PGF Complete vs Lesco Fertilizer: Comparing Two Professional Programs
Product specs below are estimates for planning purposes. Always verify against the current product label and your supplier's current listing before buying.
PGF Complete 16-4-8
The Andersons
Lesco 24-5-11
Lesco
| Active ingredient | Nitrogen 16% (slow-release, with humic acid), Phosphorus 4%, Potassium 8% | Nitrogen 24% (mixed release), Phosphorus 5%, Potassium 11% |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage rate | One 40 lb bag covers ~10,000 sq ft | One 50 lb bag covers ~12,500 to 15,000 sq ft |
| Best for | Balanced season-long feeding with soil-building micronutrients and humic acid | Fast, cost-effective greening at higher nitrogen for larger properties |
| Application method | Granular, apply with broadcast or rotary spreader | Granular, apply with broadcast or rotary spreader |
| Applicable zones | cool, warm, transition | cool, warm, transition |
| Where to find | SiteOne, DoMyOwn.com | SiteOne |
| Grass Type Compatibility | ✓ Safe for all grass types | ✓ Safe for all grass types |
Which Should You Choose?
Choose PGF Complete when you want a more balanced, soil-building program with humic acid and are willing to pay more per bag for it. Choose Lesco 24-5-11 when you want the lowest cost per 1,000 sq ft and faster, more aggressive greening from higher nitrogen. Lesco is the more common choice for larger properties on a budget; PGF Complete is favored by homeowners building long-term soil health.
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