Not all granular fertilisers are the same. Some simply feed the grass, while the best ones actively improve your soil, support healthy growth, and set your lawn up for long-term success. Here’s what separates a good granular fertiliser from a truly great one—and why these details matter for your lawn.
Microbes: Building Soil Health
Great fertilisers often include beneficial microbes—living organisms that help break down organic material and unlock nutrients in the soil.
- Why it matters: Microbes boost nutrient uptake, support strong root systems, and help your lawn recover from stress and wear.
Balanced Nutrients: It’s Not Just About Nitrogen
A great fertiliser delivers a balanced blend of nutrients, not just a high dose of nitrogen.
- Why it matters: Balanced NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium) supports healthy leaves, strong roots, and overall lawn resilience. The best fertilisers also include trace elements like iron and magnesium.
Small Prill Size: For Even Coverage
Prill size refers to the size of each fertiliser granule.
- Why it matters: Smaller prills spread more evenly, meaning your lawn receives nutrients consistently—reducing the risk of stripes or patchy growth.
Nutrient Release Rate: Slow and Steady Wins
How quickly a fertiliser releases its nutrients is critical:
- Fast-Release Fertilisers: Dump nutrients into the soil quickly. This can cause rapid, lush leaf growth, leading to longer grass blades that are more prone to scalping (where the mower cuts too low, exposing the crown and causing stress).
- Slow-Release Fertilisers: Feed your lawn gradually over several weeks, supporting steady growth and minimising the risk of scalping or excessive mowing.
Why it matters: Too much nitrogen, too fast, means you’ll be mowing more often and risk damaging your lawn with each cut. A controlled, slow nutrient release is the hallmark of a great granular fertiliser.
Why All These Features Matter
A truly great granular fertiliser is more than just plant food. It builds healthier soil, encourages deep roots, and creates a thicker, more resilient lawn. By choosing products with beneficial microbes, organic acids, balanced nutrients, small prill size, and a slow, steady nutrient release, you’re setting your lawn up for real, long-term success.
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