Your lawn doesn't need more chemicals. It needs better biology.
Organic soil conditioners, natural fertilizers, and microbe-based solutions that build the soil your grass actually needs — without the synthetic treadmill.
The chemical lawn care trap.
Synthetic fertilizers give you a quick green-up — and a long-term problem. Here's why your lawn never seems to get ahead.
The synthetic treadmill
Synthetic fertilizers kill the soil microbes that naturally feed your grass. So you need more fertilizer. And more water. And more weed killer. Every season costs more and delivers less.
The weekend warrior guilt
You're spending Saturday mornings spreading chemicals while your kids wait inside. The bag says "keep off lawn for 24-48 hours." You just want a yard your family can actually use.
The money pit
Between fertilizer, weed killer, grub treatment, and overseeding, you're spending hundreds every year on a lawn that never quite looks like the neighbor's. There's a better way.
We've been fixing soil for 15 years.
Southland Organics started in commercial agriculture — helping poultry farmers and turf professionals rebuild soil biology that decades of chemicals had destroyed. The science is the same in your backyard.
Every product we make is built around one idea: feed the soil, and the soil feeds the grass. No synthetic shortcuts. No salt buildup. Just biology that works the way nature intended.
If you're not sure where to start, call us. We'll ask about your soil, your grass type, and what's frustrating you — then recommend 1-2 products to try first.
Mike Usry
Founder & CEO
Three jobs. Real solutions.
Every product exists to do one of three jobs for your lawn. Pick the job you need help with.
Build the soil your grass actually needs.
Years of synthetic fertilizer have killed the microbes that naturally feed your lawn. You're stuck on a chemical treadmill — more fertilizer, more water, more problems. The grass looks green for two weeks, then fades. The soil underneath is dead.
Best for: Thin grass, compacted soil, or lawns dependent on synthetic fertilizer
Feed your grass without feeding the weeds.
Synthetic fertilizers push fast top growth but starve the root system. Weeds love that — they outcompete weak grass every time. You end up spending more on weed killer to fix what the fertilizer caused.
Best for: Steady nutrition, deeper green color, or replacing synthetic fertilizer
Solve lawn problems without chemicals.
Dog spots, bare patches, stubborn weeds — the usual fix is more chemicals. But you've got kids playing in the yard and a dog rolling in the grass. You need solutions that work without worrying about what's soaking into the ground.
Best for: Dog spots, weed pressure, bare patches, or pet/family safety concerns
Shop Lawn Care Products
Everything here is organic, family-safe, and designed to build soil health — not destroy it.
Genesis
Genesis is a liquid soil conditioner that provides all the building blocks you need to establish stronger, greener turf—faster! Formulated with biologically active, organic matter, Genesis accelerates green-up and is scientifically proven to increase germination rate, soil quality, plant height and mass area. Benefits of Genesis: Stimulates root growth Increases green-up Accelerates seed germination Chelates soil nutrients and decreases leaching Aerates and loosens compacted clay soils Preconditions and activates soil biology to withstand stress Boosts fertilizer applications and unlocks existing soil nutrients Combats negative fungal and bacterial growth Genesis is also available in our Lawn Care Bundles.
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
Omega Soil Activator - Boost Nutrient Uptake
Omega is our amplified formula of biologically active carbon and organic acids. The added proprietary blend of beneficial bacteria promotes nutrient uptake and builds grass that is resilient to disease and environmental stress. Benefits of Omega: Decreases nutrient runoff Provides a natural guard to disease and reduces pathogen influence Reduces Zoysia patch and large patch in lawns and fairways Increases plant health and development Increases nutrient uptake Establishes a balanced soil food web Provides relief to stressed and shocked root systems when laying new sods and plugs Increases soil energy as measured by Cation exchange capacity Reduces soil compaction Omega is also available in our Lawn Care Bundles.
