Ground Herb Fertilizer for Sun-Loving Plants
$37.99
๐ Product Summary
Old Cobblers Farmโข Ground Herb Fertilizer for Sun-Loving Plants
NPK Ratio: 5-10-20
Purpose: Supports flowering, fruiting, and vigorous growth in herbs and sun-loving vegetables. High potassium enhances drought resistance, bloom strength, and overall plant health.
โ 20 Plants That Benefit from This Fertilizer
Tomatoes โ Potassium supports fruit development and sweetness.
Peppers โ Essential for flowering and healthy fruit set.
Eggplants โ Needs potassium for fruit growth and resilience.
Cucumbers โ High potassium ensures robust flowering and fruiting.
Zucchini โ Supports heavy fruit yields.
Pumpkins โ Benefits from potassium for large, healthy fruits.
Strawberries โ Potassium improves flavor and size.
Raspberries โ Enhances fruiting and cane strength.
Blueberries โ Potassium supports berry production.
Sunflowers โ Promotes strong stalks and large blooms.
Marigolds โ Helps produce vibrant, long-lasting flowers.
Roses โ High potassium is critical for flowering and disease resistance.
Geraniums โ Encourages continuous flowering.
Petunias โ Requires potassium for colorful blooms.
Lavender โ Supports flowering and essential oil production.
Basil โ Potassium promotes lush leaf growth and flowering.
Calendula โ Enhances bloom size and duration.
Bee Balm (Monarda) โ Encourages flowering and pollinator attraction.
Fennel โ Supports strong stalks and healthy flowering.
Tarragon โ Benefits from strong potassium presence for foliage health.
๐งค Fertilizer Application Guide
๐ When to Apply
First Application: At planting or start of the growing season
Follow-up Applications: Every 4โ6 weeks during active growth
๐ How Much to Apply
Garden Beds: 1โ2 tablespoons per square foot
Container Plants: 1 tablespoon per gallon of soil
๐ ๏ธ How to Apply
Pre-Watering: Lightly water soil before applying to prevent burn.
Sprinkle Evenly: Scatter fertilizer around the base of the plants.
Incorporate: Lightly rake into the top 2โ3 inches of soil.
Water Again: Lightly water to activate nutrients.
๐ฑ Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Factor | Optimal Condition |
---|---|
pH | 6.0 to 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral) |
Soil Type | Loamy soil preferred (good drainage + nutrient retention) |
Soil Moisture | Consistently moist but not waterlogged โ mulch helps regulate moisture |
Amendments | Add compost to sandy soil; sand/organic matter for clay-heavy soil |
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