Things You'll Need:
- Lawn
- Fertilizer
- Grass seed
- Fertilizer spreader
- Lawn tractor (optional)
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Step 1
Decide whether you want to buy a rotary, drop or handheld fertilizer spreader.
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Step 2
Buy a rotary (broadcast) fertilizer spreader if you need to cover a large section of lawn rapidly. This type of spreader dispenses fertilizer from the hopper to a spinning disc that releases the fertilizer onto your lawn. Rotary fertilizer spreaders are recommended for lawns that don't contain flowerbeds or gardens in their center.
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Step 3
Consider buying a drop fertilizer spreader if you have to cover straight lines with minimal waste. This type of spreader dispenses the fertilizer straight down in an area that is the same width as the spreader's hopper.
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Step 4
Select a handheld fertilizer spreader if the area you need to fertilize is small. Handheld fertilizer spreaders operate in a fashion similar to broadcast models.
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Step 5
Research the various models of fertilizer spreaders by searching the Internet. Compare prices and features to find the best deal before buying your fertilizer spreader.
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Step 6
Purchase your fertilizer spreader at a local home improvement or hardware store or online.
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Step 7
Ask about refund and replacement policies and warranties on your fertilizer spreader and its parts.
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Step 8
Read user reviews and consumer reports. Visit manufacturers' websites. They all are good sources of information and can provide valuable insight when buying a fertilizer spreader.
