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#303484 13-Feb-2023 14:17

So our new place we bought has quite a chunky lawn - I would measure it about 400m2.

It was overgrown with weeds, so about 2 weeks ago I treated it with weed and feed (from yates). So far it looks good as the weeds are turning yellow and dying.

I have looked at some fertilizers but its coming in quite expensive. So before I pull the trigger, is there anyone on here that can recommend a good fertilizer that works?

I believe I have a mix of grass - Fine Fescue.

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#3035993 13-Feb-2023 14:19

Fertilizer is getting more expensive globally, potentially a lot more expensive.

I use a variety of fertilizers and weed killers, I figure different ones have different benefits. With a large lawn you might look to bulk suppliers rather than M10 / Bunnings.

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#3035995 13-Feb-2023 14:23

I use MESA which I get from Prebble Seeds. It was aboiut 10% cheaper, but my pack is 22.6Kg the repackaged are 20kg, so even better value

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#3036021 13-Feb-2023 14:59

Weed and feed is generally considered a waste of money, but YMMV. Depending on what you're trying to get rid of and what type of grass you have you'd be a lot better using Turfix or Turfclean.

I've been happy with anything I've purchased from New Zealand Lawn Addicts.

As mentioned, you may be better going to a farm supply store, or seeing if you have an independent local store who know the local soil/weather conditions for the best results.