{"id":34623,"date":"2024-11-14T14:16:42","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T14:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=34623"},"modified":"2025-07-09T14:30:30","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T14:30:30","slug":"best-lawn-fertilizer-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizer-texas\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Lawn Fertilizers for Texas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our choice for the best fertilizer for Texas is the Expert Gardener Texas Turf Lawn Food, a product that combines an accessible price with a recommended NPK ratio and iron to promote greening.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find the top five lawn fertilizers for Texas, we reviewed products that fit the NPK ratio recommended by Texas A&amp;M and were formulated in Texas or for Southern climates. Additionally, we included options with iron, which helps your grass remain green even in the state&#8217;s harsh heat and droughts.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-14777457-16a9-46c4-9341-e6cef29cf627\" 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>Our Top Picks:<\/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<ol style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizer-texas\/#0-1-best-overall-expert-gardener-texas-turf-lawn-food\" style=\"\">Best Overall: Expert Gardener Texas Turf Lawn Food<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizer-texas\/#3-2-best-granular-phosphorus-free-fertilizer-scotts-turf-builder-southern-lawn-food\" style=\"\">Best Granular Phosphorus-Free Fertilizer: Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizer-texas\/#6-3-best-liquid-fertilizer-sunday-texas-green-liquid-lawn-fertilizer\" style=\"\">Best Liquid Fertilizer: Sunday Texas Green Liquid Lawn Fertilizer<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizer-texas\/#9-4-best-formula-with-iron-nitro-phos-superturf-fertilizer\" style=\"\">Best Formula With Iron: Nitro-Phos Superturf Fertilizer<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizer-texas\/#12-5-best-organic-fertilizer-maestro-gro-texas-tee-fertilizer\" style=\"\">Best Organic Fertilizer: Maestro-Gro Texas Tee Fertilizer<\/a><\/li><\/ol> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Contains iron<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>NPK ratio&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Expert Gardener Texas Turf Lawn Food<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">15-5-10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2717<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">32-0-10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sunday Texas Green Liquid Lawn Fertilize<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$$<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2717<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">22-0-2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nitro-Phos Superturf Fertilizer<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$$$<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">19-4-10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Maestro-Gro Texas Tee Fertilizer<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$$$<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2717<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6-2-4<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-1-best-overall-expert-gardener-texas-turf-lawn-food\"><span id=\"1-best-overall-expert-gardener-texas-turf-lawn-food\">1. Best Overall: Expert Gardener Texas Turf Lawn Food<\/span><\/h2>    <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\/2024\/11\/Expert-Gardener-Texas-Turf-Lawn-Food-Plus-2-Iron-Fertilizer-15-5-10-30-2-lb-Covers-5-000-Sq-ft_7d460b51-b787-43e8-abcc-b4e956ae3cec.d49ca6eab027a3bc8c148627fc086173-1.webp\" alt=\"Texas Turf Lawn Fertilizer from the brand Expert Gardener\" class=\"wp-image-34628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Expert-Gardener-Texas-Turf-Lawn-Food-Plus-2-Iron-Fertilizer-15-5-10-30-2-lb-Covers-5-000-Sq-ft_7d460b51-b787-43e8-abcc-b4e956ae3cec.d49ca6eab027a3bc8c148627fc086173-1.webp 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Expert-Gardener-Texas-Turf-Lawn-Food-Plus-2-Iron-Fertilizer-15-5-10-30-2-lb-Covers-5-000-Sq-ft_7d460b51-b787-43e8-abcc-b4e956ae3cec.d49ca6eab027a3bc8c148627fc086173-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Expert-Gardener-Texas-Turf-Lawn-Food-Plus-2-Iron-Fertilizer-15-5-10-30-2-lb-Covers-5-000-Sq-ft_7d460b51-b787-43e8-abcc-b4e956ae3cec.d49ca6eab027a3bc8c148627fc086173-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Expert-Gardener-Texas-Turf-Lawn-Food-Plus-2-Iron-Fertilizer-15-5-10-30-2-lb-Covers-5-000-Sq-ft_7d460b51-b787-43e8-abcc-b4e956ae3cec.d49ca6eab027a3bc8c148627fc086173-1-80x80.webp 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Expert Gardener\u2019s Texas Turf Lawn Food can be applied any time of the year and has one of the best prices on this list. Also enriched with 2% iron, this fertilizer promises a deep green lawn. With a 15-5-10 NPK ratio, our top pick is perfect for the <strong>first spring application or for strengthening the lawn going into fall<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>See our <a href=\"#buyers-guide\">buyer\u2019s guide<\/a> below for details on the best NPK ratios for spring and fall.