Fertilizing Azaleas

QuestionDear Sir, I live in Western North Carolina. I would like information/advice on fertilzing azaleas ( and other acid lovin plants ). Information such as: 1. When to fertilize 2. What is a good fertilizer make

fertilizing azelias

Questionshould i fertilize azelias and if so, when ( after they bllom, before etc) AnswerIf the azaleas are planted in good organic soil and are not showing signs of problems, then it is not necerssary to fertilize

Fertilizer increasing plant growth

QuestionIm in the 8th grade and I am currently searching for previous tests on the affects fertilizer has a Paper Narciusss growth. I want to know what you think and if there are any other web sites who confront thi

Fertilizing a new lawn

QuestionHi: I live in NJ. Last year we had a horrible problem with grubs (although we had a lawn care company taking care of our lawn). They grubs destroyed our lawn. We had to thatched and power seeded the entire l

safety of lime

QuestionI need to treat my lawn with dolomitic lime and was wondering if you know of any safety concerns? We have 2 dogs and many kids who spend a lot of time in the yard. Thank you. Answerthe MSDS putout by the EP

fertilizer for indoor plants

QuestionI have a money tree and some other kind of indoor office-type plant about 5 high, and an orchid. Both my money tree and orchid are starting to get yellow in their leaves, and the money tree is losing leaves.

My mellons

QuestionYour reply was very usefull thanks i will spread them out as you sugest, so how often should i feed them? AnswerI recommend applying 3 lbs of 5-10-10 per 100 sq feet. (1.33 kgs per 10 sq meters). Preferably

sowing grass and fertilzer

QuestionI am confused. As many ?s as Ive looked up I still am not sure what to use on my newly started lawn, The sprouts are not even an 1 yet. Scotts starter which is expensive is a 20-27-5 formula, Local stores sa

Bermuda Grass care

QuestionI have Bermuda Grass and im trying to fertilize it myself this year as opposed to the companies that are a bit high priced. Im receiving so many different suggestions on what I should be doing to the grass a

fertilers soil

Question hi i usually have small garden evrey year however the last few years it hasnt happend for one reason or another so that area has become a plot to burn brush leaves ect. if i was to plant a garden ther

amonium nitrate

Question I was wondering if it is ok to mix water with amonium nitrate to spray on my mondo grass instead of using just some multi-purpose fertilizer, and if so what would you suggest for a ratio? Thank you

epson salt

Questioni hear thath roses and other plants like epson salt, can you tell me how much to use and other some plants you shouldnt use it on. thank you Answercathy if you are an advid gardener/or have loads of

apple tree fertilizers

QuestionIn the Augusta, Maine area, what is the best fertilizer to use for apple trees? AnswerFertilize your apple trees two times a year May and July. Do not fertilize in late autumn as this will stimulate tender,

Burnt Roses

QuestionI planted shrub roses into a clay bed I blended with potting soil and peat moss. I then used miricle grow and seemed to have burnt many leaves. What should I do and will this effect the plants bloom? M

use of fertilzer

Questionmy soil ph is 7.0; nitrogen NO- 3 7ppm NH4-N 4ppm buffer ph 7.1 nutrient levels phosphorus potassiun 139 calcium 3123 magnesium 309 I live in Northern Ohio and the soil contains a lot of c

Weird Question

QuestionThis is going to seem like a weird question; but is actually serious. Do you know if human urine is suitable for use as fertilizer? If so, does it need to be diluted with water? I have heard that

nitrogen/phosphours/potassium

Questionhow does fertilize nitrogen phosphours potassium help a plant/grass grow.what does each one do? AnswerPlants require sixteen essential nutrients for proper growth and development. You can consider the

Lawn care

Question1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using liquid vs pelleted fertilizers? 2. I live in Atlanta GA. What should a homeowner do to get his or her lawn in shape if they are just now starting to add

burned my lawn with fertilizer...how do I get it back?

QuestionI made a big mistake this spring. I de-thatched my lawn with a de-thatching blade on my mower. I then added fertilizer to my lawn. (but did not read the instructions properly...) Anyway...my lawn is no

fertitlizer for fruit tree

QuestionWhat kind of fertilizer would I put for =fruit tree and when is the best time to put it. AnswerFertilize with 0-10-10, or 5-10-10, 10-20-20, etc. Do so in early spring as new growth starts. Spread pellets i