How do I use Lime on my lawn?
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John Kay
What is the best time of the year to apply Lime on your lawn and how much should you put down ? are there any setting if you use a spreader
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Hi John, here is a link to a good article that will help you figure out how much to use and when to use it.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/adding-lime-to-soil.htm
Hi John, you can apply lime anytime between fall and early spring. Just make sure you don't put the lime on a dry, wilted lawn or a soggy, wet lawn. This video will show you how to apply it - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwnTCqqKg3w
Here's a link for you, John:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/tips-to-lime-your-lawn.htm
Here is some information for you John! I have used lime on my lawn. It takes a bit of time for it to work so you won't see results right away.
https://www.nixa-lawn-service.com/when-to-use-lime-on-your-lawn/
https://www.pennington.com/all-products/fertilizer/resources/does-your-lawn-need-lime
First you need to test your soil. Kits are inexpensive at any nursery or home improvement center.
https://www.thespruce.com/lime-the-lawn-2152980
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/tips-to-lime-your-lawn.htm
https://youtu.be/dwnTCqqKg3w
Lime can be applied Spring or Fall. There are directions on the bag, for the typeand brand of spreader you have. It's best to apply at half the recommended amount, and apply in a cross hatch pattern (East to West, then North to South).
Do not fertilize your grass after applying lime, to prevent burning your lawn.
Lime is available as pelletized or in fine (dust) form. It's best to wear a mask and protective clothing, eye protection when using lime.
If your lawn is full of weeds, you probably need lime to raise the soil pH to about 6.6 to 6.8 (weeds thrive in acidic and compacted soils).
A soil test will tell you what your needs are, specific to your lawn.