{"id":140122,"date":"2025-09-08T17:35:21","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T20:35:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=140122"},"modified":"2025-09-08T17:35:23","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T20:35:23","slug":"how-to-choose-best-fall-lawn-fertilizer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-choose-best-fall-lawn-fertilizer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Best Fall Lawn Fertilizer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Fall lawn fertilization shouldn\u2019t be just another chore; it\u2019s vital to helping your grass survive the winter and get a head start on growth in the spring. But here\u2019s the thing: Not all grasses play by the same rules.<\/p>    <p>Cool-season grasses crave nitrogen-rich meals before the cold hits, while warm-season grasses prefer potassium-packed nutrition with zero nitrogen. Get this wrong, and your lawn will pay the price next spring. We\u2019ll walk you through how to choose the best fall lawn fertilizer, from decoding NPK ratios to helping you decide if organic or synthetic is your best bet.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-b859b166-74b2-4467-b159-7019833725aa\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">In this article, we cover:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-choose-best-fall-lawn-fertilizer\/#0-why-fall-lawn-fertilization-matters\" style=\"\">Why Fall Lawn Fertilization Matters<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-choose-best-fall-lawn-fertilizer\/#1-understanding-npk-ratios-for-fall\" style=\"\">Understanding NPK Ratios For Fall<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-choose-best-fall-lawn-fertilizer\/#2-best-fertilizers-for-cool-season-grass-types\" style=\"\">Best Fertilizers For Cool-Season Grass Types<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-choose-best-fall-lawn-fertilizer\/#3-best-fertilizers-for-warm-season-grass-types\" style=\"\">Best Fertilizers For Warm-Season Grass Types<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-choose-best-fall-lawn-fertilizer\/#4-faq\" style=\"\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-why-fall-lawn-fertilization-matters\">Why Fall Lawn Fertilization Matters<\/h2>    <p>Think of fall lawn fertilization as helping your grass pack winter survival gear. It helps your turf recover from summer damage, strengthen its roots and defenses, and build energy reserves for the cold season.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Unlike spring fertilizers, which focus on immediate visual impact, pushing stems and leaves to grow quickly, fall fertilizers invest in long-term health. What sets them apart is a more balanced nutrient mix, with higher amounts of phosphorus and potassium.<\/p>    <p>The benefits of a well-chosen fall lawn fertilizer extend from fall until the following spring:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Prolonged fall and winter color<\/li>    <li>Improved winter hardiness<\/li>    <li>Better root growth in fall and spring&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>Earlier spring greenup<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Bonus benefit:<\/strong> Get the fall fertilization right on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/cool-season-grass-growing-guide\/\">cool-season grasses<\/a>, and you can skip the early spring application and dodge the spring growth spurt that has you mowing twice a week.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnstarter.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=treatment\">Hire a LawnStarter pro<\/a> to spread the right fall fertilizer on your lawn. Our pros charge an average of <strong>$103 per lawn treatment<\/strong> with a <strong>4.4-star rating<\/strong> from 39,500+ jobs performed last year.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/signs-to-fertilize-lawn\/\">5 Tell-Tale Signs Your Lawn Needs Fertilizer<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/common-fertilizer-mistakes-to-avoid\/\">7 Common Fertilizer Mistakes to Avoid<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-understanding-npk-ratios-for-fall\">Understanding NPK Ratios For Fall<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/spraying-fertilizer-1.jpg\" alt=\"man using hose connected to a bottle of liquid fertilizer to spray on a lawn\" class=\"wp-image-131138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/spraying-fertilizer-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/spraying-fertilizer-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/spraying-fertilizer-1-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/spraying-fertilizer-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/spraying-fertilizer-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Liquid fertilizer. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/man-fertilizing-residential-backyard-lawn-liquid-1716677731\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scott Habermann<\/a> \/  Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>All those fertilizer bags lined up in garden stores have one thing in common: 3 digits separated by hyphens on their labels. Known as the NPK ratio, these digits tell the percentage (by weight) of the 3 primary grass nutrients: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K).