By Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever fertilized your plants only for them to become lush with green but fail to produce much fruit? If you haven’t, maybe this article will find you in time before you do experience this. If you have, hang around as I explain why this could … [Read more...]
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7 Easy Ways to Add Nitrogen to Your Garden Soil
by Bethany Cihon (revised and updated) The 30-second version: Before you add any nitrogen, test your soil — piling on nitrogen that isn’t needed burns plants, throws off fruiting, and pollutes runoff. If a test confirms a deficiency, the steady, hard-to-overdo options are … [Read more...]
What’s the best fertilizer for carrots?
QUESTION: What’s the best fertilizer for carrots? I'd like to grow some bigger carrots this year. - Patricia F GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: The best fertilizer for carrots is one that’s lower in nitrogen and higher in potassium and phosphate. And you’re in luck, because … [Read more...]
What’s the best fertilizer for cabbage?
QUESTION: What’s the best fertilizer for cabbage? Do I need a certain kind? - Ellen K GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: The main goal when fertilizing cabbage is to supply a boost of nutrients to encourage healthier plants and a bountiful harvest. The key is to ensure you apply a … [Read more...]
What kind of fertilizer should I use for herbs?
QUESTION: What kind of fertilizer should I use for herbs? Do you need a particular brand or type or does any fertilizer work? - Anne Y GC REPLIES: There are a few specifications you should look for in fertilizer when caring for your herbs. First, it’s important that you … [Read more...]
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