How to Choose the Right Lawn Fertiliser
Temperatures in Adelaide have definitely risen, and your lawn has shaken off its winter dormancy, which means it’s time for a lawn fertiliser! Waiting for the warmer temperatures to fertilise ensures your lawn is actively growing and can absorb all the nutrients provided by the fertiliser – timing is everything when it comes to fertilising.
In this blog, we’ll cover the key components of a good lawn fertiliser, explore different types, and share our top product recommendations. Keep reading to help your lawn thrive this spring!
What to Look for in a Lawn Fertiliser
To keep your lawn looking its best, it needs three main macro-nutrients: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
- Nitrogen: The star of the show, nitrogen promotes lush leaf growth and is often the most discussed nutrient for lawns. It is crucial for a healthy lawn.
- Phosphorus: This nutrient is crucial for strong root development, ensuring your grass stays anchored and healthy.
- Potassium: Essential for overall plant health, potassium helps your lawn use nitrogen efficiently and supports various functions within the plant.
Look for these three components when searching for a lawn fertiliser!
Different Types of Lawn Fertilisers
When it comes to fertilising your lawn, you have plenty of options—liquid, granular, slow-release, fast-release, and controlled-release fertilisers.
Granular Lawn Fertilisers
These are popular and easy to apply. Often available in slow-release formulas, granular fertilisers provide nutrients over time. For even distribution, we recommend using a fertiliser spreader.
Our top pick is the Akers Soil Booster & Lawn Food. This granular fertiliser delivers both upfront nutrients and a slow-release option to keep your lawn healthy throughout spring. It’s specially formulated to promote rapid growth and greening across all lawn types. Ideal for both new and established lawns, Akers Soil Booster ensures your grass gets everything it needs for the warmer months.
And here’s a treat: if you’ve bought this from us before, bring your empty bucket to our store in Lonsdale for a refill and get 20% OFF!
Liquid Lawn Fertilisers
If you prefer quicker results, liquid fertilisers are absorbed directly through the leaf blades. They are best applied to a lawn using a pressure sprayer.
For this, we recommend the Akers Organic Based Turf Tonic, which features a unique blend of nutrients and trace elements. A healthy root zone is key to a resilient lawn that can withstand extreme weather, pests, and diseases. Akers Organic Based Turf Tonic contains the ideal combination of elements to ensure a healthy root system. With the inclusion of copper and molybdenum to ensure optimal nitrogen efficiency for root growth, and added bio-stimulants and zinc for root strength, Akers Organic Based Turf Tonic gives your lawn the resilience it needs.
While liquid lawn fertilisers can provide an instant boost to leaf health, granular fertilisers replenish essential nutrients in the soil, allowing your lawn to access them more effectively over time. This is why we recommend granular fertilisers, especially since winter rains can wash nutrients away.
Fertilising your lawn in spring is essential for a healthy and vibrant outdoor space. Whether you opt for granular or liquid fertiliser, understanding the nutrients your lawn needs will set you up for success.
If you’re considering a lawn rejuvenation, be sure to do this before fertilising! You can request a quote here.
If you have any questions or need personalised advice, don’t hesitate to reach out. Let’s make this spring the season your lawn truly thrives!