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-specifications\"><span id=\"specifications\">Specifications<\/span><\/h3>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Price range:<\/strong> <strong>$18.25 to $24.97<\/strong> for a 30.2-pound package<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type: <\/strong>Granular<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K:<\/strong> 15-5-10<\/li>    <li><strong>Available sizes:<\/strong> 30.2 pounds (covers 5,000 square feet)<\/li>    <li><strong>Type of grass:<\/strong> All Texas grass types&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period: <\/strong>3 months<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-pros-and-cons\"><span id=\"pros-and-cons\">Pros and cons<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 NPK ratio recommended by Texas A&amp;M (3-1-2)<\/td><td>\u2717 Needs a rotary or drop spreader for the correct application<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Among the lowest prices on this list<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Has 2% iron that promotes deep greening<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Brand offers a money-back guarantee<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to buy:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-433bd833-b1ba-47f3-99b1-c1b5160374ba\"><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%2FExpert-Gardener-Texas-Turf-Lawn-Food-Plus-2-Iron-Fertilizer-15-5-10-30-2-lb-Covers-5-000-Sq-ft%2F660908503&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; 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-24231ec9-ea39-4557-9722-35fea33ec433\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.backyardesigns.com\/mn\/expert-gardener-texas-turf-lawn-food-plus-2-iron-fertilizer-15510-302-lb-covers-5000-sq-ft-259533.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #ff6900; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; 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\">Backyardes<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-2-best-granular-phosphorus-free-fertilizer-scotts-turf-builder-southern-lawn-food\"><span id=\"2-best-granular-phosphorus-free-fertilizer-scotts-turf-builder-southern-lawn-food\">2. Best Granular Phosphorus-Free Fertilizer: Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food<\/span><\/h2>   <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"> <p>    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Fertilizer for Southern Grass, 5,000 sq. ft., 14.06 lbs.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000FBMI36\/?tag=lawnlove-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51mxE3+ouPL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Fertilizer for Southern Grass, 5,000 sq. ft., 14.06 lbs.\" title=\"Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Fertilizer for Southern Grass, 5,000 sq. ft., 14.06 lbs.\"><\/a><\/p> <\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our second-best lawn fertilizer for Texas is Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food. Also appearing in our list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-lawn-fertilizers-bermudagrass\/#Scotts\">best fertilizers for Bermudagrass<\/a>, this granular fertilizer covers an impressive area of 5,000 square feet with only 14 pounds of product.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With an NPK ratio of 32-0-10, this product can be used anytime during the growing season since it is a phosphorus-free fertilizer. This lawn food can be used in all Southern grass types and promises protection against heat and drought.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-specifications-\"><span id=\"specifications-2\">Specifications&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Price range:<\/strong> <strong>$24.97 to $25.98<\/strong> for the 14-pound bag<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type: <\/strong>Granular<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K:<\/strong> 32-0-10<\/li>    <li><strong>Available sizes:<\/strong>&nbsp; <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>14 pounds (covers 5,000 square feet)<\/li>    <li>28.12 pounds (covers 10,000 square feet)<\/li>    <li>42.18 pounds (covers 15,000 square feet)<\/li> <\/ul> <\/li>    <li><strong>Type of grass:<\/strong> All grass types<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period: <\/strong>6-8 weeks<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-pros-and-cons\"><span id=\"pros-and-cons-2\">Pros and cons<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Protects against heat and drought<\/td><td>\u2717 Needs a rotary or drop spreader for the correct application<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 The lawn is safe to re-enter immediately after application<\/td><td>\u2717 Contains only nitrogen and potassium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Can be applied to all grass types<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Can be applied throughout the growing season<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to buy:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>14 pounds<\/strong><\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-88fa20b3-f773-4448-9fdf-b181649d1634\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Scotts-23405B-Builder-Southern-Available\/dp\/B000FBMI36?