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Fescue Starter Fertilizer: 10-10-10 at Seeding, Then Regular Feeding

Without a soil test, apply 15 lbs of 10-10-10 per 1000 sq ft at seeding for phosphorus. Follow with any lawn fertilizer at label rates in November, February, and April.

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