P
Phosphorus - Second Number:
15 - 30 - 15
Encourages root development
as well as flower and fruit production.
Great for flowering annuals, perennials,
vegetables and fruit producing
plants.
N
K
K
Potassium - Third Number:
5 - 8 - 10
This all around nutrient helps with
fruit and flower production as well as
disease resistance and overall health
of the plant.
When to Fertilize?
P
Each type of plant will have its own
needs, but consistency is key. A good
rule of thumb during the growing
season is to feed container gardens
at least once a week, while plants in
the ground can be fed once per month.
Always be sure to properly
dilute/distribute the plant food
according to package directions and
be sure soil is always moist prior to
applying any water soluble fertilizers. During the growing
season, apply an all-
purpose fertilizer for
annuals, fruits,
vegetables and
perennials such as
RapidGro 15-30-15.
Leafy trees and
shrubs can be fed with RapidGro 20-
20-20 or Miracle-Gro 24-8-16.
Keep it Simple Choose an all-purpose for
flowering annuals, fruits,
vegetables and perennials
like Liquid Earth Safe 2-3-2.
All leafy trees and shrubs
can be fed with a granular
application of Turf Revolution
Trees n Shrubs 6-6-2 or water soluble
fish fertilizer (5-1-1).
You may have many different plants,
but most can benefit from the same
fertilizer. Here are the basics to keep
in the garden shed:
Synthetic
Choose Plant Prod Root Booster when
planting any new plants. This liquid
fertilizer contains a rooting hormone
to lessen transplant shock and promote
root growth. This can be used on the
day of planting, then once or twice
more, every couple of weeks.
Organic
Don’t let the fertiliz er aisle overwhelm
you. By stocking up on a couple of
basic fertilizers your garden will be well
fed, providing you with the lush
landscape you desire.