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Seeds and Fertilizers

Seed

Seeding Rates

Newly seeded lawns  7-10 lbs/ per 1000 square feet

Overseeding and Patching of Established lawns – 5-7 lbs. / per 1000 square feet

  • All Purpose Grass Seed – specially blended for Allied Nursery and Garden center, this seed contains 50% bluegrass for a lush green lawn with rye and fescue for blend for a lawn that stays green during the hot summer months.
    Sun to Partial Shade
    Available in 3 lbs, 5 lbs, 25 lbs. and 50 lbs. bags
  • Shady Seed Mix – 40% bluegrass with rye and fescue. Very shade tolerant and adaptable to a range of soil conditions. Will transition from deep shade to partial sun.
    Available in a 5 lb. bag
  • Contractor’s Mix – 25% bluegrass remaining rye and fescue. Very adaptable to all soil types. Perfect for construction repair, right of ways, and any disturbed turf areas.
    Sun
    Available in a 50 lb. bag

Fertilizers

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  • Lawn Starter Fertilizer 06 – 24 – 24
    A boost for helping to establish newly seeded lawns. Apply initially after seeding.
    50 lbs bag
  • 14-14-14
    A general all-purpose fertilizer for established trees and shrubs.

Existing Lawn 4 Step Program

Our fertilizers are professional quality. This is the same analysis we use on our own jobsites. NO FILLERS and specially blended for our turf types and climate here in Northern Illinois.

  • 6 weeks between applications recommended. If you have any questions, please ask our on staff horticulturists to assist you!
  • Prices and formulations subject to change based on availability.
Step 1: April 1st – May 10th

Apply 19-0-2 w/ Prodiamine Crabgrass Preventer provides pre-emergent Crabgrass control as well as prohibiting some broadleaf weeds from germinating. Hint: apply before a soft rain.
50# bag – price $35.00 per bag. This will cover 12,500-15,000 s.f.

Step 2: May 1st – June 10th

Apply 22-0-5 Trimec Weed and Feed. A post-emergent weed control. That is effective on Broadleaf weeds such as dandelions and white clover. For best results apply when grass is wet or damp from dew, and when there is no rain forecasted for 48 hours following application.
50# bag – price $42.00 per bag. This will cover 12,500-15,000 s.f.

Step 3: July 4th – August 15th

Apply 18-00-2 with 60% organic fertilizer. A premium blend that contains controlled release nitrogen which extends the nutrient out an extra 2-4 weeks. Also has 2% iron for deep green turf color.
50# bag – price $28 per bag. This will cover 12,500-15,000 s.f.

Step 4: August 25th – November 15th

Apply 25-0-6 This analysis has a balanced mix of nitrogen and potash to promote winter root development.
50# bag – price $32.00 per bag. This will cover 12,500-15,000 s.f.

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Organic Fertilizers for Lawns

Milorganite – The all purpose, non-burning, slow-release nitrogen fertilizer feeds the plant and soil. Fertilize 4 times a year. 
Hint: if you are going to fertilize once a year, fall is the best time.
32 lbs. per 2,500 sq ft of lawn

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3197 S. Chicago St., Joliet, IL 60436

Opening Day: Monday March 17th

Hours:
Monday thru Friday 7:00am – 4:30pm
Saturdays 8:00am – 4:00pm
Closed on Sundays

(815) 722-2280