The Andersons Professional PGF Complete 16-4-8 Fertilizer with 7% Humic DG 5,000 sq ft

This product is wow! I have a new lawn, as in it was installed in Nov 2018. The Houston Spring/Summer has been record dry and hot this year so my lawn needed help. I was watering my lawn, applying Humic DG (for the soil) and Scotts turf builder for new lawns and even 10-10-10 fertilizer. But it just wasn't looking as it should. It was filledin but not thick. And some spots looked stressed. Then I was told PGF Complete. So I bought a bag in July and put it down. After about a 3-4 days I saw a noticeable darker green shade of the lawn. And within 2 weeks there were thick patches all over. (The patches I assume were from uneven distribution of the PGF when we applied it). FFwd to 4-5 weeks later and my lawn is thicker and healthier looking overall. The one down side to this product is that you go from cutting your lawn every 2 weeks to at least once a week. We're garden people, so that's fine for us, but just be warned. This thing really works, so be prepared to cut your lawn more frequently. UPDATE It’s been about 2 years since my last review and I continue to use PGF Complete and other Andersons products (10-10-10, Humic DG, Duocide, Barricade) with complete success. I’ve uploaded pics of my lawn where you can clearly see the difference between what my lawn looks like vs my neighbours. These pics were taken after a full week of rain and it just looks lush. I have gotten lots of compliments and questions, and I refer everyone to the Andersons store on Amazon. Yes they’re a little pricey, but when you consider one of their products/treatments is probably equal to 2 or 3 treatments from other cheaper products, well it works to be very cost effective. 2023 Update SIX STARS! It’s been a couple years since the last update and I’ve spent the last 9+ months focussing on the backyard. Voilá! Not surprised by the results. This, along with other Andersons products (humic, preemergent, etc), has the yard looking top notch. The last photos/vid were from last weekend, very much ready for the Memorial Day festivities. Many think it’s fake until they walk on it. It took lots of pampering to get it to this point but using Andersons products made the task easier.

I read the reviews on this fertilizer and decided to give it a try myself and the results are outstanding. The phosphorus-free formula is ideal for my area, and the fine particle size ensures even, consistent coverage. The particles disperse quickly when watered, delivering nutrients directly into the soil without relying on fragile coatings that can break under mower blades. It combines all the essential nutrients in the ideal ratio that most experts recommend for regular lawn maintenance. It’s also high in iron and micronutrients, which gave my lawn a noticeable green-up in just over a week with regular watering. The slow-release nitrogen provides steady feeding for up to 8 weeks, so I’m not constantly reapplying. Plus, the inclusion of Humic DG—a carbon-based compound—helps enrich the soil and improves nutrient uptake. If you're looking for a professional-grade, easy-to-apply fertilizer that promotes healthy, lush turf with minimal effort, this is it. My lawn has never looked better! I have attached a before and after 1.5 months later. The grass is slowing filling in from when I had all those bare patches.

I first started off in my lawn journey a few years back. When I purchased my home, my lawn was 99% weeds and dirt patches. I threw some Home Depot fertilizer and wow green! Then I realized it was all weeds :(. so I bought generic weed spray killer and planted seeds (that grew 5% of what I put down). Some weeds died , some lived over the next couple of years and and then started to come back and kill grass. 3 years later (this year) I put down a pre-emergent for the first time super heavy in the winter. Come around may I got down to about 5% weeds if that. But, the grass was brown, dry, and struggling during the growing season. I was not going to settle for paying for lawn care company when I put my hard work and tons of sweat in the Atlanta heat into it. Bags and bags of seeds, tons of weed killer, milorganite, lime, even paid for a soil test(didn’t come back anything alarming). Something about doing it yourself vs. like trugreen feels so much better when you reach your goal. So I took to YouTube, found Doc’s videos, figured I’d give this product a try. I aerated my lawn (with the manual tool after about an hour of rain, took about an hour it was a workout!). And threw this down at the bag rate. Watered it for a week by hand , and got a week of rain. I could see the grass grow during this period like wildflower, and green up every day. It’s like it activated 3 years of seeds that natural fertilizer/ box store spray fertilizer couldn’t do. So happy 14 days later, I didn’t expect these results. Next I’ll try the humichar like doc said in about a week to improve the soil. I’m ready for my buddies to come over so I can show off my green and tell them the secret sauce. Will be using at LEAST 2-3 times through the warm months to continue to improve lawn. I still have a few patches where I can see grass currently spreading into and turning into a full lawn. My wife will be upset that I’m spending so much time outside taking in my new view! Good luck

