Using Lawn Fertilizer (15‑0‑15) in a Vegetable Garden

Q: Soil test recommended 15‑0‑15 fertilizer for my veggie garden, but I only find it labeled for lawns. Is it safe?
A: Your soil is likely high in phosphorus, so a zero‑phosphorus product makes sense. Look for fertilizers with similar ratios (e.g., 12‑4‑8 or 16‑4‑8) at your nursery—these are safe for vegetables even if marketed for lawns. Crucial: Ensure the product contains no weed killer. Follow the application rate on the bag, not the soil‑test rate for 15‑0‑15.