<\/p>    <p>Each nutrient plays a distinct role in maintaining a healthy, lush turfgrass. Here\u2019s what that role looks like in a fall fertilizer for lawns.<\/p>    <p><strong>Nitrogen is the main growth nutrient. When used in a fall fertilizer, its benefits come with risks, <\/strong>so pay close attention to it.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Used correctly, a nitrogen fall fertilizer promotes stronger roots, keeps the lawn green longer in the fall, and accelerates spring greenup.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>Apply <em>too much<\/em> or <em>too late<\/em> in the season, and your lawn will rush into growing leaves instead of slowing down and preparing for dormancy, which can expose it to winterkill.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Some states and counties have restrictions on nitrogen. Check the local rules before buying a fall fertilizer with nitrogen.<\/p>    <p><strong>Phosphorus supports root growth and overall plant health, but it\u2019s also a major water pollutant restricted by many states<\/strong>. Only use a phosphorus fertilizer on your fall lawn if:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Your soil is deficient (take a soil test)<\/li>    <li>You <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/overseeding-vs-reseeding\/\">overseed or reseed your lawn<\/a> in the fall \u2014 it\u2019s the best fertilizer for grass root growth in new seedlings.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-does-potassium-do-for-lawns\/\">Potassium<\/a><strong> acts like an army of bodyguards.<\/strong> Applied in the fall, it helps the grass protect itself from winter freeze and dry cold winds, and fight off diseases and pests.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/fertilizer-numbers-what-they-mean\/\">Fertilizer Numbers: What They Mean and How to Use Them<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-use-soil-test-kit\/\">How to Use a Soil Test Kit<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-best-fertilizers-for-cool-season-grass-types\">Best Fertilizers For Cool-Season Grass Types<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small.jpg\" alt=\"A combined image shows Bluegrass, Tall Fescue, Fine Fescue, and Ryegrass.\" class=\"wp-image-139397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-656x164.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-150x38.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-928x232.jpg 928w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Illustration by Whitney Lehnecker \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>The best fall fertilizer for cool-season grasses is a high-nitrogen fertilizer<\/strong> with the correct amounts of phosphorus and potassium to address soil deficiencies.<\/p>    <p>Cool-season grasses like fescues, bluegrasses, and ryegrass exit summer dormancy in the fall, staying active well into the late season. They need more nitrogen during this time to keep their green color, stay growing strong, and store energy for next year.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>How do you know which fertilizer to use on your lawn? The best strategy is to select the NPK ratio based on the recommendations of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-read-soil-test-report\/\">soil test report<\/a>.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>In the absence of a soil test, use a complete fertilizer with a 3-1-1, 3-1-2, or 4-1-2 ratio (e.g., 16-4-8), says the University of Missouri Extension.<\/li>    <li>If there are phosphorus restrictions, look for products with zero as the middle digit (e.g., 30-0-12).<\/li>    <li>If a soil test shows there\u2019s no deficit of potassium and phosphorus, apply a nitrogen-only fertilizer (e.g., 30-0-0).<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/slow-release-vs-quick-release-fertilizer\/\">Slow-release vs. quick-release nitrogen<\/a>:<strong> <\/strong>Not every high-nitrogen fertilizer for grass is good for your fall application:&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Early fall:<\/strong> The best fertilizer for your lawn is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-is-slow-release-fertilizer\/\">slow-release fertilizer<\/a> that provides sustained feeding for another month or two. Apply up to 1 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet.<\/li>    <li><strong>Mid to late fall<\/strong>: Choose a quick-release fertilizer that can be absorbed fast, while the grass is still active. Apply up to 0.5 pounds of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet to avoid runoff and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-is-fertilizer-burn\/\">fertilizer burn<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/difference-between-organic-synthetic-fertilizer\/\">Organic vs. synthetic fertilizer<\/a>:&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Organic fall fertilizers require warm soil and active microbes to release their ingredients. They are more effective in early fall.