How To Make A Hanging Basket and Use Old Cobblers Farm™ 20-20-20 Fertilizer

Looking to create eye-catching, overflowing hanging baskets this season? The secret lies in the nutrients you feed your plants — and nothing fuels fuller blooms like Old Cobblers Farm™ 20-20-20 Water Soluble Fertilizer. With its balanced NPK formula, this triple 20 blend is the go-to choice for gardeners who want bold color, dense foliage, and fast results.

🧪 Why 20-20-20 Fertilizer Works

The 20-20-20 NPK ratio represents a perfect balance of:

• 🌿 Nitrogen (N) – Encourages strong leaf and stem growth

• 🌸 Phosphorus (P) – Promotes root development and flower production

• 🍅 Potassium (K) – Enhances plant resilience and overall vigor

Because it's water-soluble, nutrients are delivered quickly and efficiently — exactly what you need for fast-growing, thirsty baskets.

🌼 How to Build and Feed a Hanging Basket with 20-20-20

Here’s how to create a vibrant hanging basket and keep it thriving using Old Cobblers Farm™ fertilizer:

✅ Step 1: Choose the Right Basket

Pick a basket that’s at least 12 inches wide with a built-in liner and good drainage holes. Coco liners are ideal for retaining moisture while allowing airflow.

✅ Step 2: Prepare the Soil

Use high-quality potting mix, preferably one with moisture retention (like peat or coco coir). Avoid garden soil — it’s too dense for hanging baskets.

✅ Step 3: Arrange Your Plants

Select a mix of "thrillers" (centerpiece plants), "fillers" (mid-height bloomers), and "spillers" (trailing plants). Petunias, lobelia, geraniums, and calibrachoa are perfect picks.

Place the tallest plant in the center, then work your way outward with fillers and spillers.

✅ Step 4: Plant & Firm

Gently remove plants from their nursery pots and loosen the roots. Plant them in the basket and firm the soil around them.

✅ Step 5: First Feeding with 20-20-20

Mix 1 tablespoon of Old Cobblers Farm™ 20-20-20 Water Soluble Fertilizer into 1 gallon of water. Stir until the solution turns light blue.

🌊 Water thoroughly using this solution after planting to reduce transplant shock and give your plants a strong start.

✅ Step 6: Ongoing Care

To maintain vigorous blooms:

• Fertilize 3 times per week with the 20-20-20 solution

• Water with plain water on other days as needed

• Pinch back flowers to encourage more blooms and control shape

• Rotate baskets weekly if hung in uneven light

🌿 Why Gardeners Choose Old Cobblers Farm™

Old Cobblers Farm™ is trusted by professionals and hobbyists alike for delivering clean, consistent, and powerful fertilizers that bring gardens to life. The 20-20-20 formula is specially made for high-performance results in containers, hanging baskets, and flowering beds.

🌟 Conclusion

If you’re serious about growing vibrant, full, and blooming hanging baskets, make Old Cobblers Farm™ 20-20-20 Water Soluble Fertilizer part of your gardening routine. With the right plants, setup, and feeding schedule, you’ll be amazed how quickly your baskets go from basic to breathtaking.

🧺💐 Your porch or patio is about to become the envy of the neighborhood.