Can you use old fertilizer?
When you come across an old bag of lawn fertilizer in your garden shed, you may wonder if it is still good to use. The answer is generally yes. These minerals don’t break down over time, so you can store lawn fertilizer from year to year without concern that it will lost its effectiveness.Click to…
When you come across an old bag of lawn fertilizer in your garden shed, you may wonder if it is still good to use. The answer is generally yes. These minerals don’t break down over time, so you can store lawn fertilizer from year to year without concern that it will lost its effectiveness.Click to see full answer. In this regard, do fertilizers have expiration dates?The general answer is no, fertilizer does not go bad if it is properly stored. Liquid fertilizers can have a shelf life between 8-10 years if stored properly (refer to expiration date on product label or contact the manufacturer for more details since all products vary).One may also ask, can you use old wet fertilizer? Fertilizer – Using Old Wet Stuff. Q: I found a plastic bucket in which some 10-10-10 fertilizer had spent the winter on my patio. When I opened it, I found that the granules were wet and partially dissolved, with a good bit of liquid in the bucket. A: Fertilizer does not go bad but don’t use it like compost tea. Also question is, how long can you keep fertilizer? The answer depends on the type of fertilizer in question. Dry fertilizers last indefinitely unless they contain an insecticide or herbicide, in which case they last a mere four years. Liquid fertilizers are viable for up to 10 years.What do you do with old fertilizers?Search for a local household hazardous waste facility that accepts fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides on 1-800-RECYCLING.com. If none exists in your area, contact local garden supply stores to see if they will accept your unused fertilizer for proper disposal.
