Container Houseplant Fertilizer for Shade-Loving Plants
$37.99
๐ชด Product Overview
Old Cobblers Farmโข Container Houseplant Fertilizer for Shade-Loving Plants
NPK Ratio: 3-1-2 (Balanced slow release)
Purpose: Supports lush foliage, gentle root growth, and overall vitality in houseplants adapted to low light. Designed for safe, consistent feeding of container-grown shade lovers.
๐ฟ 20 Shade-Loving Plants That Benefit from This Fertilizer
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum spp.)
ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)
Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)
Philodendron (Philodendron spp.)
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
Calathea (Calathea spp.)
Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior)
Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum spp.)
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans)
Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema spp.)
Dracaena (Dracaena spp.)
Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura)
Dieffenbachia (Dieffenbachia spp.)
Heartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum)
Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Peperomia (Peperomia spp.)
Alocasia (Alocasia spp.)
Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) (in bright indirect light)
Bird's Nest Fern (Asplenium nidus)
๐งค Application Guide
๐ Frequency
Season | Application Frequency |
---|---|
Spring/Summer | Every 4โ6 weeks |
Fall/Winter | Every 8โ10 weeks (or pause if dormant) |
๐ Dosage by Container Size
Container Size | Amount per Application |
---|---|
Small (up to 6") | ยผ teaspoon |
Medium (6โ12") | ยฝ teaspoon |
Large (12" or more) | 1 teaspoon |
๐ ๏ธ How to Apply
Wear Gloves โ To prevent skin irritation
Check Moisture โ Apply only to moist soil
Top-Dress or Mix In โ Sprinkle evenly around plant or mix into top 1โ2 inches of soil
Water Thoroughly โ To activate the slow-release nutrients
Monitor Growth โ Adjust frequency as needed based on plant health
๐ฑ Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Property | Best Practice |
---|---|
Type | Well-draining mix with peat/coco coir, perlite, and vermiculite |
pH Range | 5.5 to 6.5 โ slightly acidic to neutral |
Moisture | Evenly moist, never soggy; drain excess water thoroughly |
Organic Matter | Add compost or leaf mold to improve structure and microbe activity |
Aeration | Ensure soil is fluffy and pots have drainage holes to avoid root rot |
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