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
Revival
Revival is the ultimate liquid lawn aerator and microbial dethatcher to reduce soil compaction and break down grass clippings. It returns grass to healthy and lush conditions at the end of the summer season for a full turf revival! Benefits of Revival ( liquid lawn aerator): Provides liquid lawn aeration for regular and heavy clay soils Amplifies soil biology to prevent bacterial and fungal stress Enhances oxygen levels and improves compacted soil Breaks down excess nutrients from previous applications throughout the year Composts organic matter and improves thatch layer Stimulates root growth Sustains vibrant, green grass color longer Chelates soil nutrients and decreases leaching Revival is also available in our Lawn Care Bundles.
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
Dog Spot
Dogs are creatures of habit and tend to pick the same spots on your lawn to “go,” killing the grass with the excess nitrogen in dog urine. Dog Spot encapsulates the nitrogen to keep dog urine spots from burning your grass. Designed to revitalize the soil, Dog Spot quickly eliminates any brown spots on lawns. This natural solution rapidly returns your damaged grass to a vibrant, healthy shade of green and prepares dead grass for reseeding. Dog Spot is sold in a quart size. Benefits of Dog Spot: Repairs grass from dog urine damage Conditions soil around dead grass Safe for pets Revitalizes soil Prepares dead grass for reseeding
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
Torched All-Natural Weed Killer
Torched is a pet safe grass and weed killer derived from natural ingredients. It is designed for use on non-selective broadleaf weeds and grasses in driveways, sidewalks, gardens and flower beds. Torched is proudly made in the USA and is safe for people, pets and the planet when used as directed! Safety Declaration This product is not registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency since it qualifies for exemption under FIFRA section 25(b) as a minimum risk pesticide. Caution Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. In case of contact, rinse immediately with water and seek medical attention if irritation persists. Do not ingest. If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. Storage Avoid direct sunlight. Store at temperatures above 40° F. Keep container tightly closed in a well-ventilated area. Store in original container in a cool, dry area away from children and pets. Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations. Do not reuse empty container. If empty: Offer for recycling if available or discard in a sanitary landfill. If partly filled: Call your local solid waste agency for disposal instructions. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain.
Best for: Backyard flock health
FertALive
FertALive is a humic acid fertilizer for professional-level lawn and garden care. Based on Chilean nitrate, PSBs, KSBs and liquid carbon, our stable and organic liquid humic concentrate provides a reliable source of nutrients, enhances conventional fertility programs and helps lawns and gardens reach their full potential. Benefits of FertALive: Delivers highly effective nutrition to lawns, gardens and crops Prompts increased nutrient uptake Induces fast-acting uniform growth Enhances conventional fertility programs Includes liquid carbon and beneficial microbes Improves availability of plant nutritional elements FertALive is also available in our Lawn Care Bundles.
