

How do you analyze a turf fertilizer?

What will be an ideal response?

Anna · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Lawns fail to thrive for a variety of reasons, including altered or poor soil conditions,
improper mowing, improper fertilizing, improper watering, heavy traffic, excessive
shade, improperly prepared soil, infestations of weeds, diseases, and insects, and thatch

Answer to Question 2

When choosing a lawn fertilizer, remember that lawns require a fertilizer high in
nitrogen. The nitrogen content is indicated by the first number on the fertilizer label. Of
the three analysis numbers on fertilizer labels, the first number is always highest on
high- quality maintenance turf fertilizers and appropriate for lawns.