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Why Our Fertilizer is Better

A complete, balanced turfgrass fertilization program has two parts: a quick-release nitrogen (such as urea) that is used for fast green-up and immediate feeding, and a slow-release formula that provides longer-lasting nourishment. Coating the urea with sulfur, an essential turf nutrient in its own right, makes slow/controlled release possible. Typically, sulfur-coated urea lasts for eight to 12 weeks, depending on environmental conditions. A sustained, slow release of sulfur and nitrogen helps the uptake of other nutrients essential for turf growth, color, and disease resistance. The slow / controlled release process also reduces the number of applications and greatly reduced turf burn potential caused by overapplication or overlapped coverage.

What is SCU?

SCU, or Sulfur Coated Urea, is a controlled-release nitrogen fertilizer with a guaranteed analysis of 37% nitrogen 17% sulfur. To boost nitrogen content, some producers of sulfur-coated urea actually reduce coating thickness. The higher the nitrogen content, the thinner the coating. Sulfur-coated urea takes some pretty rough handling in loading, shipping, blending and bagging before it hits the ground and reaches the turf. The result? Coatings can break down or fracture and release all nitrogen at one time. Nu-Gro Technologies uses a proprietary wax / polymer coating on the SCU of John Deere Landscapes’ fertilizer. This process yields highly uniform urea granules and pays off in better sizing and finished blends.

In head-to-head test-plot comparisons, Nu-Gro / John Deere Landscapes’ SCU fertilizer outperforms other urea based products and other fast release nitrogen sources. Turf fertilized with Nu-Gro / John Deere Landscapes’ SCU turns a rich, healthy green soon after application and keeps its color. Better fertilization comes from less denitrification, volatilization and leaching. In overall product quality, turf color, density and product uniformity, nothing beats John Deere Landscapes’ fertilizer with NU-Gro SCU.