When to fertilize perennials and shrubs
- when should fertilizer be applied to plants
- when to fertilize plants
- when to apply fertilizer to plants
Best time to fertilize plants morning or evening...
When to use fertilizer on indoor plants
Well-managed soil with plenty of organic amendment is rich in micro- and macro-nutrients essential for good plant growth and production, but even the best-managed garden plot can benefit from fertilization. The way to maximize these benefits is to know when to fertilize plants.
Application of fertilizer in the wrong season can cause bursts of tender new growth that can succumb to cold weather.
For this reason, a fertilizer application schedule for each type of plant is an effective tool.
When to Fertilize Plants
Fertilizers contain the building blocks for foliar and fruit production, bloom formation, and root and general plant health.
In poor soils, the treatment is essential for good plant vigor. The application of fertilizer may be from a soil drench, time-release granular formula, stakes, or foliar spray.
Whichever method works best for you, the time of year for fertilizing is a crucial bit of information.
Each plant is slightly different, but there is one overall rule for most plants.
The umbrella rule for the annual application of fertilizer is to apply