3197 S. Chicago St., Joliet, IL 60436 | (815) 722-2280 |

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 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
  • IDOT Class 1 Seed – 50% Kentucky 30% perennial rye and 20% creeping red fescue. Very adaptable to all soil types. Perfect for construction repair, right of ways, and any disturbed turf areas.
    Available in 50 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

  • Lawn Starter Fertilizer 19-19-19
    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 with professional results. This is the same analysis we use on our own jobsites. The highest quality with no fillers specially blended for our turf types and climate.

  • Step 1 – April 1 – May 10
    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 – 12,500-15,000 s.f.
  • Step 2 – May 1 – June 10
    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 – 12,500 – 15,000 s.f.
  • Step 3 – July 4 – August 15
    Apply 18-00-3 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 $28.00 per bag – 12,500 – 15,000 s.f.
  • Step 4 – August 25 – November 15
    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 – 12,500 – 15,000 s.f.
    6 weeks between applications recommended.

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.

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3197 S. Chicago St., Joliet, IL 60436

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Saturday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (bulk loading ends at 3:30 pm)

Closed Sundays (except for Mother’s Day, May 10, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm)
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(815) 722-2280