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9I3iHzcL7UPUOpv1OO-Sn8xBVPr4bKDrkH8GpbRC-TLWeW5lbEpu8VNZoplrEuhAsPQr_wNgGwIBQyH-fRBn2y84FU6caQzNHl4JgD5clFRWIYIr8WF3_1TViimA9MOXG9pKQEH6qQDfpRWMnDIm1xA0Tf2hCYnOPaydUhfYJKFTWZu0lP_ziVmARWT36meZ-YW50ph8ujBFdT0PeycSUsKuaTPCVJ-kJycKubXj8n4yliVJTCHMjAKaq78eSecpb4dwv8NUTCeRYXZ5EyJhPg-Rh2P43s-nzN9I1T-HOHI.0K8Hm1_LGuyImsFxWjdG_CQQcolJVOYq0vu43FpAsvU&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Scotts%2BTurf%2BBuilder%2BSouthern&amp;qid=1728674950&amp;sr=8-5&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=979c34b333fd4b06696eedfba077fdeb&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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--ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; 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>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-3-best-liquid-fertilizer-sunday-texas-green-liquid-lawn-fertilizer\"><span id=\"3-best-liquid-fertilizer-sunday-texas-green-liquid-lawn-fertilizer\">3. Best Liquid Fertilizer: Sunday Texas Green Liquid Lawn Fertilizer<\/span><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Sunday-Texas-Green-5-000-Sq-Ft-Liquid-Lawn-Fertilizer-42-3-oz-22-0-2_31c101fd-d326-45f5-a706-652494634808.d7fd760058838557641687ef4d2622a9-1.webp\" alt=\"Sunday Texas Green Liquid Lawn Fertilizer\" class=\"wp-image-34629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Sunday-Texas-Green-5-000-Sq-Ft-Liquid-Lawn-Fertilizer-42-3-oz-22-0-2_31c101fd-d326-45f5-a706-652494634808.d7fd760058838557641687ef4d2622a9-1.webp 500w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Sunday-Texas-Green-5-000-Sq-Ft-Liquid-Lawn-Fertilizer-42-3-oz-22-0-2_31c101fd-d326-45f5-a706-652494634808.d7fd760058838557641687ef4d2622a9-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Sunday-Texas-Green-5-000-Sq-Ft-Liquid-Lawn-Fertilizer-42-3-oz-22-0-2_31c101fd-d326-45f5-a706-652494634808.d7fd760058838557641687ef4d2622a9-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Sunday-Texas-Green-5-000-Sq-Ft-Liquid-Lawn-Fertilizer-42-3-oz-22-0-2_31c101fd-d326-45f5-a706-652494634808.d7fd760058838557641687ef4d2622a9-1-80x80.webp 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for a<strong> liquid<\/strong>, easy-to-apply fertilizer, our third pick is for you: Sunday\u2019s Texas Green Liquid Lawn Fertilizer comes with a universal hose-end sprayer, making application a breeze. With a specialized formula for Texas lawns, our third pick is a practical option for all turf types in the state.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-specifications-\"><span id=\"specifications-3\">Specifications&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Price range: $33<\/strong> for the 42.3-ounce bag<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type: <\/strong>Liquid<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K:<\/strong> 22-0-2<\/li>    <li><strong>Available sizes:<\/strong> 42.3 liquid ounces (covers 5,000 square feet)<\/li>    <li><strong>Type of grass:<\/strong> All grass types in Texas<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period: <\/strong>4 to 6 weeks<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-pros-and-cons\"><span id=\"pros-and-cons-3\">Pros and cons<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Can be applied to all Texas lawns<\/td><td>\u2717 Short effective period<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Comes with a universal hose-end sprayer<\/td><td>\u2717 Contains only nitrogen and potassium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Reduced plastic packaging<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Can be applied throughout the growing season and is recommended for summer application<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to buy:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-55100863-2ab3-4fc1-a1f1-5f638227aaac\"><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%2FSunday-Texas-Green-5-000-Sq-Ft-Liquid-Lawn-Fertilizer-42-3-oz-22-0-2%2F902682595&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; 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>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-4-best-formula-with-iron-nitro-phos-superturf-fertilizer\"><span id=\"4-best-formula-with-iron-nitro-phos-superturf-fertilizer\">4. Best Formula With Iron: Nitro-Phos Superturf Fertilizer<\/span><\/h2>   <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"> <p>    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"NITRO-PHOS Nitrophos Super Turf Fertilizer 40# Bag\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B073V87VYM\/?tag=lawnlove-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/413s1G79FqL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"NITRO-PHOS Nitrophos Super Turf Fertilizer 40# Bag\" title=\"NITRO-PHOS Nitrophos Super Turf Fertilizer 40# Bag\"><\/a><\/p> <\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for a higher-end fertilizer, Nitro-Phos is our pick for you. A more expensive option, Nitro-Phos is formulated especially for Texas lawns (with the company itself being located in Houston) and has 4% iron for extra greening.