How often should you put lime down on your lawn?

If you need more than 50 lbs of lime to fully treat the soil, then apply the lime in two applications. The first occurs in early spring, and the second in the next fall or winter. After lime treatment is complete, repeat every few years if pH soil indicates you need it.

Can you put too much lime on your grass?

The answer is yes. Too much lime can impact the grass’s access to vital nutrients. Lime applications increase the soil pH level and promote healthy growing conditions for grass.

How long before lime works on grass?

There is no “fast-acting” lime for grass and it will take at least several months for lime to mix well into your soil and create the beneficial balance of nutrients. It may take a growing season or two, or even three, to see significant improvement.

How much lime should I put on my lawn?

On average, your lawn needs about 40 pounds of lime per 1,000 square feet. Your pH level goals should be between 6.5 and 7.0. The grass in your lawn thrives in these levels. Wait for a year after applying the lime and retest the soil.

When do you apply lime?

Lime can be applied to a lawn any time of year that soil isn’t frozen, but it is typically done during spring or fall. It’s best to apply lime after aerating the lawn. This aids absorption and allows some of the lime to reach deeper into the soil.

How often should I apply limestone to my lawn?

Lawns with a soil pH of 5.0 to 5.5 need lime applications twice a year in the spring and fall with 50 pounds of limestone per 1,000 square feet. Apply the correct amount of pelletized limestone based on your soil pH. Choose a time to apply the limestone when the soil is moist, according to West Virginia University.

Why do you need to test your lawn for lime?

Soil testing provides an accurate measure of your soil’s current pH level and other factors, such as soil type, that affect the amount of lime or other soil amendments it may need. Without soil samples, you can’t accurately judge your lawn’s needs.

When to apply pelletized lime to lawns?

A good time to apply lime to your lawn is in the Fall and early Spring. We find that pelletized lime is easier to manage, breaks down quickly and more evenly and is the best value. As a rule of thumb, never apply more than 50 lbs of lime per 1000 square feet of lawn at one time.

When is the best time to apply lime?

For an established yard, lime may be used at any time, but is best applied, in order, during fall, winter and spring. Using a spreader to apply lime ensures more even application and better distribution.

When to use lime as a soil amendment for your lawn?

How do you add lime to your lawn?

Apply the lime to your lawn using a drop spreader, and make sure you follow all guidelines to ensure the lime covers every area of soil it needs to. Spread the lime in horizontal rows until the entire area is covered. Make sure it is evenly distributed for best results.