{"id":17070,"date":"2023-08-08T22:43:43","date_gmt":"2023-08-08T22:43:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=17070"},"modified":"2026-03-17T17:44:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T17:44:53","slug":"best-lawn-fertilizers-bermudagrass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizers-bermudagrass\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Best Fertilizers for Bermudagrass of 2026 [Reviews]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many southern homeowners choose Bermudagrass for its heat, drought, and foot traffic tolerance. But to keep it lush and healthy, you must use the right fertilizer. So, we searched the biggest outdoor living retailers in the country, Home Depot, Lowe&#8217;s, Amazon, and Walmart, to find the best fertilizers for Bermudagrass. See reviews of our favorite products below.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 id=\"top-picks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top picks<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"#Simple\">Simple Lawn Solutions Advanced 16-4-8<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#The\">The Andersons PGF Complete Fertilizer with Humic DG<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Safer\">Safer Brand Lawn Restore Natural Fertilizer<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Milorganite\">Milorganite Slow-Release Nitrogen Fertilizer<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Scotts\">Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Pennington\">Pennington Smart Seed Bermudagrass Seed and Fertilizer Mix<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Best\"><span id=\"top-6-lawn-fertilizers-for-bermudagrass-reviews\">Top 6 lawn fertilizers for Bermudagrass &#8211; Reviews<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Simple\"><span id=\"1-simple-lawn-solutions-advanced-16-4-8\">1. Simple Lawn Solutions Advanced 16-4-8<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Simple-Lawn-Solutions-Advanced-16-4-8.jpg\" alt=\"Simple Lawn Solutions Advanced 16-4-8\" class=\"wp-image-17108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Simple-Lawn-Solutions-Advanced-16-4-8.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Simple-Lawn-Solutions-Advanced-16-4-8-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Simple-Lawn-Solutions-Advanced-16-4-8-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Simple-Lawn-Solutions-Advanced-16-4-8-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To feed your Bermuda lawn grass a balanced diet of high-quality ingredients, try Simple Lawn Solutions Advanced 16-4-8. Its feed-grade ingredients are perfectly proportioned to promote dense green growth, healthy roots, and a strong immune system. Additionally, the formula improves grass&#8217;s tolerance to heat, cold, and drought.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Coverage area:<\/strong> 3,200 sq. ft.<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period:<\/strong> 2 weeks<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type:<\/strong> Liquid, not certified organic but does contain some organic ingredients to improve soil health&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K: <\/strong>16-4-8<\/li>    <li><strong>Package size<\/strong>: 32 oz.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn\u2019t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Well-balanced nutrition&nbsp;<br>\u2713 High-quality ingredients<br>\u2713 Boosts immune system<br>\u2713 Improves tolerance to pests<br>\u2713 Improves cold-tolerance<br>\u2713 Made in USA<\/td><td>\u2717 Some states ban phosphorus fertilizers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"> <h4 id=\"where-to-buy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to buy:<\/h4>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-926cfb5b-1230-4d9e-9ddf-169624cd5a63\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Advanced-16-4-8-Balanced-NPK-Concentrated\/dp\/B06XWFL84R?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=a371bba8c697053651d7d20839b873ef&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Amazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-e38e0318-b121-4755-961b-31538f9ef4b0\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/3062287\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FAdvanced-16-4-8-Balanced-NPK-Lawn-Food-Natural-Liquid-Fertilizer-Spring-Summer-Concentrated-Spray-Any-Grass-Type-Simple-Solutions-32-Ounce%2F311029486&amp;partnerpropertyid=2928294\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"The\"><span id=\"2-the-andersons-pgf-complete-fertilizer-with-humic-dg\">2. The Andersons PGF Complete Fertilizer with Humic DG<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/The-Andersons-PGF-Complete-Fertilizer-with-Humic-DG.jpg\" alt=\"The Andersons PGF Complete Fertilizer with Humic DG\" class=\"wp-image-17121\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/The-Andersons-PGF-Complete-Fertilizer-with-Humic-DG.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/The-Andersons-PGF-Complete-Fertilizer-with-Humic-DG-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/The-Andersons-PGF-Complete-Fertilizer-with-Humic-DG-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/The-Andersons-PGF-Complete-Fertilizer-with-Humic-DG-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Andersons PGF Complete 16-4-8 Fertilizer is another well-balanced fertilizer that gives Bermuda the nutrients it needs for dense growth, deep green color, and a fantastic immune system. In addition to NPK, it contains iron and humic acid. Humic acid improves the soil, so your lawn takes in more water and nutrients.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Coverage area:<\/strong> 10,000<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period:<\/strong> 8 weeks<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type:<\/strong> Granular, slow-release, synthetic<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K: <\/strong>16-4-8<\/li>    <li><strong>Package size<\/strong>: 40 lb.