7/13/19 - I ordered 3 bags of PGF complete and 2 bags arrived on 7/5/19. I applied them too my backyard and watered it in that evening. I was curious to see if there would be a difference between my back and front yard. I left for vacation and was unable to water it until I returned 7/12/19. When I was gone it was hot and dry all week and the area that did not receive the PGF barely grew and I had a difficult time seeing where I was mowing. The area that had the PGF grew a 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch longer than the area only a few feet away from where I ran out of fertilizer. Although it was barely noticeable, the back yard was slightly more green. I watered it when I arrived home on 7/12/19. The color really began to change over the course of the next day. There is now a definite line between my neighbors yard and mine. I wish I could say it was all due to the fertilizer but the color difference is mostly due to the fact that he does not water his lawn, but it is quite noticeable. I included an unedited cell phone photo of my lawn from the afternoon on 7/13. The 3rd bag of fertilizer arrived when I was gone and I applied it on 7/13. I have to agree with a previous reviewer that one bag only covered about 4,000 square feet using the recommended settings on the bag, but that is likely due to me overlapping a little too much with my scotts edge guard rotary spreader. I am pleased that my lawn did not get burned because it was 84-90 when I was gone and no rain according to the weather history in Columbus, Ohio. Obviously, the cost is a draw back since it is more than many other fertilizers, but certainly less than having a lawn service. I can justify the cost difference because I don't have to buy humic acid separately. I will update the post if I have any other useful information. 7/19/19 - I added another photo 2 days after receiving some rain showing the difference between my lawn and neighbors. You can see that the difference between our lawns is not as dramatic after getting some rain. I think he uses the Scotts program? The neighbor who lives in the house behind the truck in the first photo uses the Scotts program and his lawn always looks nice... he has an irrigation system.

Been buying this for 2 years now and Love it ....You get what you pay for .... and it's worth every penny

Work great it's been three weeks and grass is dark green. It's expensive but you get a good stuff that works.

Absolutely incredible product. We went from a “normal” lawn to “wow”. Literally we’ve caught passerby’s looking and “petting” it to see if it’s real. I can’t recommend it any higher! Thank you!

After applying The Andersons Professional PGF Complete 16-4-8 Fertilizer with 7% Humic DG on my 5,000 sq ft lawn, I've decided to share my experience, highlighting both the strengths and considerations of this product. This review aims to assist fellow gardeners and homeowners in making an informed decision. **Greening Effect:** The product delivers on its promise of a "green up." Within a short period after application, I noticed my lawn becoming more vibrant and lively, a testament to the effectiveness of the fertilizer's composition. The incorporation of Humic DG is a bonus, known for its soil health benefits, making the lawn not just greener but potentially healthier in the long run. **Value for Investment:** While the results in terms of lawn aesthetics are undeniable, I find myself contemplating the cost-benefit ratio of this product. The investment required for The Andersons Professional PGF Complete Fertilizer is not insignificant, especially when considering other products on the market that promise similar outcomes at a lower price point. The decision to opt for this fertilizer was driven by the anticipation of unparalleled results, given its professional-grade claim and the inclusion of Humic DG. **Comparison with Other Products:** In the vast garden care market, there are numerous fertilizers claiming to enhance the greenness and health of your lawn. After using The Andersons Professional PGF Complete, while satisfied with the greening effect, the differential in performance compared to less expensive alternatives is less pronounced than I had hoped. This leads me to question whether the premium paid is justified by the results. **Final Thoughts:** The Andersons Professional PGF Complete 16-4-8 Fertilizer certainly lives up to its promise of enhancing lawn greenness, and the inclusion of Humic DG is a notable benefit for soil health. However, when evaluating its value, the financial investment versus the actual improvement seen becomes a significant factor to consider. For those debating whether to purchase this product, it's crucial to weigh the visible benefits against the cost and to consider how much value you place on the additional soil health advantages provided by Humic DG. While I appreciate the quality and effects of this fertilizer, my quest for the perfect lawn care solution continues, with cost-effectiveness playing a central role in my future choices. **Recommendation:** I give this product a 3 out of 5 stars, recommended for those willing to invest in a premium product for the potential soil health benefits, but with a note of caution to weigh it against other options for sheer value for money.