The Best Time to Fertilize Your Lawn (and Why It Matters)

A vibrant, green lawn doesn’t happen by accident—it happens with the right timing and nutrients. Lawn fertilization gives your grass the fuel it needs to grow thick, healthy, and resilient, but applying it at the wrong time can do more harm than good. Understanding when and how to fertilize your lawn is one of the most important parts of keeping your yard in top condition.

Why Lawn Fertilization Is So Important

Over time, your soil loses essential nutrients that grass depends on. Lawn fertilization replenishes those nutrients—nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium—to strengthen your lawn from the roots up.
Regular fertilization helps your lawn:

• Grow thicker and greener
• Resist weeds and disease
• Recover faster after heavy use or drought
• Maintain healthy soil balance

Without a proper fertilization schedule, even the most watered lawn can look dull and weak.

The Best Time to Fertilize in Texas

In Texas, timing your fertilization around the growing season is crucial. Most lawns here use warm-season grasses like Bermuda, Zoysia, or St. Augustine. These grasses thrive when temperatures rise, meaning fertilization should follow their growth pattern.

Here’s the ideal schedule:

• Early Spring (March–April): Kickstart growth after winter dormancy.
• Late Spring (May–June): Strengthen grass for the summer heat.
• Early Fall (September–October): Help recovery and prepare for cooler weather.

Avoid fertilizing during winter dormancy or droughts—grass won’t absorb nutrients properly, leading to wasted product or root burn.

Choosing the Right Fertilizer

Not all fertilizers are the same. The right formula depends on your soil’s needs and your lawn’s condition.

• Slow-release fertilizers provide steady nutrition over time.
• Nitrogen-rich blends promote vibrant green color and dense growth.
• Balanced fertilizers (like 10-10-10) restore general soil health.

At Anointed Lawn Care, we use professional-grade fertilizer blends that feed your lawn evenly without risking damage from overapplication.

Professional Fertilization vs. DIY

While store-bought fertilizers can help, it’s easy to apply too much or at the wrong time. Professional lawn fertilization services ensure proper nutrient balance, coverage, and timing—all tailored to North Texas soil conditions.
Our technicians perform:

• Soil testing for nutrient levels
• Seasonal fertilizer applications
• Weed and pest prevention during treatments

That’s why homeowners often notice thicker, greener lawns just weeks after professional care.

Tips for Homeowners Between Treatments

You can help your fertilization results last longer with these habits:

• Mow regularly at the correct height for your grass type.
• Water deeply after fertilization to help nutrients absorb.
• Avoid mowing right after application—give it time to settle.
• Pair fertilization with core aeration once a year for deeper root growth.

Following these steps ensures every treatment delivers lasting results.