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>For late fall applications, Ohio State University recommends synthetic nitrogen fertilizers less affected by cold temperatures, such as urea and ammonium sulfate.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>See Related<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-grass-fertilizers\/\">7 Best Fertilizers for Grass [Reviews]<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/liquid-vs-granular-fertilizer\/\">Liquid vs. Granular Fertilizer<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-best-fertilizers-for-warm-season-grass-types\">Best Fertilizers For Warm-Season Grass Types<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orlando-Grass-combo.jpg\" alt=\"A combined image shows St. Augustine, Bahia, Zoysia, Bermuda, and Centipede.\" class=\"wp-image-137741\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orlando-Grass-combo.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orlando-Grass-combo-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orlando-Grass-combo-656x164.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orlando-Grass-combo-150x38.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orlando-Grass-combo-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Orlando-Grass-combo-928x232.jpg 928w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Illustration by Whitney Lehnecker \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>The best fall fertilizer for <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/warm-season-grass-growing-guide\/\">warm-season grasses<\/a><strong> contains little to no nitrogen and provides phosphorus and potassium,<\/strong> essential for strong roots and improved resistance to winter stress.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Warm-season grasses, such as Bermuda, Zoysia, St. Augustine, centipede, and bahia, grow during summer and prepare for dormancy in the fall. They need nutrients that support this transition (P, K), rather than encouraging continued active growth (N).<\/p>    <p>The amount of phosphorus and potassium depend on the soil test results.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>If the soil has sufficient phosphorus, don\u2019t add more. Excess phosphorus can interfere with the absorption of iron and zinc, and it can also leach into waterways.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>The same applies to potassium \u2014 don\u2019t fertilize if the soil already has enough. Experts at the University of Kentucky say the surplus doesn\u2019t help.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>Here are some general fertilizer ratios recommended if your soil is deficient in potassium:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Potassium-only fertilizer (e.g., 0-0-22, 0-0-60)&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>Low-nitrogen high-potassium fertilizer with a 1-0-2 to 1-0-4 NPK ratio (e.g., 10-0-20, 10-0-40).<\/li>    <li>Complete fertilizer that approximates a 4-1-6 ratio (e.g., 12-3-18)<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Avoid applying nitrogen to warm-season lawns after August.<\/strong> Consider them only if there\u2019s a summer fertilizer ban or you live in a warm climate where these grasses stay green late in the fall or year-round (South Florida, South Texas).&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>Slow-release vs. quick-release nitrogen:<\/strong> If you need to apply nitrogen in the fall, use a quick-release product to ensure it&#8217;s absorbed fast, allowing your grass to enter dormancy on time. Apply 0.25 to 0.5 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet.<\/p>    <p><strong>Organic vs. synthetic fertilizer:<\/strong> In the early fall, you can use either option.<\/p>    <p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> For prolonged green color in the fall without the risk of dangerous growth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/why-add-iron-fertilizer-to-lawn\/\">apply an iron fertilizer<\/a>.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-fertilizers-st-augustinegrass\/\">7 Best Fertilizers for St. Augustinegrass [Reviews]<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-bermudagrass-fertilizers\/\">7 Best Fertilizers for Bermudagrass [Reviews]<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-faq\">FAQ<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757217795253\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I Use a Weed and Feed in the Fall?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/\">apply a weed and feed<\/a> in the fall to cool-season grasses to feed the lawn while also preventing weeds like henbit and dandelions. For warm-season grasses, use nitrogen-free weed-and-feed products, such as Dimension 0-0-7 or Prodiamine 0-0-7, to avoid delaying dormancy.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757217800657\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">When Should I Apply Fall Fertilizer?