Hey everyone! I'm looking for some advice on my vegetable garden. I've been using organic fertilizer so far this year, but my harvest has been pretty disappointing. Should I keep fertilizing? If yes, how often? I'm growing tomatoes, peppers, squash, broccoli, beans, and peas, and I want to make sure I'm doing everything right.
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If you're already fertilizing regularly, keep going every 7 to 10 days! It won't hurt, and it might help. Just keep in mind that your harvest could also depend on other factors like sunlight, pests, and heat tolerance. For example, peas and broccoli prefer cooler weather. In hot temps, broccoli can bolt, so planting peas earlier in spring might be a good idea. Also, watch out for pests like the squash vine borer with your squash. Tomatoes can really depend on the variety, too — some handle heat better than others.
Super helpful, thanks! Unfortunately, I'm stuck with temps at or above 90 for a couple of months. Looks like I need to look for heat-tolerant strains.