It’s a question I get around this time of year every year: what can I do to help my lawn get rid of weeds and look better this year?
Lawn fertilization is key and it is important to know how much and what type is important. Without the help of a soil test, every research-based article I’ve read states that the general recommendation is a 3: 1: 2 ratio of fertilizer.
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Cary Sims is the County Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources for Angelina County. His email address is [email protected].
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