Hey everyone! I'm gardening in hardiness zone 6a and I'm looking for some recommendations on fertilizers. I'm currently growing bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, and summer squash in 7-gallon grow bags. I'm particularly interested in fertilizers that are high in phosphorus (P) and potassium (K). I've heard a lot about Fox Farm's Tiger Bloom, but while I have plenty of greenery, I'm not seeing many flowers or fruits. What other fertilizers have you had success with? Any alternatives you'd recommend?
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Espoma has a great reputation for their organic fertilizers. You might want to check out their products for your garden!
Have you tried Down to Earth brand? They have some solid organic options. Specifically, their Bio Live fertilizer combines different organic fertilizers, and it could work well for your veggies.
I’ve only used Tomato Tone, but it's been great for my tomatoes and cucumbers. I just sprinkle it around and water it in every 3-4 weeks. My plants are loaded with flowers! Maybe give it a try?
I’m in zone 6a as well and I've been using Alaska's products. I started with fish emulsion at half strength every other week, and when my plants started blooming, I added Alaska Morbloom to the mix. Just a heads up, the fish emulsion is pretty easy to find, but the Morbloom has a strong smell!
Thanks for sharing! I was curious about Morbloom but heard it can smell bad. I guess I can handle it if it helps my plants grow!
I appreciate the tip! I started with Garden Tone early in the season, but perhaps I should switch to Tomato Tone for better results.