How to Apply Lime to Your Lawn

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How to Apply Lime to Your Lawn

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The best time to apply lime to a lawn is in early spring. This allows the lime to be absorbed by the soil before heavy rainfall and the next growing season.

Step 1: Test the Soil

Sudden proliferation of clover, moss, or other common lawn weeds. Weeds are generally acid-loving plants. Dormant seeds will sprout when acidic  conditions develop.

Step 2: Compute the amount of lime

Calculate the amount of lime needed using the Clemson Lime Rate Calculator. Applying between 40 and 50 pounds of lime per 1,000 square feet of lawn is a good starting point.

Lime Rate Calculator

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Step 3: Aerate your lawn

Before applying lime to an established lawn, aerate it using a core aerator. The more thoroughly you aerate, the more efficiently the lime will function.

Step 4: Spread the lime

Broadcast the lime evenly over the entire area that requires treatment.

Step 5: Water the lawn

After spreading the lime, it is vital to water the lawn thoroughly to help the lawn lime percolate into the soil.

Step 6: Wait for the results

It may take several weeks for the lime to take effect and for the pH to rise. If you don’t see results, wait at least 6 weeks before retesting the soil pH.

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