Fertilizers

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Combines nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. With some types, there is a danger of burning the lawn if applied too heavily or not watered...

Dissolves in water to become readily available to plants. Contains ammonium nitrate and ammonium sulfate. Causes fast growth for a few weeks,...

Spreads with a hose that attaches to a container holding the fertilizer. Other types may be used on plants and mixed in a watering...

One of three common types of fertilizer, the other two are inorganic and synthetic organic. Does not dissolve in water. Converted to usable...

In the form of semi-rigid pellets or capsules. This type does not ensure a steady release of nutrients unless slow-release sources are included...

Contains ureafoam and methylene urea. Provides a combination of slow and fast release of nitrogen, combining the best of the other two kinds of...

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