Apr 15, 2025

We've hidden gold coins inside random bags of Core™ 12-8-12 and Core™ 24-6-12.
Find one and you'll win a prize worth up to $500!*





Say Hello to Core!

Not sure which fertilizer to use? No soil test? No problem. We've taken out the guesswork with two professional-grade fertilizers that work for any lawn, anywhere.



Core 24-6-12

Your Go-To, Anytime Fertilizer

With a proven 4:1:2 ratio, this formula delivers balanced, high-performance nutrition no matter your grass type, soil type, or location.

  • Works anywhere, anytime
  • Includes iron + micronutrients for complete lawn health
  • Fine particles = more even distribution & better results
  • Feeds for up to 6 weeks
  • Available in 18 and 45 lb bags

Core 24-6-12 is your all-season MVP—perfect for reliable results when you're not sure what to use. Shop Now.




Core 12-8-12

Quick Green-Up. Big Impact.

Core 12-8-12 gives you a deep-green lawn—fast.

  • Quick-release nitrogen for immediate results
  • Includes iron + micronutrients
  • Ultra-fine granules for even, efficient coverage
  • Deep green-up in 1–2 weeks with irrigation
  • Reapply every 4 weeks during the growing season
  • Available in 18 and 45 lb bags

Use Core 12-8-12 when your lawn needs a boost—or to start and end your season strong. Shop Now.



How to Use the Core Fertilizers Together

✔️ Spring: Use Core 12-8-12 when temperatures are cool and your lawn is waking up.
✔️ Summer: Switch to Core 24-6-12 for sustained feeding as temperatures start to climb.
✔️ Fall: Bring back Core 12-8-12 to prepare your lawn for cooler temps and recovery.

It’s a pro-level plan made easy—no soil test needed.



*Prize will be determined at the time of redemption. Actual prize may differ from items depicted and will include a selection of products featured above. Not all items shown will be included. Actual prize may vary. No purchase necessary to enter or win. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Five (5) gold coins have been randomly placed in Core 12-8-12 bags and five (5) gold coins have been randomly placed in Core 24-6-12 bags, for a total of ten (10) gold coins. Gold coins can only be found in products purchased on AndersonsLawn.com. Open to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United States and D.C., 18 years of age or older. Void where prohibited. To enter without purchase, handwrite your full name, complete mailing address, email address, and phone number on a 3”x5” card and mail it in a stamped envelope to: The Andersons Lawn Gold Coin Giveaway, 1947 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee, OH 43537. Mail-in entries must be postmarked by October 15 and received by October 31. Limit one (1) mail-in entry per person. Winners who find a gold coin must follow the redemption instructions provided. Prize will be determined by The Andersons at the time of redemption and will consist of a selection of items featured in promotional materials; actual prize may vary and will not include all items shown.