How Much Fertilizer Should I Apply to My Lawn?

To get the best results from your fertilizer, it’s important to apply the right amount based on your lawn size—not your total lot size.

✅ Best Practice: Apply 4–5 lbs of Fertilizer per 1,000 sq ft

We recommend applying most of our fertilizers at 5 lbs per 1,000 square feet. This ensures the fertilizer pearls are spread evenly, providing consistent nutrition across your lawn.

  • 4–5 lbs per 1,000 sq ft = optimal application
  • 3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft or less = lighter coverage with limited results

💡 Examples of Nutrient Delivery at 5 lbs per 1,000 sq ft:

Fertilizer Nitrogen (N) Phosphorus (P) Potassium (K)
10-0-20 0.5 lb 0 lb 1.0 lb
20-0-10 1.0 lb 0 lb 0.5 lb
15-20-10 0.75 lb 1.0 lb 0.5 lb

📏 How Much Do You Need?

Always measure the size of your lawn, not your entire property. You can use a lawn measuring tool or satellite tool HERE.

Sample Lawn Sizes and Fertilizer Needed:

  • 10,000 sq ft lawn → apply 50 lbs of fertilizer
  • 5,000 sq ft lawn → apply 25 lbs of fertilizer

If you apply too little, the product may not deliver the full nutrient benefits. If you apply too much, you risk over-fertilizing and wasting product.

May 7, 2025

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