One of the most common lawn care mistakes that property owners in Michigan make is overfertilizing their lawns. When you use too much fertilizer, you can cause a lot of damage to your grass and waste money in the process! Overfertilization occurs when you apply too much fertilizer at once or give your lawn multiple applications throughout the year that contain too much nitrogen. This excess product causes fertilizer burn on your grass and leads to fertilizer runoff, which pollutes waterways. Hiring professionals is recommended for this reason, as they have the training and experience to do the job right.

Overfertilizing your lawn can cause fertilizer burn.

Fertilizer burn is just what it sounds like - too much fertilizer applied to your lawn, resulting in turf turning brown and crispy due to the excess concentration of salts and other chemicals, particularly nitrogen, found in fertilizers. The result is brown patches across your turf that resemble drought damage. It also makes your grass more vulnerable to disease and insect infestations since its weakened root system won't be able to fight them off as well as healthy turf.

Pairing fertilization with weed control is an effective way to keep your lawn healthy and weed-free.

Applying too much fertilizer can lead to nutrient pollution.

Nutrient pollution in Macomb, MI.

Applying too much fertilizer to your lawn can be harmful to both your grass and the surrounding ecosystem. This is called nutrient pollution, and it's when you use an excessive amount of fertilizer. When this happens, the excess nutrients may run off into nearby waterways or become trapped in groundwater. This can leach out, polluting local ecosystems. When these nutrients find their way into bodies of water, they can create what is known as algal blooms. Algal blooms occur when large amounts of algae grow rapidly due to excessive nutrient runoff. These blooms can negatively affect aquatic life by depleting oxygen levels and harming plants and animals.

You waste time and money when you overfertilize your lawn.

Although it might seem like a good idea to give your lawn some extra love by applying more than the recommended amount of fertilizer, this actually isn't beneficial at all. Not only do you run the risk of damaging your lawn with too much fertilizer, but you'll also be wasting both your time and money! That's because it won't be able to absorb all the excess, resulting in wasted product. Plus, you may need to invest in additional lawn care services to help nurse your lawn back to health.

Hire professionals to fertilize your lawn for the best results.

Large, green lawn in Macomb, MI, with mulch beds.

If you want to ensure that your lawn receives just the right amount of fertilizer, then hiring professionals is the way to go. Lawn care experts have experience determining what type of fertilizer your lawn needs and how much should be used. They also know the best times of the year to apply treatments and can customize their service based on the specific requirements of your grass type. By entrusting your lawn care needs to professionals, you can rest assured that it's receiving the proper amount of nourishment without any risks of overfertilization.

Call us today to sign up for our lawn fertilization service!

Maintaining a beautiful lawn can be a daunting task, especially for those without experience. Common mistakes such as overfertilization can lead to damage to your yard. However, you can avoid all the hassle and enjoy a vibrant and healthy lawn when you hire us at Big Lakes Lawncare. Our team comprises certified professionals with extensive knowledge and experience to provide an efficient fertilization service. Our fertilization program also includes weed control in order to make your lawn as strong as possible.

We proudly serve residential and commercial properties, along with HOAs, in Macomb, MI, and surrounding communities like Shelby and Chesterfield. Call us today at (586) 200-0855 to sign up for our lawn fertilization service!