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This fertilizer can be applied anytime from April to September since it is high in nitrogen and potassium and low in phosphorus, but it is especially <strong>recommended for early spring and early summer<\/strong>.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-specifications-\"><span id=\"specifications-4\">Specifications&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Price range:<\/strong> <strong>$44.99 to $128.03 <\/strong>for the 40-pound bag<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type: <\/strong>Granular<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K:<\/strong> 19-4-10<\/li>    <li><strong>Available sizes:<\/strong> 40 pounds (covers 7,600 square feet)<\/li>    <li><strong>Type of grass:<\/strong> All grass types<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period: <\/strong>3 months<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-pros-and-cons\"><span id=\"pros-and-cons-4\">Pros and cons<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Covers 7,600 square feet<\/td><td>\u2717 A more expensive option<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Contains 4% iron for extra greening<\/td><td>\u2717 Needs a rotary or drop spreader for the correct application<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Formula developed specially for Houston and other Texas lawns<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to buy:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-df146985-94a5-433f-8303-e765430ec5ca\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/NITRO-PHOS-Nitrophos-Super-Turf-Fertilizer\/dp\/B073V87VYM?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=9e1cb588e73d46dc3a500a796bf31f26&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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--ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; 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\">The Growers Outlet<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>Your <strong>local retailers or garden supply stores<\/strong> might be your best bet for <strong>lower prices<\/strong>.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-5-best-organic-fertilizer-maestro-gro-texas-tee-fertilizer\"><span id=\"5-best-organic-fertilizer-maestro-gro-texas-tee-fertilizer\">5. Best Organic Fertilizer: Maestro-Gro Texas Tee Fertilizer<\/span><\/h2>   <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"> <p>    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Maestro-Gro Texas Tee Fertilizer 6-2-4 40 lb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B002Y26948\/?tag=lawnlove-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41pEojYnwWL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Maestro-Gro Texas Tee Fertilizer 6-2-4 40 lb\" title=\"Maestro-Gro Texas Tee Fertilizer 6-2-4 40 lb\"><\/a><\/p> <\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for an organic option? Maestro-Gro\u2019s Texas Tee Fertilizer might be the best product for you. This organic formula is composed mainly of organic poultry compost, which <strong>doesn\u2019t burn your grass<\/strong>, and is enriched with over 1,000 species of beneficial bacteria.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another key advantage of this organic fertilizer is that, besides being applicable to all grasses, it <strong>can also be used on trees and potted plants<\/strong>. This means you can use the same product across your landscape without extra expense or hassle.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-specifications-\"><span id=\"specifications-5\">Specifications&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Price range: $45.90 to $61.52<\/strong> for the 40-pound bag<\/li>    <li><strong>Fertilizer type: <\/strong>Granular<\/li>    <li><strong>N-P-K:<\/strong> 6-2-4<\/li>    <li><strong>Available size:<\/strong> 40 pounds (covers 4,000 square feet)<\/li>    <li><strong>Type of grass:<\/strong> All grasses<\/li>    <li><strong>Effective period: <\/strong>2 to 3 months<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-pros-and-cons\"><span id=\"pros-and-cons-5\">Pros and cons<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Organic, natural formula<\/td><td>\u2717 Needs a rotary or drop spreader for the correct application<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Contains beneficial microbes<\/td><td>\u2717 Lower NPK amounts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Developed in Texas<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2713 Can be used on all grasses, trees, plants, and shrubs<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to buy:<\/strong><\/p>   <div style=\"gap: 20px\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-4fc17be6-e797-45a0-9295-2666f906ea2f\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Maestro-Gro-Texas-Tee-Fertilizer-6-2-4\/dp\/B002Y26948?crid=27ABUZEP6E8X1&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.f07qZzphARHOs2UpLKDfLqe1m3I-HzxCuRwD3umwh6M_7VERQOS8CA3kjx7sbXVjH4HkMLmAYeAMOe1d6AsHpaz0vekOr3aC273M7zqx4ETI9l7iPHFdkq988yXWjqp9Vl3LkTNLc7ASEZDWe1MTJDi7L2L1lX_L0vRaGVoyJq4bgMoSj7VQtUop7FG1PJipAQuk8_ijacPW_N1H9Hpa2VZ5pcbLCzugbw4wC0EwFeG9-zknxrrPk6IUnd9i4NQTZ6L6qiERu3ySx3zqaSN8GYs9TJR1rOJTFm1Pfg6RNdo.a3nlUEIkUxJBIb-kJV-yMA6CKW83QGe4yDL3BCiiAbo&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=texas+tee+lawn+food&amp;qid=1728675341&amp;sprefix=tex%2Caps%2C5092&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=c6d80af04405d8fd3b7694f25113cd39&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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--ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; 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-70dbf653-5fd5-4b8d-91f2-959b5e096fa5\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\"> \t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/maestro-gro.com\/texastee6-2-4.