SOIL TEST INFORMATION SHEET NO. P-220

Prepared by Extension Agronomist Edward Twidwell  

Fescue  and Fescue-Clover

1.	Apply lime when the soil pH is 5.5 or lower.  Use dolomitic limestone when the soil test magnesium levels are medium or lower.  Do not overlime.  Overliming can cause micronutrient deficiencies.

2.	On soils with pH values above 6.5 with a medium or lower level of magnesium, apply 20-30 pounds of magnesium per acre as sulfate of potash-magnesia (Sul-Po-Mag or Mag).

3.	Apply all of the recommended rates of phosphorus and potassium and half the nitrogen (60-80 pounds per acre) in the fall.

4.	Apply the remaining half of the nitrogen (60-80 pounds per acre) I February or early March.

5.	Contact your county agent for additional information and help in your fertilization program.  The agent also receives a copy of this report for the parish office files.