The right fertilizers can make a big difference for the growth of your lawn and crops—and few fertilizers can have a greater impact than lime. When used in addition to other fertilizers, this soil amendment will significantly improve your grass’s health and appearance. Here is what you should know about using this product.

What Does Lime Do?

Lime fertilizer is made using ground limestone. This stone contains magnesium carbonate and calcium carbonate, which help to increase the soil’s alkalinity.

Rather than being absorbed by plants like standard fertilizer, it instead makes it easier for plants to absorb needed nutrients by reducing the acidity of the surrounding soil. This pH balancing should be done for any yard that is too acidic for healthy grass and crop growth.

How to Apply Lime Fertilizer

Lime fertilizer should only be used if the lawn’s pH balance needs to be adjusted. If planting a new yard, lime should be applied before the topsoil and grass are laid. This will allow it to be absorbed by the subsoil. For lawns that are already established, spring and fall are generally the best times to apply lime. A fertilizer spreader will help you achieve even distribution.

Soil testing is essential to determine how much lime you should use. While acidic soil can increase the risk for lawn disease and weed growth, too much lime could cause the grass to turn yellow and die. Send in a soil test to receive specific recommendations. 

Whether you need fertilizers, animal feed, or other agricultural products, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Farmers Cooperative in Live Oak, FL. Serving gardeners and farmers in Suwanee and Madison counties since 1946, their knowledgable staff offer a wide range of quality products that will help you get the results you want To learn more about their available products, visit them online or call (386) 362-1459.