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Fertilizer Ban Starts June 1 – No Nitrogen or Phosphorus Applications


May 27, 2015

Monday, June 1 is the beginning of the summertime fertilizer blackout. During this time you cannot apply any fertilizers containing nitrogen or phosphorus to your lawn or landscape until October. The County’s strict fertilizer ordinance ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn
Tags: Blackout, Fertilizer, Grass Clippings, Lawn, Manatee County, Matkinson, Turf, Water Quality