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn\u2019t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Well-balanced nutrition&nbsp;<br>\u2713 Improves the soil<br>\u2713 Boosts immune system<br>\u2713 Improves tolerance to pests<br>\u2713 Improves cold-tolerance<\/td><td>\u2717 Sometimes green-up can take up to a month<br>\u2717 Some states ban phosphorus fertilizers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"> <h4 id=\"where-to-buy-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to buy:<\/h4>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-d2605004-5fd1-4637-9962-4422cb7422c8\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Andersons-Professional-16-4-8-Fertilizer-Humic\/dp\/B07SYLCKRH?th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=f5c20081c00b6a86cd9e77bc2c03066c&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Amazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Safer\"><span id=\"3-safer-brand-lawn-restore-natural-fertilizer\">3. Safer Brand Lawn Restore Natural Fertilizer<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Safer-Brand-Lawn-Restore-Natural-Fertilizer.jpg\" alt=\"Safer Brand Lawn Restore Natural Fertilizer\" class=\"wp-image-17109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Safer-Brand-Lawn-Restore-Natural-Fertilizer.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Safer-Brand-Lawn-Restore-Natural-Fertilizer-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Safer-Brand-Lawn-Restore-Natural-Fertilizer-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Safer-Brand-Lawn-Restore-Natural-Fertilizer-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a lush green lawn that&#8217;s safe for your children and pets, try Safer Brand Lawn Restore Natural Fertilizer. The organic nitrogen-rich formula fosters lush green lawns without using harsh chemicals. It won&#8217;t burn your grass but will improve its tolerance to heat, cold, and drought. And some homeowners notice green up in just 3 to 5 days.<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Coverage area:<\/strong> 5,000 sq. ft.<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period:<\/strong> 8 weeks<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type:<\/strong> Liquid, slow-release, organic<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K: <\/strong>9-0-2<\/li>    <li><strong>Package size<\/strong>: 20 lb.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn\u2019t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Organic<br>\u2713 Improves soil conditions<br>\u2713 Long-lasting&nbsp;<br>\u2713 Safe for children and pets<br>\u2713 Improves cold-tolerance<\/td><td>\u2717 No phosphorus&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"> <h4 id=\"where-to-buy-3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to buy:<\/h4>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-03668dc1-3da6-48ba-aeb0-346e202fa9f3\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Safer-Brand-Lawn-Restore-Fertilizer\/dp\/B08ZJWFZGP?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=5b98e1e6f1d2265398ef485d9b3d1859&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Amazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-b324114d-d9ed-400c-8161-58a4112e24ca\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/3062287\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FSafer-Lawn-Restore-Lawn-Food-20-lbs%2F295930526&amp;partnerpropertyid=2928294\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Milorganite\"><span id=\"4-milorganite-slow-release-nitrogen-fertilizer\">4. Milorganite Slow-Release Nitrogen Fertilizer<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Milorganite-Slow-Release-Nitrogen-Fertilizer.jpg\" alt=\"Milorganite Slow-Release Nitrogen Fertilizer\" class=\"wp-image-17122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Milorganite-Slow-Release-Nitrogen-Fertilizer.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Milorganite-Slow-Release-Nitrogen-Fertilizer-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Milorganite-Slow-Release-Nitrogen-Fertilizer-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Milorganite-Slow-Release-Nitrogen-Fertilizer-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re looking for an affordable organic fertilizer, try Milorganite Slow-Release Nitrogen Fertilizer. For over 90 years, it&#8217;s been trusted to encourage dense green growth without burning lawns. Additionally, it contains organic matter, improving soil composition, and is especially beneficial for sandy soils.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Coverage area:<\/strong> 2,500 sq. ft.<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period:<\/strong> 10 weeks<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type:<\/strong> Granular, slow-release, organic<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K: <\/strong>6-4-0<\/li>    <li><strong>Package size<\/strong>: 32 lb.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn\u2019t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Improves soil<br>\u2713 Safe<br>\u2713 Long-lasting<br>\u2713 Encourages root growth<\/td><td>\u2717 No potassium<br>\u2717 Some states ban phosphorus fertilizers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"> <h4 id=\"where-to-buy-4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to buy:<\/h4>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-ba69cb20-895a-48fc-a93a-79b2d43fe1e2\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/3062287\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fc%2Fkp%2Fmilorganite-nitrogen-fertilizer&amp;partnerpropertyid=2928294\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-144a493d-ee85-4303-8f63-cc2ccc6fab2a\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/12hfqq0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Lowe&#8217;s<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Scotts\"><span id=\"5-scotts-turf-builder-southern-lawn-food\">5. Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Scotts-Turf-Builder-Southern-Lawn-Food.jpg\" alt=\"Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food\" class=\"wp-image-17105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Scotts-Turf-Builder-Southern-Lawn-Food.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Scotts-Turf-Builder-Southern-Lawn-Food-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Scotts-Turf-Builder-Southern-Lawn-Food-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Scotts-Turf-Builder-Southern-Lawn-Food-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food is formulated to meet the needs of warm-season grasses like Bermuda. It contains Scotts&#8217; All-in-One Particles that build strong roots and protect grass from heat and drought. Additionally, its potassium helps build a better tolerance to winter cold fronts and insect damage.<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Coverage area:<\/strong> 5,000 sq. ft.<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period:<\/strong> 6 weeks<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type:<\/strong> Granular, slow-release, synthetic<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K: <\/strong>32-0-10<\/li>    <li><strong>Package size<\/strong>: 14.06 lb.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn\u2019t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Protects against weather damage<br>\u2713 Improves tolerance to pests<br>\u2713 Encourages dense green growth<\/td><td>\u2717 High nitrogen content can burn lawns if over-fertilized<br>\u2717 No phosphorus&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"> <h4 id=\"where-to-buy-5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to buy:<\/h4>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-c4ad7491-fe7c-41f8-9f2c-b84824b41052\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Scotts-23405B-Builder-Southern-Available\/dp\/B000FBMI36?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=fc40c8c59b85529b7e07554bc382010f&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Amazon<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-8416da24-6849-46ab-a29c-31d499d1d9e8\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/goto.walmart.com\/c\/3062287\/565706\/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FScotts-Turf-Builder-Southern-Lawn-Fertilizer-5-000-sq-ft-14-06-lb%2F34999612&amp;partnerpropertyid=2928294\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Walmart<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>  <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-1feeda21-591a-4be6-82f1-80a848476691\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/1937jzq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #0693e3; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; font-size: 13px; width: 150px; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; border-top-left-radius: 60px;; border-top-right-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-left-radius: 60px;; border-bottom-right-radius: 60px;; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\"> \t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Lowe&#8217;s<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Pennington\"><span id=\"6-pennington-smart-seed-bermudagrass-seed-and-fertilizer-mix\">6. Pennington Smart Seed Bermudagrass Seed and Fertilizer Mix<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pennington-Smart-Seed-Bermudagrass-Seed-and-Fertilizer-Mix.jpg\" alt=\"Pennington Smart Seed Bermudagrass Seed and Fertilizer Mix\" class=\"wp-image-17123\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pennington-Smart-Seed-Bermudagrass-Seed-and-Fertilizer-Mix.jpg 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pennington-Smart-Seed-Bermudagrass-Seed-and-Fertilizer-Mix-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pennington-Smart-Seed-Bermudagrass-Seed-and-Fertilizer-Mix-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pennington-Smart-Seed-Bermudagrass-Seed-and-Fertilizer-Mix-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to establish a new lawn or <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/blog-landscaping-overseeding\/\">overseed<\/a> an existing Bermuda lawn, consider Pennington Smart Seed Bermudagrass Seed and Fertilizer Mix. In addition to Bermuda seeds, the Smart Seed mix contains cool-season grass seeds, which speed up greening and germination. Apply the mixture in spring or early summer, and new grass will sprout within two weeks.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"specifications-6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h4>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Coverage area:<\/strong> 5,000 sq. ft.<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period:<\/strong> 6 weeks<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type:<\/strong> Fertilizer-coated grass seed, slow-release<\/li>    <li><strong>Package size<\/strong>: 8.75 lb.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"pros-and-cons-6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and cons<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>What we liked&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What we didn\u2019t like<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Great for overseeding<br>\u2713 Fills in bare patches<br>\u2713 Fast germination<\/td><td>\u2717 Not good for general fertilization<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"> <h4 id=\"where-to-buy-6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to buy:<\/h4>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-01f9f00d-2f52-4c2b-8a4b-ad7ee6783ae0\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pennington-Smart-Seed-Bermudagrass-Fertilizer\/dp\/B08QRLK7LB?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=5b4e6d0732548539448244fcf13932be&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #00d084; 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Here, we&#8217;ll briefly go over how to determine what nutrients your lawn needs.