Ground Fruit Tree Fertilizer for Acid-Loving Plants

🫐 Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Plant Growth In-Ground Fruit Tree Fertilizer for Acid-Loving Plants (6-2-4 NPK) 🌿

Give your acid-loving trees the boost they crave with Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Plant Growth In-Ground Fruit Tree Fertilizer, specially crafted with a 6-2-4 NPK ratio. With a higher nitrogen content for lush foliage, moderate phosphorus for strong roots, and potassium for fruit quality, this formula is perfect for berries, flowering trees, and evergreens that thrive in low-pH soils.

🌸 Perfect For These Acid-Loving Fruit Trees & Shrubs

Ideal for ground-planted trees and shrubs that perform best in acidic conditions:

• Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.)

• Azaleas (Rhododendron spp.)

• Rhododendrons (Rhododendron spp.)

• Camellias (Camellia spp.)

• Gardenias (Gardenia jasminoides)

• Hollies (Ilex spp.)

• Hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla)

• Cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon)

• Lingonberries (Vaccinium vitis-idaea)

• Gooseberries (Ribes spp.)

• Currants (Ribes rubrum / Ribes nigrum)

• Elderberries (Sambucus spp.)

• Sour Cherries (Prunus cerasus)

• Dwarf Japanese Maples (Acer palmatum var.)

• Serviceberry (Amelanchier spp.)

• Dwarf Magnolia (Magnolia stellata)

• Leucothoe (Leucothoe spp.)

• Fothergilla (Fothergilla spp.)

• Mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia)

• Andromeda (Pieris japonica)

🧪 How to Apply

Application Frequency

• Early Spring: First application as new growth begins

• Mid-Season: Reapply every 6–8 weeks through summer

• Early Fall: Final feeding 6–8 weeks before first frost

Recommended Quantity

• Young Plants (1–3 years): ½ cup per plant

• Mature Plants (4+ years): 1–2 cups per plant depending on size

• Containers: 1 tbsp per gallon of soil

Steps to Apply

• Prep the Area: Clear weeds and debris from the base of each plant

• Apply Fertilizer: Spread evenly around the drip line (not against the trunk)

• Incorporate Gently: Use a trowel or rake to mix it into the topsoil

• Water Thoroughly: Helps dissolve nutrients and push them into the root zone

🌍 Optimal Soil Conditions

• Soil pH: 4.5 – 6.0 (ideal range for acid-loving species)

• Soil Type: Well-drained loamy or sandy loam enriched with organic matter

• Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist—use mulch to retain water and regulate temperature

• Drainage: Avoid waterlogged conditions by ensuring good drainage

• Organic Matter: Incorporate compost or pine fines to support pH stability and microbial health

Pro Tip from the Farm:
Mulch with pine needles or shredded bark after fertilizing to help preserve soil acidity and retain moisture. This combo keeps your acid-loving plants thriving season after season.