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main\" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #ff6900; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; 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\">Maestro-Gro<\/span> \t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<\/a> \t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>You might also find this product at your local lawn and garden supply store.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-0aae2056-aa4f-4d65-8391-8b42f8f7fde1\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div id=\"buyers-guide\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-0aae2056-aa4f-4d65-8391-8b42f8f7fde1\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-0aae2056-aa4f-4d65-8391-8b42f8f7fde1\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Buyer\u2019s guide<\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-0aae2056-aa4f-4d65-8391-8b42f8f7fde1\">  <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right fertilizer for your needs might be overwhelming. To help you make an informed decision, here are some things you might want to consider when choosing your fertilizer.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-consider-your-soil-needs\"><span id=\"consider-your-soil-needs\">Consider your soil needs<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first thing to consider is what your soil needs, so conduct a soil test <em>before<\/em> buying your fertilizer. Also, the test results usually include a recommendation of how many pounds of each nutrient to apply per 1,000 square feet.\u00a0<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the results indicate that your soil already has enough phosphorus and potassium, for example, the best fertilizer for you contains only nitrogen. That way, you can nourish your soil while preventing nutrient imbalances.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Conducting a soil test is easier than it seems. Visit our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-soil-test-your-lawn\/\">how to soil test your lawn<\/a> for more information.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-know-your-npk-ratio\"><span id=\"know-your-npk-ratio\">Know your NPK ratio<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One key piece of information when choosing your fertilizer is the fertilizer analysis or NPK ratio. The NPK quantities are the three numbers you see on your fertilizer package (for example: 6-2-4 or 32-0-10). These three numbers reflect the percentage of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) in the fertilizer.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fertilizers in this list offer balanced ratios of N, P, and K for your lawn, following the recommendation from Texas A&amp;M University.\u00a0<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-consider-the-type-of-fertilizer\"><span id=\"consider-the-type-of-fertilizer\">Consider the type of fertilizer<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another important factor to consider is the type of fertilizer you need. <strong>Slow-release fertilizers release their nutrients over an extended period<\/strong> (such as the ones we have listed in this article), while <strong>quick-release fertilizers work immediately<\/strong> but have no extended effect.\u00a0<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Visit our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/slow-release-vs-quick-release-fertilizer\/\">slow-release vs. quick-release fertilizers<\/a> to decide the best option for your grass.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-adapt-to-seasonal-needs\"><span id=\"adapt-to-seasonal-needs\">Adapt to seasonal needs<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fertilization requirements of your lawn might also differ seasonally. These are the recommendations from Texas A&amp;M University:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>In early spring, for example, if you haven\u2019t tested your lawn and your grass appears healthy, you can apply a fertilizer with a 3-1-2 or 2-1-1 ratio.<\/li>    <li>In the summer, prefer an organic, slow-release nitrogen fertilizer to prevent fertilizer burn.<\/li>    <li>In the fall, prefer fertilizers high in nitrogen and potassium and low in phosphorus. Opt for a 2-1-2, 3-1-2, or 4-1-2 ratio instead of a balanced fertilizer (like 12-12-12, for example).