After many attempts by several delegates to the Continental Congress, a draft by John Dickinson of Pennsylvania was the basis for the final document, which was adopted in 1777. 1  The Articles went into effect on March 1, 1781, after all 13 states had ratified them. The Articles of Confederation lasted until March 4, 1789, when they were replaced by the U.S. Constitution.
Fertilizer Frequency. According to the University of California, lawns should be fertilized about four times a year. The total amount of nitrogen lawns need to grow is typically divided into four applications of 1/2 to 1 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet of lawn per application.
Donât Over Fertilize. 1  Young citrus trees respond readily to fertilize in most soils, but care should be taken not to give them too much. 2  Young trees can be fertilized every 4-6 weeks between February and May, but at only Â½ the recommended rate. 3  Overfertilization can cause severe leafburn and rapid defoliation.