That depends! In pastures that have no cool season grasses in them like ryegrass, fertilizing from Mid April to the first of May would be recommended. If the pasture has ryegrass, fertilizing for the Bermuda growth should take place May 1 to June 1. If fertilized earlier than this the ryegrass will use up that fertilizer before the Bermuda has a chance to begin growing rapidly. If fall forage is needed, fertilizing Bermuda in late august can provide high quality grazing well into December.

Remember, in the Spring, high ambient air temperatures promote crown and leaf development at the expense of the root system in Bermuda grass. When soil temperatures rise above 65°F (18 C) root growth starts. The plant is able to pick up appropriate nutrients and access deeper soil-water resources. When soil temperatures are above 65°F , more aggressive plant growth can be met with more aggressive cultural practices.

Mid February through Mid April is the best time. Later than this, we run into problems with excessive annual grass competition and moisture loss during the time the Bermuda grass is trying to spread.

However, fertilize in early fall for best results. The addition of electrolytes to the plant system will help the plant resist cold damage and tip burn. Moreover, they will have a faster recovery than those without fall fertilization. By resisting damage and quickly recovering, they will be well prepared for the severe heat of the upcoming year. Repeat application in summer for best performance.

The best time to fertilize perennials is in the spring after danger of frost has passed. It is not recommended to fertilize in the fall, as plants produce soft growth that can cause winter kill of perennials. (back)

There are many management scenarios that would work but one of the simplest would be to graze the native from April until June 30, then let it rest until after frost. This will lead to a healthy native grass stand. The Bermuda portion would be fertilized May 1 and August 30. It would then be grazed from July through November. Cattle would then wintered on the dormant native grass with the addition of a grain based supplement. Any left over Bermuda grass would be grazed as needed.

Late August is the best time to fertilize toxic fescue so that it can be stockpiled for grazing in Jan. and Feb. We do not however want to fertilize it for spring growth in February because of the problems with the build up of toxic portions of the plant in the spring. Fungus free and friendly endophyte fescue can be fertilized in the fall and mid winter if maximum production is expected.

Generally, applying a balanced fertilizer in spring is best. Fall fertilizing, especially for late transplants, can be beneficial as long as the nitrogen content is very low.

Fertilization can be an important aspect of tree care. Trees require certain nutrients (essential elements) to function and grow, some of which are often lacking in urban soils. While fertilizer can often enhance growth, if it is misused or miss-applied it may end up causing more harm than good. Trees with satisfactory growth may not need to be fertilized. When considering fertilizer, it is important to know which nutrients are lacking in the soil and how and when it should be applied.

Early spring applications of nitrogen cause a surge of top growth. I'll grant you, that makes the lawn look nice in the spring, but it depletes the plant's energy reserves. Consequently, when summer stress periods occur, plants are weaker and less able to survive. It is recommended to apply fertilizer in late October or early November, when top growth is minimal but soil temperatures are still warm enough for nitrogen absorption.

Fall is the best time to sow because there is a more developed root system by the time summer drought stress occurs. Spring is the second best time because the temperature and moisture is good for germination.

Grass seed can be planted in either spring or fall. However, fall is the best time because the ground is warm and there is less weed competition. By far the best time is late August to mid-September. This allows time for the seed to germinate and grow, for the grass to be cut once, and for an application of fertilizer to be applied before the first hard frost.

In our cool coastal area, we usually prune the roses in January (and on into February if you have a lot of them or the weather slows down the pruning). At this time the soil is generally too cold for fertilizer to feed the roses. In fact, if fertilizer is applied at this time the winter rains will cause it to leach down to below where the plant roots can access it. Figure on fertilizing around the first of March. Of course if the weather is still really cold you might need to delay it.

Bermuda is in Atlantic Standard time, which is 1 hour ahead of Eastern Standard time (New York, Boston, Toronto).

Nevada is classified as a Transition Zone because of its mild seasonal climate. Cool season grasses grow faster in the spring and fall and slow down in the summer/winter. Most people prefer the look of a green yard all year round without having to overseed. Fescue will stay green during the winter if properly fertilized before late fall. Bermuda goes dormant in the winter and requires an overseeding of rye grass to keep the yard green.

That depends on the type of grass and fertilizer you want to use. Typically, early spring, mid-summer, and fall are the best times to fertilize, with a winterizing fertilizer at the end of the season. However, the best time and type of fertilizer to use varies from yard to yard. We mail out our bills once a month on the 8th of the month. Payments are always due by the 25th of the month.

Under high fertility, some of the newer varieties of Bermuda have the potential to produce above 6 tons of forage when high rates of nitrogen are applied on deep, moderately drained soils. With no fertility, on average, we expect 1 ton of production/year on Bermuda grass pastures. With the rainfall we receive in S.E. Oklahoma, 3 to 4 tons/ac is easy to accomplish under the proper soil fertility practices.

Unfertilized old growth Bermuda, will have protein contents in the 3 to 5 % range. Fall fertilized Bermuda has been known to hold protein contents of 10 to 12% all the way up into January. Probably not, sprigging a Bermuda grass pasture can cost upwards of $100 per acre, and the loss of a years worth of production. If the pasture has Bermuda grass plants scattered throughout the field, it would be more cost effective to properly fertilize it.

The best way would be to plant it with a specialized seeder that can handle small seed. One brand is a Brillion seeder that drops the seed and a set of packer wheels push it into contact with the soil. If a seeder is un-available, scattering the seed with a three point whirly bird seeder can be effective. Start with the gate on the seeder closed as tightly as it will go and still allow seed to come out. Test it on a few acres and adjust it open if enough seed is not being applied.