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h4 id=\"soil-test\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Soil test<\/h4>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The only way to know exactly what nutrients your grass needs is to do a <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-soil-test-your-lawn\/\">soil test<\/a>. A soil test measures levels of the following:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Nutrients (NPK and micronutrients)&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>Soil pH<\/li>    <li>Organic matter<\/li>    <li>Soil texture<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"npk\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">NPK<\/h4>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The primary (or macronutrients) lawns need are NPK:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Nitrogen (N) <\/strong>gives grass its deep green color and encourages dense growth. During its growing season, Bermudagrass needs around 1 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet of lawn every 4 to 6 weeks.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Phosphorus (P) <\/strong>promotes healthy root development. When the soil has too much, the runoff water endangers sea life. Because soil often has enough phosphorus for established lawns, several states ban fertilizers containing the element.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Potassium (K)<\/strong> strengthens grass and increases its tolerance to pests, diseases, and weather. This is especially helpful for Bermuda lawns, which often struggle with pests and diseases.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h4 id=\"n-p-k-ratio\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">N-P-K ratio<\/h4>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each package of lawn fertilizer lists the package weight and the N-P-K ratio. For example, Milorganite Slow-Release Nitrogen Fertilizer comes in a 32 lb. bag with an N-P-K of 6-4-0. To calculate the amount of each nutrient:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Nitrogen (N):<\/strong> 0.06 x 32 =1.92 pounds<\/li>    <li><strong>Phosphorus (P): <\/strong><strong>0.04 x 32 =1.28 pounds<\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong>Potassium (K):<\/strong> 0 x 32 = 0 pounds<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You need a soil test to know the correct ratio for your soil, but common recommendations for Bermudagrass are <strong>3-1-2<\/strong> and <strong>4-1-3<\/strong>.<\/p>    <h4 id=\"micronutrients\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Micronutrients<\/h4>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to NPK, there are nutrients lawns need in small amounts. Sometimes Bermuda lawns need the soil amended with micronutrients such as iron or sulfur.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"year\"><span id=\"time-of-year\">Time of year<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best times to fertilize <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bermudagrass-guide\/\">Bermudagrass<\/a> are late spring\/early summer, mid-summer, and late summer. The first application should be done while the grass is green and there isn\u2019t a chance of frost. Don&#8217;t fertilize Bermuda during winter dormancy.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fertilizer\"><span id=\"type-of-fertilizer\">Type of fertilizer<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/the-best-type-of-fertilizer-for-your-grass\/\">types of fertilizers<\/a> to choose from:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Slow-release vs. quick-release fertilizer: <\/strong>You don&#8217;t have to apply slow-release fertilizer as frequently because the nutrients slowly break down into the soil. Quick-release fertilizers nourish the grass quicker but need more applications and increase the risk of <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/what-is-fertilizer-burn\/\">fertilizer burn<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Liquid vs. granular fertilizer: <\/strong>Granular fertilizers tend to be cheaper and slow-release, whereas liquid fertilizers are more costly and release nutrients much quicker. You apply granules using a spreader and liquids using a sprayer. Our article <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-care-liquid-vs-granular-fertilizers\/\">Liquid vs. Granular Fertilizer<\/a> goes into more detail about these differences.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Organic vs. synthetic fertilizer: <\/strong>Synthetic fertilizers yield quicker results and typically cost less, but you&#8217;ll have better long-run success with <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/blog-landscaping-organic-lawn-fertilizer\/\">organic fertilizers<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Weed and feed: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/is-weed-and-feed-bad-for-your-lawn\/\">Weed and feed<\/a> products contain fertilizer and herbicide, so they feed your lawn and treat common weeds such as dandelions, clover, or crabgrass.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Price\"><span id=\"price\">Price<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you fertilize your own lawn, expect to spend around <strong>$40 to $320 <\/strong>on fertilizer and supplies, depending on the size of your lawn and the type of fertilizer you choose. If you hire a pro, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-fertilization-cost\/\">lawn fertilization usually costs<\/a> anywhere from <strong>$120 to $480 <\/strong>per treatment.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"faq-about-lawn-fertilizers-for-bermudagrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ about lawn fertilizers for Bermudagrass<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1691078899341\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. What\u2019s the best organic fertilizer for Bermudagrass?