{"id":30118,"date":"2024-10-24T13:24:06","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T13:24:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=30118"},"modified":"2024-10-24T18:29:26","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T18:29:26","slug":"when-to-fertilize-lawn-oklahoma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-fertilize-lawn-oklahoma\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Fertilize Your Oklahoma Lawn"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fertilize cool-season grasses in Oklahoma between March and May and again between September and October. For warm-season grasses, the best times to fertilize in Oklahoma is from May to June and September to October.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fertilizing at these times ensures your lawn stays green and healthy year-round.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-b0ecc759-035d-4f54-999f-867be65a825a\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\"><strong>Table of Contents:\u00a0<\/strong><\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-fertilize-lawn-oklahoma\/#0-when-to-fertilize-cool-season-grass\" style=\"\">When to fertilize cool-season grass<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-fertilize-lawn-oklahoma\/#1-when-to-fertilize-warm-season-grass\" style=\"\">When to fertilize warm-season grass<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-fertilize-lawn-oklahoma\/#2-fertilizer-calendar-for-oklahoma\" style=\"\">Fertilizer calendar for Oklahoma<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-fertilize-lawn-oklahoma\/#3-faqs\" style=\"\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-when-to-fertilize-cool-season-grass\"><span id=\"when-to-fertilize-cool-season-grass\">When to fertilize cool-season grass<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oklahoma gets warm summers and cold winters. <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-bluegrass-guide\/\">Kentucky bluegrass<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/perennial-ryegrass-guide\/\">perennial ryegrass<\/a> perform exceptionally well in northern Oklahoma, while <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/tall-fescue-guide\/\">tall fescue<\/a> thrives throughout the state. Check out our guide on the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-oklahoma\/\">best grasses for Oklahoma lawns<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cool-season grasses grow vigorously in early spring and fall when temperatures range between 55 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1.jpg\" alt=\"growth of cool season grass\" class=\"wp-image-17693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1-610x343.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to fertilize cool-season grasses is between <strong>September and October<\/strong>, when temperatures range from 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. This promotes strong root growth in the spring when the grass emerges from its winter slumber, as the illustration above shows.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apply the second round of fertilizer in early- to mid-spring, between <strong>March and April<\/strong>, when temperatures range from 55 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. However, avoid fertilizing later in the spring so you don&#8217;t force your grass to grow past its natural growth season.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-when-to-fertilize-warm-season-grass\"><span id=\"when-to-fertilize-warm-season-grass\">When to fertilize warm-season grass<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/buffalograss-guide\/\">Buffalograss<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bermudagrass-guide\/\">Bermudagrass<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/st-augustinegrass-guide\/\">St. Augustinegrass<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/zoysiagrass-guide\/\">Zoysiagrass<\/a> perform relatively well throughout Oklahoma, but we recommend overseeding them with annual ryegrass to help retain their color.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Warm-season grasses grow actively in late spring and summer when temperatures range between 75 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass.jpg\" alt=\"growth of warm season grass\" class=\"wp-image-17692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass-610x343.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to fertilize warm-season grasses in Oklahoma is from mid-spring to early summer (<strong>April to June<\/strong>) when temperatures range from 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apply the second round of fertilizer in <strong>August<\/strong>, when temperatures hover around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Avoid fertilizing in the fall so you don\u2019t force your grass to grow beyond its active growth season.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-fertilizer-calendar-for-oklahoma\"><span id=\"fertilizer-calendar-for-oklahoma\">Fertilizer calendar for Oklahoma<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s a handy calendar to help you know when to fertilize your Oklahoma lawn.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Month<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Kentucky Bluegrass<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Perennial Ryegrass<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Tall Fescue<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Bermudagrass<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Buffalograss&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>St. Augustinegrass<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Zoysiagrass<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>January&nbsp;<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>February<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>April&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>May<\/td><td>Possible<\/td><td>Possible<\/td><td>Possible<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>June<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>July<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>Possible&nbsp;<\/td><td>Possible&nbsp;<\/td><td>Possible&nbsp;<\/td><td>Possible&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>August<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2714&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>September<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>Possible&nbsp;<\/td><td>Possible&nbsp;<\/td><td>Possible&nbsp;<\/td><td>Possible&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>October<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td>\u2714<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>November&nbsp;<\/td><td>Possible<\/td><td>Possible<\/td><td>Possible<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>December<\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>More Lawn Care and Landscaping Resources for Oklahoma:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-grass-seed-oklahoma\/\">When to Plant Grass Seed in Oklahoma<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/oklahoma-lawn-care-schedule\/\">Month-to-Month Oklahoma Lawn Care Schedule<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-aerate-lawn-oklahoma\/\">When to Aerate Your Lawn in Oklahoma<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-faqs\"><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-should-i-fertilize-my-lawn-before-or-after-aerating-\"><span id=\"should-i-fertilize-my-lawn-before-or-after-aerating\">Should I fertilize my lawn before or after aerating?&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aerate your lawn before fertilizing to help the soil absorb nutrients more effectively. We recommend fertilizing your grass within 48 hours after aerating for the best results.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-how-can-i-tell-if-my-lawn-needs-fertilizing-\"><span id=\"how-can-i-tell-if-my-lawn-needs-fertilizing\">How can I tell if my lawn needs fertilizing?&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your grass turns yellow or develops thinning patches, you should fertilize your lawn.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-can-i-fertilize-my-oklahoma-lawn-when-it%E2%80%99s-raining-\"><span id=\"can-i-fertilize-my-oklahoma-lawn-when-its-raining\">Can I fertilize my Oklahoma lawn when it\u2019s raining?&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s a good idea to fertilize before a light rain because the water helps your grass absorb the nutrients. However, avoid fertilizing during heavy downpours, as the rain will wash away nutrients into storm drains and impact aquatic life.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-when-to-hire-a-professional\"><span id=\"when-to-hire-a-professional\">When to hire a professional<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lawn maintenance can be tiring and time-consuming, but it&#8217;s crucial to keep your yard looking good. If you need help fertilizing your grass or with anything related to lawn maintenance, get in touch with Lawn Love. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/oklahoma\">seasoned pros<\/a> can transform your garden from boring to beautiful.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/feeding-lawn-scattering-granular-fertilizer-for-perfect-green-grass\/830950573\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ronstik<\/a> | Adobe Stock Free | <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fertilize cool-season grasses in Oklahoma from March to May and September to October. 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