\u00a0<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-consider-your-grass-type\"><span id=\"consider-your-grass-type\">Consider your grass type<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Different grass types have different fertilization needs. For St. Augustine lawns, for example, two applications (one in the early spring and one in the fall) will usually suffice, while Bermudagrass lawns usually require additional nitrogen applications between spring and fall.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following table shows the annual nitrogen recommendations (in pounds per 1,000 square feet) for warm-season lawns in Texas:<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><strong>Low maintenance lawns\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Moderate maintenance lawns\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>High maintenance lawns<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bermudagrass (common)\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>2<\/td><td>2-3<\/td><td>4-5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bermudagrass (hybrid)\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>2<\/td><td>3-4<\/td><td>5-6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Buffalograss\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>0-1<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>Not recommended<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Centipedegrass\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>0-1<\/td><td>1-2<\/td><td>Not recommended<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>St. Augustinegrass (sun)\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>2<\/td><td>2-3<\/td><td>3-4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>St. Augustinegrass (shade)\u00a0<\/strong><\/td><td>1<\/td><td>1-2<\/td><td>Not recommended<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Zoysiagrass<\/strong><\/td><td>1-2<\/td><td>2-3<\/td><td>3-4<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>From AgriLife Extension\u2019s<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austintexas.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/files\/Watershed\/growgreen\/3_7_12_2011_lawn_fertilization_in_tx_E-437_handout_3_Chalmers.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lawn Fertilization for Texas Warm-Season Grasses<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Now that you know <em>how much<\/em> to fertilize, see our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-fertilize-lawn-texas\/\"><em>when<\/em> to fertilize your lawn in Texas<\/a> to learn the best times to do so for optimal health.<\/p>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-learn-more-about-texas-lawn-care\"><span id=\"learn-more-about-texas-lawn-care\">Learn more about Texas lawn care<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re interested in learning more about lawn care in the Lone Star State, we have other helpful guides for you:<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lawn care tips for Texas:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/types-of-grass-texas\/\">The Best Types of Grass for Texas Lawns<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-plant-grass-seed-texas\/\">The Best Time to Plant Grass Seed in Texas<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/texas-weeds\/\">The Most Common Weeds in Texas<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-aerate-lawn-texas\/\">When to Aerate Your Lawn in Texas<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-dethatch-lawn-texas\/\">When to Dethatch Your Lawn in Texas<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lawn care calendars for Texas:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bermudagrass-calendar-texas\/\">Bermudagrass Maintenance Calendar for Texas<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/st-augustinegrass-calendar-texas\/\">St. Augustinegrass Maintenance Calendar for Texas<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/zoysia-maintenance-calendar-texas\/\">Zoysiagrass Maintenance Calendar for Texas<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-call-a-pro-\"><span id=\"call-a-pro\">Call a pro&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fertilizing your lawn evenly and thoroughly might be a laborious task. So why do it alone when you can leave it for an experienced pro? <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/texas\">Contact a local lawn care pro<\/a> and get your lawn in shape.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-89a21687-e39b-4063-9f69-3975fc4d9fce\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-ade7944e-343e-4f6f-bb05-7d5cee394767\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-89a21687-e39b-4063-9f69-3975fc4d9fce\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-89a21687-e39b-4063-9f69-3975fc4d9fce\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Sources:<\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-89a21687-e39b-4063-9f69-3975fc4d9fce\">  <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aggie-hort.tamu.edu\/extension\/ornamentals\/lawnfert\/lawnfert.html#:~:text=A%202-1-2%2C,phosphorus%20materials%20in%20the%20fall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Texas A&amp;M: Lawn Fertilization in Texas<\/a><\/p>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <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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