Since I got chewed out by lawn guy I`ll try another post with more info. I would like to know what to put down on my lawn now and also next spring. I am in central Va. and the soil is mostly red clay and is slightly acidic. The grass is mostly fescue and rye with a few unknown weeds that I keep cut to about 3 in. I hope this is enough info. Thanks for an answer.
I have always had a good success rate by first concentrating on correcting the pH. since you mention your soil to be "slightly acidic" I would recommend you start with lime, granular lime. usually obtained at Lowes at a cost of around $3.99 for a 40 pound bag.
as for a feeding guide take a look at this reference.
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You can buy a test kit at many garden centers that will test for PH. Then you can figure out how much lime to put down. I recommend the pelletized limestone type, not the pullverized powder.
The weeds you can spot treat with Weed B Gone or similar using a tank sprayer.
And apply a Fall type fertilizer in the next couple of weeks
I am 100% with you on the pelletized limestone type. some, myself included call it granular.
this site can provide some product information.
Learn the names of the weeds that you have. Then you can learn which weed killers will be the most effective for you lawn.
This site has photos of quite a few weeds, and it also lists the effective herbicides.
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