Okay, folks, let’s talk about fertilizing your lawn and whether or not you should do it before it rains. I’ve been tinkering with my own lawn for years, and I’ve definitely learned a thing or two through trial and error. So, here’s my take on this, based on my own sweat and, well, sometimes, tears.
My Lawn Fertilizing Experiment
First off, I grabbed myself a bag of fertilizer. I went with a slow-release granular type, because, honestly, I’m not about that instant gratification. I want something that’s going to feed my lawn over time, not just give it a quick sugar rush.
I checked the weather forecast, like a hawk. I noticed some rain forecast coming on in a week. I decided to experiment if it will help.
I loaded up my spreader. Now, I’ve got one of those rotary spreaders, the kind you push around. I’ve used a drop spreader before, but I always ended up with these weird stripes on my lawn. The rotary one seems to give me a more even spread. Your mileage may vary, though.
Then I started applying, the most exciting part! I walked at a steady pace, making sure I overlapped my passes just a little bit. You don’t want to go crazy with the overlap, or you’ll end up burning your lawn in spots. Just a little bit is enough to ensure you don’t miss any areas. I made sure to cover the whole lawn, edge to edge.
The Waiting Game (and the Rain!)
After spreading the fertilizer, I did something that might be a bit controversial: I waited. I know some folks like to water their lawn immediately after fertilizing, but I wanted to see what would happen if I let the rain do the work for me.
And guess what? The weather forecast was accurate and it rained! It wasn’t a torrential downpour, just a nice, steady rain. Perfect, I thought, for watering in that fertilizer.
The Results
So, what happened? Well, I’ve got to say, I was pretty pleased with the results. The rain definitely helped dissolve those granules and get the nutrients down into the soil. My lawn looked greener and healthier in the weeks that followed. I also noticed that I applied the fertilizer more evenly than last time when it was a bit dry and windy.
Here is a summary of how it went:
- Grabbed a bag of slow-release granular fertilizer.
- Checked the weather forecast.
- Loaded up my rotary spreader.
- Walked at a steady pace.
- Waited for the rain.
- Achieved awesome results!
Now, I’m not saying this is the only way to do it. But, based on my own experience, fertilizing before a gentle rain can be a pretty effective and efficient way to give your lawn a boost. Just remember to use a slow-release fertilizer, apply it evenly, and don’t overdo it. And hey, a little help from Mother Nature never hurts!
