Feed the growth, not the calendar
Orlando grass grows nearly year-round, but it grows fastest from spring through early fall. Fertilizer works best when timed to that growth curve. The simple version most Central Florida lawns thrive on: feed in spring, feed in early summer, feed in fall — and skip the dead of winter.
Spring feeding: March to April
The first feeding wakes the lawn up. Apply as daytime temperatures settle into the 70s and the grass starts growing steadily. A slow-release fertilizer feeds the spring growth spurt without pushing weak, fast growth that pests love.
Early summer feeding: June
The second feeding carries the lawn through the hottest months. Go lighter here — heavy summer nitrogen on St. Augustine invites fungus and chinch bugs. Slow-release is worth it in summer more than any other season.
Fall feeding: September to October
The fall feeding is the most important one. It builds root reserves that carry the lawn through winter and fuel the spring green-up. Lawns that get a solid fall feeding green up faster and fight weeds better the next year. We also watch local fertilizer rules — many Central Florida counties restrict nitrogen and phosphorus during the rainy summer months, and we time applications to stay compliant. Call (301) 679-9193 or send the form for a free quote — no pressure, no obligation.