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Fertilizers are used to supply nutrients to

plants and spur the fertility in soil. The

nutrients in fertilizers are able to increase

crop production on farms, prevent diseases

and improve the quality of food. Different

types of fertilizers are available for various

plants, grasses and foods, and it's important

to use the proper fertilizer in a lawn, garden

or farm.

Nitrogen fertilizer is commonly used on grass

and is important for overall plant growth. The

amount of nitrogen fertilizer used is going to

depend on the species of grass, and

overapplying may be harmful in some

circumstances and seep into groundwater.

This can have a negative effect on sea

plants and animal life. Once the nitrogen

fertilizer is applied to grass, the plants

immediately begin feeding on it and growing.

Applying nitrogen fertilizer when the grass is

wet prevents the fertilizer from burning the

grass or causing it to change colors.

Limestone fertilizer is used to restore infertile

soil and balance out acidic soil that has

been ruined by other types of fertilizers. This

type of fertilizer is a powder and stimulates

the bacterial activity in soil that has been

dormant by raising the levels of pH.

Limestone fertilizers also add calcium to the

soil and should be applied in the fall. It's

important to wear the proper face and hand

protection, because the fertilizer is dusty and

may get into a person's lungs.

Names of Fertilizers

Nitrogen Fertilizer

Limestone Fertilizer

Ammonium Sulfate Fertilizer

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Ammonium sulfate fertilizer is a common soil

fertilizer that reduces the rate of pH in

alkaline soils. The fertilizer is a spray and

may be used to fight off lawn diseases by

increasing the acidity in the soil. This

fertilizer may be on lawns where the grass is

often bent, such as golf courses and parks.

Those living in the Kentucky area also use

ammonium sulfate fertilizer to prevent

diseases from ruining the bluegrass in the

state. The bluegrass is affected by the

different climates and needs to have a

steady pH.

References

Lawn Care: Nitrogen Fertilizer

Lawn Care Weed Effectively: Limestone Fertilizer

Types of Fertilizers: Ammonium Sulfate Fertilizer

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