Over-fertilizing your lawn in South Dakota or Iowa can have detrimental effects. It can lead to issues such as fertilizer burn and nutrient pollution while also resulting in wasteful spending on excessive treatments that don't benefit your lawn. To avoid these problems, it is advisable to hire a lawn care professional to fertilize your turf. They will ensure they use the correct type, provide the appropriate amount, and follow the right timing for optimal results during the growing season. By entrusting this task to professionals, you can prevent damage to your lawn and make the most of fertilizer treatments.

You can cause fertilizer burn when you apply too much to your lawn.

Applying an excessive amount of fertilizer to your lawn can result in negative consequences. One of the most immediate and visible effects is fertilizer burn. When you use too much, it adds a high concentration of salt, which can dehydrate and damage your grass. Signs of fertilizer burn include yellowing or browning of the grass, wilting, and even death of the affected areas.

Using too much fertilizer can result in nutrient pollution.

Another consequence of using too much fertilizer is that it can lead to nutrient pollution. After all, the excess fertilizer can be washed off your lawn after raining or watering and into nearby waterways. This runoff carries an abundance of nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, which can lead to the growth of harmful algae blooms and disrupt aquatic ecosystems. Because of this, it is essential to use the right amount of fertilizer for your lawn to minimize the risk of nutrient pollution and protect the environment.

Over-fertilizing your lawn can be a waste of money.

Using too much fertilizer not only has negative impacts on your lawn and the environment, but it can also be a waste of money. Applying more than the recommended amount is unnecessary and inefficient. The excess fertilizer does not provide any additional benefits to your lawn, resulting in a waste of resources and hard-earned money. Moreover, the cost of repairing the damage caused by fertilizer burn can add up, further diminishing the value of excessive fertilizer use.

Hiring a professional is the best way to ensure the right amount of fertilizer is used.

To avoid the pitfalls of over-fertilization and achieve optimal results, hiring a professional lawn care company is highly recommended. Lawn care experts have the knowledge and experience to assess your lawn's condition and determine the precise amount and type of fertilizer needed for optimal growth. Not only that but they are also equipped with the necessary tools and techniques to accurately apply their treatments at the appropriate time. That way, they avoid causing any negative consequences, such as fertilizer burn, nutrient pollution, and unnecessary expenses while maximizing the health and beauty of your lawn.

Some lawn care companies offer different fertilization program options to accommodate your needs and can also include weed control, grub control, and more.

Call us today to schedule our lawn fertilization service!

At Sharp Lawn Care, we're here to eliminate the possibility of using too much fertilizer and causing negative consequences - with our lawn fertilization service! Our team offers three packages to select from to tailor to your individual needs and give you the grass of your dreams. With us, you can trust that fertilizer burn, nutrient pollution, and wasted money won't be a problem when we fertilize your turf, as we'll always apply the right amount at the proper time to ensure optimal results.

Our fertilization service is available to residential and commercial properties and HOAs in Sioux Falls, SD and Sioux City, IA, as well as the surrounding areas in South Dakota, such as Tea and Harrisburg. If your property is located in the Sioux Falls, SD area, call us at (605) 251-6880. If your property is located in Sioux City, IA, call us at (712) 253-8024 to schedule our service today.