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best organic fertilizers for Bermuda are Safer Brand Lawn Restore Natural Fertilizer and Milorganite Slow-Release Nitrogen Fertilizer.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1691078905754\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. What\u2019s the best weed control for Bermudagrass?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best way to prevent weeds in Bermuda turfgrass is staying on top of <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/take-care-lawn\/\">routine lawn maintenance<\/a>, including:<br\/><br\/>\u2022 Following our <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-mowing-tips-how-to-mow-your-lawn\/\">tips for mowing your lawn<\/a><br\/>\u2022 Following our <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-tips-fertilizing-lawn\/\">tips for fertilizing your lawn<\/a><br\/>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/core-or-spike-aeration\/\">Aerating<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/dethatching-your-lawn\/\">dethatching<\/a> your lawn to avoid soil compaction and improve soil drainage.\u00a0<br\/>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/the-definitive-guide-to-watering-your-lawn\/\">Watering your lawn<\/a> just the right amount \u2013 not too much or too little.<br\/>\u2022 Applying the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-pre-emergent-herbicides\/\">best pre-emergent herbicides<\/a> before weed seeds have a chance to germinate.<br\/><br\/>If some stragglers still pop up, you can use the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-post-emergent-herbicides\/\">best post-emergent herbicides<\/a> to kill weeds after they sprout. You can also try <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/all-natural-organic-weed-killers\/\">natural and organic weed killers<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1691079004774\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3. What\u2019s the ideal soil pH for Bermudagrass?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The ideal soil pH for Bermudagrass is <strong>6 to 6.5<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1691079011777\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">4. What are the most common Bermuda pests?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/most-common-bermudagrass-pests\/\">most common Bermudagrass pests<\/a> are:<br\/><br\/>\u2022 Armyworms<br\/>\u2022 Bermudagrass mites<br\/>\u2022 Bermudagrass scale<br\/>\u2022 Ground pearls<br\/>\u2022 Hunting billbugs<br\/>\u2022 Mole crickets<br\/>\u2022 Sod webworms<br\/>\u2022 Nematodes<br\/>\u2022 Rhodesgrass scale<br\/>\u2022 White grubs<br\/><br\/>Lawn fertilizer with potassium, such as Simple Lawn Solutions Advanced 16-4-8 and The Andersons PGF Complete Fertilizer with Humic DG, can improve Bermudagrass&#8217;s tolerance of these pests.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1691079213915\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">5. What are the most common Bermuda diseases?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The most <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/common-bermudagrass-diseases\/\">common Bermudagrass diseases<\/a> are:<br\/><br\/>\u2022 Large patch<br\/>\u2022 Dollar spot<br\/>\u2022 Leaf spot and melting out<br\/>\u2022 Rust<br\/>\u2022 Spring dead spot<br\/><br\/>Using fertilizer with high potassium content can also improve Bermuda&#8217;s resistance to these diseases.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1691079237317\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">6. What are the best fertilizers for other warm-season grasses?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizers\/\">best lawn fertilizer<\/a> for your yard depends on the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/types-of-grass\">type of grass<\/a>, so we also found the best fertilizers for the following <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/guide-to-warm-season-grasses\/\">warm-season grasses<\/a>:<br\/><br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> <strong>Centipedegrass:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizers-centipedegrass\/\">best lawn fertilizers for centipede<\/a> include Simple Lawn Solutions 15-0-15 Liquid Fertilizer and Fertilome Centipede Lawn Fertilizer 15-0-15.<br\/>\u2022 <strong>St. Augustinegrass:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizers-st-augustinegrass\/\">best lawn fertilizers for St. Augustine<\/a> include The Andersons PGF Complete 16-4-8 Fertilizer and Espoma Organic Lawn Food.<br\/>\u2022 <strong>Zoysiagrass: <\/strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizers-zoysiagrass\/\">best lawn fertilizers for Zoysia<\/a> include Simple Lawn Solutions Advanced 16-4-8 and Turf Nature Natural Base Fertilizer.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"when-to-call-a-lawn-care-pro\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to call a lawn care pro<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to encourage lush grass growth on your Bermuda lawn, <a href=\"http:\/\/lawnlove.com\">hiring an experienced lawn care pro<\/a> is the best solution. Pros have high-end products and equipment that yield better results than most consumer products. They also have the know-how to determine precisely what your lawn needs to thrive.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typically, you don&#8217;t have to be home when the crew arrives, and routine service is more affordable than you think. Regular lawn maintenance, including mowing, fertilizing, and more, is more convenient and user-friendly than ever!<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Lawn Love participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and other retailer affiliate programs. 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