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Using Composted Chicken Litter on Fescue Lawns

Trial and Error for Best Results

Chicken litter averages 3‑3‑2 N‑P‑K. To supply a full pound of N per 1,000 sq ft you’d need ~33 lb of litter, applied three times between September and March. It releases slowly in cold weather but adds organic matter. Experiment with blends of litter and synthetic fertilizer to find what works for your lawn.

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