Ferti-Lome Chelated Liquid Iron and Other Micro Nutrients is an effective way to combat iron deficiency in lawns, which could possibly be the cause of the dry patches. This product is safe for all lawn types, and should be applied at the labeled rate of 1 pint per 500 sq. ft., diluting with an equal volume of water and apply with sufficient water to cover 500 sq. ft..
Ferti-Lome Chelated Liquid Iron and Other Micro Nutrients is not labeled for use as an injection product, only as a foliar spray for trees. We do not recommend direct injection into trees except by experienced professionals, and we are not aware of any product we currently sell that is labeled for this application.
The Fertilome Chelated Iron should not be substituted for fertilizer, but should be used in addition to your regular, monthly fertilizer program. It can be applied essentially on an as-needed basis, however most apply it every 2 weeks if needed for greening or to offset chlorosis caused by herbicide applications or environmental stress.
Ferti-Lome Chelated Liquid Iron and Other Micro Nutrients is applied at the following rates: Foliar spray: 1 tablespoon per gallon or a Soil application: 1-16 ounces per gallon depending on size of tree or shrub. Please follow the product label for complete instructions.
The label does not specify if Ferti-Lome Chelated Liquid Iron and Other Micro Nutrients is safe around bees and other beneficial insects. You can contact the manufacture for that product question. I have provided their number below.
VPG 855-270-4776
There is no waiting period for consuming fruits and vegetables when using Ferti-Lome Chelated Liquid Iron and Other Micro Nutrients. Just be sure to wash well after harvest.
Yes, Ferti-Lome Chelated Liquid Iron and Other Micro Nutrients can be used on a fescue lawn. You will use 1 pint (16 fl. oz.) of Ferti-Lome Chelated Liquid Iron and Other Micro Nutrients per 1,000 sq. ft. Apply in a sufficient volume of water to thoroughly wet the foliage and runoff in the root zone.
The amount of Ferti-Lome Chelated Liquid Iron and Other Micro Nutrients will be based on your soil needs. We recommend soil testing to confirm the needed amount for your soils needs.
Ferti-Lome Chelated Liquid Iron and Other Micro Nutrients is only labeled for on in ground actively growing trees/plants, not on cut Christmas trees, so we cannot recommend it for that use.
