fertilizers and pesticides on lawn

[rebeccaj]

this is what was used:

Scotts Turf Builder Lawn Fertilizer with Weed Prevent 10-0-0

Scotts Turf Builder Lawn Fertilizer with Weed Prevent prevents the germination of dandelion and large crabgrass seeds by releasing proteins into the soil, starving the root of water.

* Ideal for use in municipalities with pesticide bans
* Contains 100% corn gluten
* Use where established perennial ryegrass and Kentucky Bluegrass are predominant
* 10-0-0 guaranteed analysis lawn fertilizer

i guess it's okay then?

 

[chookchick]

Well that's really interesting--Scotts is putting out a product with Corn Gluten Meal! That's what I use on my lawn, and it works great. I would wait until it has broken down, then it should be fine. Corn Gluten Meal is actually an ingredient in many animal feeds.

 

[flockof4]

This has been a good thread to follow. There are so many different things to consider with raising chickens. I'm learning a lot about gardening, chicken care, and overall sustainability through this forum. And now I know a little more about lawn fertilizers. Thanks

 

[Cluckhead]

I use the emulsified fish that comes in gallon jugs to fertilize my yard. You can apply it with a hose and spray nozzel.

 

[ChickaNew]

What about Ecosmart organic insecticide? It says it's safe to use around children and pets. Contains starch, sawdust, granite, wintergreen oil, clove oil and thyme oil. Smells good, too.

 

[Folly's place]

Some of the 'organic oils' are pretty toxic in larger doses, for some critters.. I would think that a tiny amount should be okay, but don't rally know. Research? MSDS information? Probably there's no data available. I'd love to know, thanks, Mary