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best time to apply a fall fertilizer is:<br\/><br\/>\u2022 Mid-August to mid-November for cool-season grasses<br\/>\u2022 Late August through October for warm-season grasses<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-give-your-lawn-the-best-fall-fertilizer\">Give Your Lawn the Best Fall Fertilizer<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"514\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/atlanta-LS1-small.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A well-maintained suburban neighborhood with trees, manicured lawns, and houses on a sunny day.\" class=\"wp-image-138732\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/atlanta-LS1-small.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/atlanta-LS1-small-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/atlanta-LS1-small-656x421.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/atlanta-LS1-small-150x96.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/atlanta-LS1-small-768x493.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lawn maintained by a LawnStarter pro in Atlanta, GA. Photo Credit: LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Selecting the right fall fertilizer shouldn\u2019t feel like you\u2019re rolling dice with your lawn\u2019s future. When you\u2019re second-guessing every bag label at the garden center, it\u2019s time to call in someone who knows exactly what your grass needs.<\/p>    <p>Connect with a <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnstarter.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=treatment\">LawnStarter fertilizer pro<\/a> near you and skip the guesswork entirely. They\u2019ll dial in the perfect nutrient mix so your lawn thrives through the winter and emerges strong next spring.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-5fafd6ce-2392-4fc4-a121-6fde4aa1a0e4\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-5fafd6ce-2392-4fc4-a121-6fde4aa1a0e4\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-5fafd6ce-2392-4fc4-a121-6fde4aa1a0e4\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-5fafd6ce-2392-4fc4-a121-6fde4aa1a0e4\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/utia.tennessee.edu\/publications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/269\/2023\/10\/D141.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">An Example Bermudagrass Lawn Care Calendar<\/a>.\u201d By turfgrass specialists Tom Samples, Jim Brosnan, Frank Hale, Alan Windham, and Robert Florence. University of Tennessee.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/turfdisease.osu.edu\/news\/benefits-late-fall-fertilization-0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Benefits of Late Fall Fertilization<\/a>.\u201d By Anthony Koski, professor and Extension turfgrass specialist, and John Street, professor of agronomy. The Ohio State University.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.missouri.edu\/publications\/g6705\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cool-Season Grasses: Lawn Maintenance Calendar<\/a>.\u201d By Peng Tian, MU Plant Diagnostic Clinic director and assistant Extension professor. University of Missouri.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/turf.unl.edu\/sites\/unl.edu.ianr.agronomy-horticulture.turf\/files\/media\/file\/FertilizationHomeLawn2012f.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fertilizing Home Lawns<\/a>.\u201d By Zac Reicher, professor, Department of Agronomy and Horticulture. University of Nebraska-Lincoln.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagobotanic.org\/plantinfo\/fertilizing_lawns_fall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fertilizing Lawns in Fall<\/a>.\u201d Chicago Botanic Garden.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/uaex.uada.edu\/publications\/PDF\/FSA-6121.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lawn Care Calendar: Bermudagrass<\/a>.\u201d By John Boyd, professor and weed scientist. University of Arkansas University Extension.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/liberty.agrilife.org\/files\/2020\/05\/Lawn-Fertilization-for-Texas-Warm-Season-Grasses-Publ.-E-437.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lawn Fertilization for Texas Warm-Season Grasses<\/a>.\u201d By David R. Chalmers, associate professor and state Extension turfgrass specialist, and James A. McAfee, associate professor and state Extension turfgrass specialist. Texas A&amp;M University System.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/publications.ca.uky.edu\/files\/AGR249.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Potassium for Kentucky Turfgrasses<\/a>.\u201d By Travis Shaddox, soil fertility and turfgrass nutrition specialist, and Gregg Munshaw, turfgrass physiology expert. University of Kentucky.<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p>Main Image: Fertilizing lawn with handheld spreader. Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/fertilizing-lawn\/42873250\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">evgenyb<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To choose the best fall lawn fertilizer, consider the type of grass, soil test results, and time of application. 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