Raised Bed Vegetable Fertilizer for Root Crops

🥕 Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Plant Growth Raised Bed Vegetable Fertilizer for Root Crops (5-10-10 NPK) 🌱

Dig deep for better harvests. Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Plant Growth Raised Bed Vegetable Fertilizer for Root Crops is crafted with a root-focused 5-10-10 NPK blend to support vigorous underground growth, crisp texture, and enhanced disease resistance. Ideal for carrots, beets, potatoes, and other nutrient-hungry root crops in raised beds.

🧄 Perfect For These Root Crops

Designed to supercharge root development and bulking in:

• Carrots

• Beets

• Radishes

• Turnips

• Parsnips

• Potatoes

• Sweet Potatoes

• Onions

• Garlic

• Rutabagas

• Celeriac

• Kohlrabi

• Horseradish

• Daikon Radishes

• Salsify

• Jerusalem Artichokes

• Leeks

• Scallions

• Shallots

• Ginger

🧪 How to Apply

Initial Application

• Timing: At planting or when preparing the raised bed

• Rate: 1–2 lbs per 100 sq. ft.

• Method:

  Loosen soil to 6–8 inches deep

  Evenly sprinkle fertilizer across the bed

  Mix lightly into the topsoil using a hand rake

  Water thoroughly to activate nutrients

Ongoing Feeding

• Frequency: Every 4–6 weeks during active growth

• Rate: 1 lb per 100 sq. ft.

• Method:

  • Apply as a side-dress around growing plants

  • Lightly scratch into the soil and water in

🌿 Ideal Soil Conditions

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

• Soil Type: Loamy, well-aerated, and well-draining

• Moisture: Keep evenly moist — not soggy

• Organic Matter: Mix in compost or leaf mold to boost structure and nutrient retention

• Drainage: Ensure raised beds have proper drainage to avoid waterlogging and rot

Pro Tip from the Farm:
Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers for root crops — too much leaf growth means smaller roots. Stick with this phosphorus-rich blend to keep your harvest grounded and growing right.