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NutraSoft OP^® Gypsum

Name: NutraSoft OP® Gypsum
Brand: The Andersons Home & Garden
SKU: 10001420
Price: 59.88 USD
Availability: InStock

Organic Soil Amendment

Covers up to: 4,000 sq. ft.

4,000 sq. ft.

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Overview

An organic, OMRI listed gypsum soil amendment for lawns and gardens
Features Andersons patented DG Technology, allowing granules to quickly disperse and dissolve into the soil after irrigation
Faster and more effective than traditional gypsum products
Loosens hard-packed clay soils for deeper root growth and better water penetration and retention
Repairs winter salt and pet damage
Gypsum is pH neutral and can help lower high alkaline soils
Can be used alongside any fertilizer program or used alone

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Why the Pros Love It

DG Technology

Made with the Andersons patented DG (dispersible granule) Technology, NutraSoft OP Gypsum is more effective and faster acting than traditional gypsum products. DG Technology allows each NutraSoft granule to quickly and completely disperse after coming into contact with water from rain or irrigation, allowing the product to reach its intended destination – the root zone.

How to Use NutraSoft

Applying NutraSoft

Hard-packed soils can prohibit healthy root systems and reduce the penetration and retention of water. Applying NutraSoft OP Gypsum with calcium and sulfur quickly and effectively loosens soil and can even help lower high alkaline levels, creating healthy soil turf and gardens can thrive in. NutraSoft OP Gypsum can be applied any time during the growing season and will not cause any burning.

NutraSoft for Lawns

New Lawns: Apply 40-100lbs. of NutraSoft per 1,000 square feet before seeding. Rake or till thoroughly into top 3” of the soil.
Corrective Action on Established Lawns: Apply 25-40 lbs. per 1,000 square feet in the spring and again in the fall. Use 80-130 lbs. per 1,000 square feet of this product on higher clay or heavily compacted soils.
Maintenance on Established Lawns: Repeat 1-2 times per year (spring/fall), at a rate of 6-12 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft.

NutraSoft for Gardens

Mix in 10-20 lbs. per 100 sq. ft.
Roses: Apply 1-2 cups around the base of the bush in both spring and fall
Trees, Shrubs, Flowers: Apply 2-4 cups around the base of smaller plants. Apply 4-6 cups around the base of larger plants.

NutraSoft for Salt Damage & Pet Spots

Apply 20-40 lbs. per 10 sq. ft. for salt damaged areas. Apply 1/2-3/4 cup per square foot for small spots.

Pro Tips for Best Results

Check The Forecast

Avoid applying before heavy rainfall so particles don't get washed away.

Mow First

Clear any lawn debris and make it easier for particles to reach the soil.

Clean Up

Sweep or blow product off the driveways/sidewalks back into the lawn.

Water Deep

Your lawn will need at least 0.2 inches of water.

Don't Bag It

Leave lawn clippings for at least one mowing to avoid particle pick-up.

Spreader Settings

We recommend using a broadcast spreader. These spreader settings are a guide. Many variables such as walking speed, terrain, particle size, density, and spreader condition can affect these settings. Be sure to calibrate your spreader before every application.

See All Settings

Frequently Asked Questions

We recommend doing pH corrections in the fall or spring.

Yes, this product can be applied in conjunction with other granular applications.

Since this product is 100% organic, is it safe for pets and kids to be on the lawn immediately after application.

If you plan on aerating, aerate first and then apply this product.

Yes, this product won't harm new grass, seed or sod.

Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 16 reviews.

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Reviews

Applied and waiting for results.

"Applied and waiting for results. However, should be fine. Anderson products are always reliable. Used product in the past with great satisfaction."

— Kevin S. (5/5)

Great company

"Andersons is a great company, very knowledgeable , nice and and helpful people"

— Scott H. (5/5)

NutraSoft OP® Gypsum

"Ordering was easy, price was good, free shipping was appreciated, instructions were a great help, and the product is on the lawn doing its job. I will check the soil in the spring to see if there is a change in compactness and hardness. Will definitely order from The Andersons again."

— Gary B. (5/5)

Exactly what the Doctor Ordered

"Nutra Soft OP® Gypsum is exactly what the Doctor ordered. I live in a new subdivision and the builder stripped most of the topsoil off, I have a heavy hard-packed clay soil, and this has been quite effective in loosening the clay. I mix it with my other Andersons fertilizer and its been a good commination. Of course, the free shipping and quick delivery is an added plus."

— Smittee (5/5)

Great product

"Really helps take care of dog‘s pee spots in lawn"

— Anonymous (5/5)

Tough soil

"After much research I’ve learned that my soil is clay soil which is compacted and apparently this soil makes it difficult to have a nice looking lawn. From what I’ve read Gypsum helps to break up and soften the soil. It’ll take some time to see results but considering I’ve been satisfied with all other Anderson products so I expect the same results with this."

— Jarvis N. (5/5)

Moss fighter

"I have a lot of trees and clay soil. The neutra soft handles both and helps with using 10-10-10 fertilizer. Gets my ph down. Would recommend for maintaining a healthy lawn!"

— Steve M. (5/5)

Soil amendment

"I have used lime for years but I thought I would try Anderson’s albeit much more expensive than others,,it’s worth every penny. It doesn’t burn the grass and dissolves easily into the soil. Great product!!!!"

— Paul A. (5/5)

Op Gypsum

"I have very compacted clay soil,OP soft gypsum is easy to spread, I’ll need to add a second application, water didn’t seem to puddle."

— Cynthia H. (5/5)

Helping to alleviate compact clay soil!

"Easy spreader application, nominal dust (still suggest wearing a mask), and is really helping amend the clay soil in my yard. I still have several heavily compacted areas of soil that I'll retreat in a few weeks. Highly recommend."

— R A. (5/5)

Q&A

Can I or should I use this with Humichar, or do they both do the same thing?: These products are different and you may use them together. For more information, check out the blog "Choosing the Best Soil Amendment" in the "Learn" section of our website.
Bag says 40lbs and covers 6,600 sq. ft....however on the back it says apply 25-40 lbs per 1k sq.ft. Additionally the spreader setting document has the lowest setting at 10lb per 1k sq. ft....it would be impossible for this 40lb bag to cover 6.6k sq. ft. if following the instructions. Please clarify.: Per directions on the product's label, maintenance applications should be repeated 1-2 times per year (spring/fall), at a rate of 6-12 lbs. of the product per 1,000 square feet to maintain proper soil conditions. 1 bag of NutraSoft covers up to 6,600 sqft. when applied at the lowest recommended application rate of 6 lbs./1,000 sqft. for maintenance.
I have app. 10,000 sq. ft. of lawn,for a light rate,looks like I'll need 3 bags for a Scott's spreader.Do you reccomend putting all 3 bags down in the fall or would it be better to do it every other month? Thank You: We recommend putting down all three bags down at once in the fall.
What is the SGN size of this product?: NutraSoft has a SGN of 215.
Hi, I have an 5000sq ft established lawn, with heavy clay soil. The suggested application rate is 83-130lb per 1000sq ft. The bag size appears to be 40lb. Am I correct in understanding that I would need to order 10-15 bags? If so, do I apply all of that at once? Thanks: For corrective action on heavy clay soil, apply 80-130 lbs. of NutraSoft per 1,000 square feet. It is recommended to take corrective action in the spring and fall, and split this application recommendation among these 2 applications. For a 5,000 sqft. lawn, at this recommended application rate, you'd need about 10-15 bags of NutraSoft.

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