Hillside Wildflower Fertilizer for Flowering Annuals and Perennials
$37.99
🌸 Product Overview
Old Cobblers Farm™ Hillside Wildflower Fertilizer for Flowering Annuals and Perennials
NPK Ratio: 5-10-5
Purpose: Balanced nitrogen, high phosphorus, and moderate potassium to support strong roots, abundant blooms, and overall plant vigor — ideal for ornamental wildflowers in dry, sloped, or well-drained environments.
✅ 20 Wildflowers Ideal for 5-10-5 Fertilizer
Coreopsis (Coreopsis spp.) – Bright yellow daisy-like flowers
Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) – Hardy, yellow-petaled wildflower
Echinacea (Echinacea spp.) – Purple coneflower, attracts pollinators
Gaillardia (Gaillardia spp.) – Long-blooming blanket flowers
Lupine (Lupinus spp.) – Spiked blooms, adds nitrogen to soil
Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) – Airy, daisy-like flowers
Zinnia (Zinnia spp.) – Bright, easy-to-grow annuals
California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica) – Drought-tolerant with orange blooms
Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) – Tall, spiked flowers in a range of colors
Tickseed (Coreopsis tinctoria) – Small yellow blooms with red centers
Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) – Unique flower shape, shade-tolerant
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) – Clusters of flat-topped blooms
Penstemon (Penstemon spp.) – Tubular flowers ideal for slopes
Bee Balm (Monarda fistulosa) – Mint family plant with showy heads
New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae) – Fall-blooming native
Salvia (Salvia spp.) – Fragrant and drought-tolerant
Daylily (Hemerocallis spp.) – Hardy perennial with trumpet-shaped blooms
Goldenrod (Solidago spp.) – Late-season pollinator favorite
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum × superbum) – Classic white-petaled bloom
Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata) – Tough and colorful
🧤 Application Instructions
📅 Frequency of Application
Type | Timing |
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Annuals | Every 4–6 weeks during active growth |
Perennials | Early spring & mid-summer (twice annually) |
📏 Dosage
Area Type | Rate |
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Annuals | 1 tbsp (15g) per sq ft every 4–6 weeks |
Perennials | 2 tbsp (30g) per sq ft in spring & summer |
🛠️ Application Method
Preparation
Wear gloves
Water the area lightly if the soil is dry
Remove mulch and debris from around plants
Application
Use a scoop to measure the correct amount
Sprinkle fertilizer evenly around the base of the plants
Avoid direct contact with stems or leaves
Post-Application
Rake gently into top 1–2 inches of soil
Water thoroughly to activate nutrients
🌱 Ideal Soil Conditions
Factor | Ideal Condition |
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Soil pH | 6.0–7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral) |
Soil Type | Loamy or sandy loam; well-drained |
Moisture | Consistently moist but not soggy; allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings |
Organic Matter | Add compost to improve structure, retention, and microbial activity |
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