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
Soil Sulfur
Soil sulfur can be used to lower the pH level in excessively alkaline soils or correct a soil sulfur deficiency. To raise soil acidity, simply add this pelletized elemental sulfur to your lawn or garden. Benefits of soil sulfur: Increases soil acidity Decreases soil pH Provides a cost-effective and easy-to-apply solution
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
Chicken Manure Fertilizer
4-3-2 Chicken manure fertilizer (CMF) is full of nutrients that safely improve the health of your plants and lawn. Through our industrial drying process, chicken manure is heated to over 350 degrees and circulated with powerful blasts of air to ensure the optimal fertilizer. CMF is a safe, natural alternative to chemical fertilizers, which can harm your health and the environment in the long run. Not only does CMF help plants grow big and strong, but it also helps keep them healthy by adding organic matter, which feeds microbes in the soil. Benefits of CMF: Contains a guaranteed analysis of 4-3-2 Fertilizes lawns, gardens and pastures Improves plant and lawn health Provides a safe alternative to chemical fertilizers
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
Lawn Care Bundles
DIY Custom Lawn Plan Our Lawn Care Bundles help you grow a lush green lawn—naturally! We have nine product bundles available based on the combination of your turf zone and lawn size. Our natural lawn programs offer several benefits: Custom mix of four natural products specific to your turf zone and lawn size No harsh chemicals—only natural ingredients, so your lawn is safe for people, pets and the planet Science-based solutions that address soil health to grow a lush, greener lawn Products that take you throughout the lawn care season, addressing lawn needs based on the climate Addresses lawn health and success from the grass roots up Includes Genesis Soil Conditioner, Omega Soil Activator, FertALive Liquid Humic Acid Fertilizer and Revival Liquid Lawn Aerator
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
Veridian Humate + Liquid Iron for Lawns
Veridian blends humic acid with a Ferrous Amino Acid Complex, delivering iron to plants naturally and improving soil structure for healthy, dark green grass. Benefits of Veridian: Delivers an iron supplement and humic acid Creates greener lawns Enhances nutrient uptake Improves soil structure and water retention Increases stress tolerance Corrects iron deficiency
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
C-Fix: Biochar Soil Amendment
Discover C-Fix Biochar Soil Amendment, a revolutionary product that transforms soil health! Infused with biochar, humic acids, and premium composted layer manure, C-Fix elevates soil fertility and quality. Experience improved plant growth, reduced nutrient leaching, and enhanced nutrient retention. Embrace sustainable agriculture with C-Fix for healthier, more productive soils! C-Fix is an innovative product designed to improve soil health. Powered by biochar, humic acids, and well-composted layer manure, it significantly enhances soil fertility and quality, enhancing soil fertility. This product boosts plant growth, helps reduce nutrient leaching, and improves nutrient retention, promoting sustainable agriculture practices. Benefits of C-Fix: Promotes strong growth of plant roots Enhances nutrient availability Adds organic matter and feeds soil microbes Improves soil properties Strengthens stress tolerance
Best for: Lawn & turf soil biology
The biology difference.
What happens when you stop killing your soil and start feeding it.
Three steps to a better lawn.
You don't need to overhaul everything. Start small, see results, then decide.
Pick one product for your biggest frustration.
Thin grass? Start with Genesis. Brown spots? Try Revival. Weeds? Torched. Don't overthink it — one product, one problem.
Apply it and wait 2-3 weeks.
Most products are hose-end sprayer or granular — 15 minutes for your whole yard. Water it in, then let the biology work.
See the difference — then build from there.
If you like what you see, add a second product next month. Most homeowners end up on a simple 3-product program that covers the whole year.
Questions we hear every week.
Switching from synthetic to organic feels like a leap. Here are straight answers.
What organic products do I need for a healthy lawn?
A complete organic lawn care program starts with soil health. You'll need a natural soil conditioner like Genesis to activate beneficial microbes, a liquid fertilizer like FertAlive for steady nutrition, and humic acid products like Veridian for better nutrient uptake. These work together to build the soil biology that creates naturally resilient grass.
Do organic lawn products really work as well as synthetic?
Yes, when you focus on soil health first. Organic products work by feeding beneficial soil microbes that naturally cycle nutrients to your grass roots. While synthetic fertilizers provide a quick green-up, organic solutions build long-term soil structure and drought resistance that actually outperforms chemicals over time.
How do beneficial soil microbes help my lawn grow?
Beneficial microbes break down organic matter into forms your grass can easily absorb, improve soil structure for better water retention, and create natural disease resistance. They essentially act as tiny nutrient factories in your soil, working 24/7 to feed your lawn from the ground up.
When should I apply organic lawn fertilizer?
Apply organic fertilizer during active growing seasons - early spring and fall are ideal. Unlike synthetic fertilizers that can burn grass if over-applied, organic products like FertAlive feed slowly and safely. You can apply them more frequently without worry, especially during stress periods like drought or heat waves.
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Your soil is waiting.
One product. One application. See what biology can do for your lawn.