How can I get my lawn to look greener faster?

Look for a fertilizer with "<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Quickly-Green/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1zia7?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">quickly green</a>" on the label. These fertilizers boost nitrogen, promoting green color, and will give your lawn a faster, temporary green-up.

Will this fertilizer control crabgrass?

If you are concerned about crabgrass, choose a fertilizer labeled "<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Controls-Crabgrass/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1zicv?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">controls crabgrass</a>". These fertilizers contain herbicides that target crabgrass specifically.

When is the best time to fertilize your lawn?

The best time to fertilize your lawn is before a light rain or watering. This allows the water to help dissolve the fertilizer and carry it down to the grass roots for optimal absorption.

When should I fertilize my lawn?

Fertilizing your lawn depends on your grass type and your climate. We carry fertilizers for use in <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Post-Emergent/Fall/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z0nb0pZ1z1cnso?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">fall</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Post-Emergent/All-Season/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z0nb0qZ1z1cnso?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">all-season</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Post-Emergent/Spring/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z0nb0oZ1z1cnso?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">spring</a>.

Is this fertilizer safe for my pets?

When used as directed, many fertilizers are safe for pets, but it is always best to read the label carefully. Look for fertilizers labeled "<a href=" https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Safe-For-Pets/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1y1la?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">safe for pets</a>" to be extra cautious.