Fertilizer Use

Healthy lawns and healthy waterways go hand in hand. Using fertilizer responsibly helps reduce pollution, protect local canals and waterways, and preserve the natural beauty of our community. Before applying fertilizer, take a moment to review these Florida-friendly landscaping tips, including when to fertilize, how to check product labels, and the importance of keeping fertilizer away from water bodies. Small changes in lawn care practices can make a big difference for our environment.

HOW TO BE FLORIDA FRIENDLY WITH YOUR FERTILIZER

Watch our waterways!

No application of fertilizer within 10 feet of water bodies

Read the label

Fertilizer contains phosphorus and nitrogen, which can be harmful to the environment

Check the weather

Don't apply fertilizer during a:

- Flood watch

- Tropical storm watch/warning

- Hurricane watch/warning

- Heavy rain is expected (2+inches in 24 hours)

THANK YOU FOR HELPING 

PROTECT OUR WATER BODIES!

KNOW YOUR NUMBERS

16 - NITROGREN

8 - POTASSIUM

0 - PHOSPHORUS

Your fertilizer should have little to no phosphorus!

Pompano Beach Code of Ordinances §155.5205