Frequently Asked Questions

Fertilizer

Unususal bulbs for container

Q. I would like to grow some unusual bulbs in containers this summer. What are the basic guidelines to ensure good growth?

Bulb fertilizer

Q. What is the correct fertilizer to use for bulbs?

Treatment tips for chlorosis

Q. Quite a few trees on my property are chlorotic. Is there a particular fertilizer I can use to eliminate this problem?

Caring for Container Plants

Q. What is the best way to take care of plants growing in containers?

When to Fertilize Bulbs

Q. For the best spring flower display, when should I fertilize my tulip and daffodil bulbs?

Using Epsom Salts to Fertilize Roses

Q. My neighbor puts epsom salts in the soil around his rose bushes instead of fertilizer. Is there any advantage to this?

Manure Tea Fertilizer

Q. I understand that a wonderful organic fertilizer for my vegetable garden is manure tea. How do I make this brew, and how much do I use on my crops?

Fertilizer for Aquatic Garden

Q. What is the recommended fertilizer for a small aquatic tub garden?

Synthetic vs. Natural Fertilizer

Q: What is the difference between a synthetic and a natural fertilizer?

Recommended Fertilizers

Q. What are the recommended fertilizers for different garden plants today?

Fertilizing Lawns in Fall

Q. What are the current recommendations for fertilizing lawns in fall?

Fertilizing Trees and Shrubs

Q. Is it necessary to regularly fertilize my trees and shrubs? If so, how often should it be done?

Fish Emulsion

Q. What is fish emulsion?

Ivy Topiary

Q. I received a lovely ivy topiary for the holidays and need some watering and fertilizing information.

Growing tips for Narcissus (daffodil)

Q. I have many varieties of Narcissus in my garden and some are not blooming as well as they used to. What can I do to help?

Enriching Soil with Manure

Q. I would like to enrich my garden soil this spring and wonder about using manure on my flower beds.

When to Fertilize Tulip Bulbs

Q. For the best spring flower display, when should I fertilize my tulip and daffodil bulbs?

Fall Care for Vegetable Gardens

Q. When I clean up my vegetable garden this fall, should I add any amendments to the soil?

Fertilizing trees and shrubs

Q: How often should I fertilize the roots of my trees and shrubs?

A: As a general rule, it is not necessary to use synthetic fertilizers for trees and shrubs unless the plants exhibit a nutrient deficiency. Good soil nutrition and a two-inch layer of compost, such as leaf mulch, placed around your trees and shrubs on a yearly basis should be sufficient for good plant health.