Growing a vibrant lawn is easy if you know a bit about your grass and the nutrients it needs. We'll help you get ready to prep and grow your best lawn ever.
Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? A vibrant green lawn is an easy way to boost curb appeal. Growing a lush, picturesque yard only takes a few hours of lawn care per week, depending on the season and your lawn's needs. Most of the work happens in the spring and summer, during active growing season, but the road to a healthy lawn starts right when you seed. If you know what kind of grass you're growing and what kind of nutrients it needs, applying the right fertilizer at the right time sets the stage for healthy growth and a hearty, resilient lawn. The Expert: I am a veteran writer and DIY expert with over a decade of experience covering all things home and garden. I've written two books on gardening, and written for major publications like Bob Vila, HGTV, and Popular Science. Identify Your Grass Every type of grass needs a unique blend of nutrients, and grows in its own way. Knowing the specific species isn't essential: Keeping the broader category in mind is enough to help you to establish a correct fertilization schedule. Grasses are classified by the temperature range in which they actively grow—cool season or warm season. Cool-season grasses, like Kentucky Bluegrass and Fescue, thrive in spring and fall. They actively grow in late winter to early spring and go dormant in the summer. That means they benefit from fertilization in early spring and fall when they are actively growing. Warm-season grasses, such as Bermuda and Zoysia, grow best over the summer, and go dormant in the winter. That means you want to fertilize it in late spring as new growth begins. That's all the information you need get started. If you are curious about what specific type of grass you have, take a small sample to your local Cooperative Extension Service or garden center and they'll identify it for you. More Lawn Care Guides: Cheap Fences • Best Zero-Turn Mowers • Best Lawn Sweepers How to Pick…