September is a good time to apply fertilizer, and additional applications can be made in November and February. September through mid-October is also a good time to establish a new fescue lawn or to reseed a sparse one. Before doing so, however, you will want to collect and submit soil samples to evaluate the pH and nutrient status of the area to be sown. The report shows nutrient content within the plant and gives recommendations for applying any additional fertilizer that may be necessary. During the summer, my tomatoes have a brown to blackish, leathery appearance on the end of the fruit.
Symptoms appear on the blossom end of the fruit and prevent normal development.
A layer of mulch around the plants will help conserve moisture where irrigation is not available. No, applying fertilizer now may contribute to disease problems such as brown patch. It is best to fertilize in February and September, and optionally in November. Apply no more than 1 pound of actual nitrogen per 1,000 square feet with each application. Submit soil samples every two to three years to evaluate specific fertility needs.