The best kind of fertilizer for Winter will contain less Nitrogen. Nitrogen is critical to plant
growth and reproduction. It contributes to the buildup of amino acids, which then combine to
make proteins. These proteins are essential nutrients for the grass to grow and produce
luscious green blades. Therefore, high nitrogen fertilizers are important for the Spring, Summer
and Fall months*.
*Spring, Summer and Early Fall Months Goals
In Winter months, however, the Nitrogen element is not necessary, because we are not trying
to promote growth anymore, but instead, we are trying to strengthen the root system and
maximize its nutrient absorption and storage for those cold winter months. The element we
want to focus on applying to our lawns in Winter is an increase in Potassium. Potassium is the
nutrient that is most necessary to improve and protect the health of the grass roots against
environmental stresses. This will help your lawn resist harsh weather and drought within in the
root system from snow and ice cover for extended periods of time during the Winter season.
Our Storm – The Lawn Pro’s Winterizer Fertizilier during our Round 5 treatment provides just
the right balance of these nutrients to prepare our cool season grasses for our harsh Wisconsin winters.
