Lime Reminder
cloud dreamer
or two of pelleted lime and make your lawn happy.
:)
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Monk
> It's that time of year. If you haven't already this year,
> pick up a bag or two of pelleted lime and make your lawn happy.
>
> :)
>
will it hurt pets or perennials ? Thanks
cloud dreamer
Definitely won't hurt pets. Garden lime is essentially pulverized
limestone - all natural with nothing chemical added.
They shouldn't affect perennials. Lime reduces the acid in the soil so
unless you have an acid-loving perennial, the lime won't affect them and
should help. Lime also dissuades weeds.
You don't need a spreader either (as long as you get the pelleted lime
and not the powdered type). Just walk around and spread it chicken-feed
style (no chickens required). You can't over-lime (short of dumping the
entire bag in one spot). That way if you're unsure about a perennial,
you can just avoid dropping some lime in the area.
Don't fertilize and lime within three weeks of one another. You can lime
at any time of the year but fall is best. It takes about six months for
the lime to work its way into the soil, so by the spring, your
blossoming lawn will thank you.
:)
joanne
"cloud dreamer" <dont....@the.messenger> wrote in message
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I can understand not doing it in the sprimg because everything is starting
to grow.
cloud dreamer
IIRC, the lime can interact with certain types of fertilizer and rob the
nitrogen. It may not harm the grass, but risks robbing the benefits of
the fertilizer.
So, just to ensure you get the full effect of both, separating the
applications is a good idea.
:]
joanne
"cloud dreamer" <dont....@the.messenger> wrote in message
Thanks.