Flower Pots Flowers Mid-Season Boost Fertilizer for Shade-Loving Plants

Revitalize your shade garden with Old Cobblers Farm™ Mid-Season Boost Fertilizer for Shade-Loving Plants, specially crafted for cool, low-light environments. With a balanced NPK ratio of 6-8-8, this mid-season formula delivers the right blend of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to support vibrant blooms and robust plant health. Ideal for favorites like hostas, astilbes, and ferns, this fertilizer enhances flower production and strengthens overall plant vigor during the peak of the growing season.

How to Apply Old Cobblers Farm™ Mid-Season Boost Fertilizer for Shade-Loving Plants

Whether you're nurturing a mature shade bed or maintaining lush container arrangements, this guide will help you get the most out of your mid-season fertilizer application.

Understanding the NPK Ratio: 6-8-8

This well-balanced blend is designed to support shade garden plants during their active growth phase:

• Nitrogen (6%) – Encourages leafy, healthy foliage and stem development.

• Phosphorus (8%) – Fuels strong root systems and stimulates flower production.

• Potassium (8%) – Enhances plant resilience, improving disease resistance and drought tolerance.

Application Timing & Frequency

• When to Apply: Best applied in late spring to mid-summer, when shade-loving plants reach their peak growth.

• Reapplication: Apply every 4 to 6 weeks as needed throughout the season. Monitor plant response and adjust accordingly.

Application Instructions

For Garden Beds (Granular Application)

• Rate: Use 1 to 1.5 lbs per 100 square feet of garden space.

• Spread: Evenly distribute fertilizer around the base of plants, avoiding contact with leaves and stems.

• Incorporate: Lightly work the granules into the top inch of soil.

• Water: Thoroughly water the area to activate nutrient release.

For Containers (Liquid or Granular)

• Liquid:

  • Mix: Combine 1 tablespoon per gallon of water.

  • Apply: Water directly onto soil around the plant base, avoiding leaf contact.

• Granular:

  • Use 1 teaspoon per 6-inch pot, adjusting by container size.

  • Gently mix into soil and water well afterward.

Ideal Growing Conditions

• Soil Temperature: Apply when soil is between 55°F–70°F (13°C–21°C) for optimal nutrient absorption.

• Shaded Conditions: Fertilizer is most effective when plants are in full to partial shade with consistent moisture.

Best Practices

• Soil Testing: Conduct soil tests before application to avoid overloading with phosphorus.

• Avoid Over-Fertilizing: Too much fertilizer can cause nutrient burn or promote excessive leaf growth at the expense of blooms.

• Store Properly: Keep unused fertilizer in a dry, sealed container away from pets and children.

Best Shade-Loving Plants for This Fertilizer

Old Cobblers Farm™ 6-8-8 Mid-Season Boost Fertilizer is ideal for:

• Hosta

• Astilbe

• Bleeding Heart (Dicentra)

• Coral Bells (Heuchera)

• Lungwort (Pulmonaria)

• Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa)

• Toad Lily (Tricyrtis)

• Ferns (e.g., Lady Fern, Autumn Fern)

• Solomon’s Seal

• Liriope

• Brunnera

• Foamflower (Tiarella)

• Lily of the Valley

• Ajuga

• Bergenia

• Epimedium

• Japanese Anemone

• Virginia Bluebells

• Hellebore

• Trillium

Support your shaded garden beds and containers with Old Cobblers Farm™ Mid-Season Boost Fertilizer, and enjoy healthy foliage and vivid blooms that bring your garden to life through the warmest months.