Re: fertilizing

In a message dated 2/18/00 9:54:46 AM Central Standard Time, 
lowery@teamzeon.com writes:

<<  Since my tender perennials (tropical) are potted, I try to
 change the soil every year so they get a boost then when I incorporate
 compost/leaf mold and a slow-release fertilizer. >>


Val:

I do the same and when I water in the mid and late spring I usually use a 1/4 
strength water soluable fert with even numbers.  I like to hear other's 
methods and and compare them to my own and make adjustments if they seem 
reasonable.

I usually do not fertilize with my waterings during the heat of summer - some 
say this is when your plants need it most....I have not been convinced of 
this yet.

Ironically - I didn't fertilize my hibiscus' last year and they bloomed 
beautifully but they all had been repotted in the spring with a mixture of 
"good" potting soil and compost.

Happy Gardening

Kemberly

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