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Posted on April 1, 2006 by Franklin Neave | Posted under Landscaping Gardening
How To Avoid Fertilizer Burn
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Fertilizer burn is the result of the root becoming dehydrated due to injury or the plant crown becoming burned turning it all or partially brown. Sometimes the entire plant is killed. It's a sad state of affairs to find that you've done more damage than good even with the best of intentions. The damage to the tissue isn't caused by flame or fire but rather because of the water that is being drawn out of the tissue of the plant as a result of thirsty chemical materials which then leads to the plant becoming burned. Many manufacturers brag about their non burning quality products which is certainly worth noting when buying a product. However that said there's something else to consider. If the fertilizer can't burn then it may not be able to feed either because the property that makes the food available to the plants is also the one that causes the burning. Something to consider. Burns can occur several different ways and from different chemicals in the fertilizer. For example a burn caused by an ammonium sulfate overdose will instantly be noticeable. Yet an overdose of sewerage sludge may not appear for months so it is unlikely that it would be traced to the cause. Your grass is more susceptible to injury during the hotter summer months so extra caution is required. It is important to follow the directions and to understand what it is you need to do. Fertilizer is a useful tool but it can also be deadly to your lawn and garden if you don't know what you are doing. An important tip to keep front and center is that more is not always better. Excess nitrogen beyond what your lawn or plants can use will cause the plant to burn. It can become visible right away or weeks later. It isn't just chemical materials that can cause burns. There are some organic materials that can quickly cause burning working just like a chemical compound so don't let your guard down just because it says organic. If you have burnt your lawn you will want to attempt to repair. The easiest antedote is simply heavy watering which will eventually dilute the overdose. If an area has been burned beyond saving you will need to dig up the old sod and replace. But this is really a drastic measure so try your other options first. In fact any time you fertilize it is important to ensure that an adequate amount of water is provided either with a hand nozzle or by putting your sprinkler on. The sprinkler is an easy way to ensure that you leave it on long enough to properly soak. A fertilizer burn is not good for your lawn and it is really quite easy to avoid simply by being sure you don't overdose your lawn on fertilizer. Remember more doesn't mean better. About The Author: Franklin Neave work in fertilizer producing industry for last 10 years. He has recently developed interest in writing and have expressed his experience on his website at http://www.fertilizerworld.com about different types of fertilizer and their benefits. |
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