How Do You Fertilize Your Plants in Pots and Water?
Asked by Gard3nL0ver88
I've got a few plants in pots on my balcony and some that's propagating in water indoors. I'm a bit worried they might need more nutrients but I'm unsure how to properly fertilize them. What's your go-to method for fertilizing both potted plants and those in water? Any tips would be super helpful!
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Worm castings are my secret weapon! I use them twice a year, combined with a little liquid fish fertilizer each month for my garden. For indoor plants, I add a bit of fish fertilizer with every watering, just not too much!
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Repotting your potted plants in fresh soil is super important! I do this every three years, trimming the roots when necessary. In between repots, I use a liquid fertilizer to ensure the nutrients reach the roots.
WaterWatcher88: That sounds great! Would you suggest trimming the roots for plants that are propagating in water?
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For potted plants, adding either granulated or slow-release fertilizer to the top of the soil is a solid choice. Just water it in like you normally would. Alternatively, you can mix the fertilizer into water and use that for watering. It works well!
PlantGuru_99: Are there specific fertilizers for water-propagated plants? Can I use the same ones for both soil and water?
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When it comes to outdoor planters, I like adding a mix of compost and manure to the potting soil for an extra nutrient boost. I also throw in some perlite for improved drainage. If you're dealing with flowers, a bloom booster with a high phosphorus ratio, like 10-30-20, can make them thrive! For my propagating plants, a rooting hormone helps before I move them to fresh soil, followed by a general fertilizer once they're settled in.
CuriousSprout: Do you make your compost and bloom booster, or do you buy them?
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InfoSeeker_77: I appreciate this! I've used bone meal before but never tried fish fertilizers. Looks like there's still a lot to learn.