Wilcox, JackRosen, CarlHoidal, NatalieTrappe, Jonmarsden, Christy2023-12-142023-12-142023-03-14https://hdl.handle.net/11299/259132Runtime 27:18In this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, we’re talking about fertilizing lawns and gardens. Why is proper nutrient management for lawns and gardens important? What should home gardeners and lawn caretakers know about nutrient management? Why is phosphorus fertilizer use restricted in the Twin Cities metro area and on lawns in Minnesota? What can gardeners and lawn caretakers do to protect local water quality? Guests: Carl Rosen, Extension nutrient management specialist; Natalie Hoidal, Extension educator - local foods and vegetable crops; Jon Trappe, Extension educator - turfgrass; Christy Marsden, Master Gardener Volunteer Program. Additional Resources:Soil Testing Lab; Yard and Garden News; Yard and Garden YouTube channel; Fertilizing Lawns; Ask a Master Gardener. For the latest nutrient management information, subscribe to the Nutrient Management Podcast wherever you listen and never miss an episode! And don't forget to subscribe to the Minnesota Crop News daily or weekly email newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube channel, like UMN Extension Nutrient Management on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and visit our website. Support for the Nutrient Management Podcast is provided by Minnesota's fertilizer tonnage fee through the Agricultural Fertilizer Research & Education Council (AFREC). Learn more at MNsoilfertility.comenAudio