Attention Flower Friends Using Slow-Release Fertilizer
If you want to learn about the related knowledge of using slow-release fertilizer, the editor below will provide you with detailed answers.
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At the end of yesterday's article, a question was raised: Is there an inorganic fertilizer that can replace organic fertilizer as a base fertilizer with slow-release and gentle effect on fertilizer release?
When it comes to inorganic fertilizers with a gentle effect, slow-release fertilizers must be mentioned.
Many people should have used slow-release fertilizers, especially friends who grow flowers on balconies. They tend to prefer slow-release fertilizers because they are clean, easy to use, require a small amount, have a long-lasting effect, and are easy to store.
Currently, the more common slow-release fertilizers on the market are brands like Ogreen and Melako.
Slow-release fertilizers also have formula differences, so pay attention to choosing the model when purchasing.
For example, Ogreen's A2 slow-release fertilizer is designed for succulents and bulbous plants, while Ogreen's 318S is designed for roses and clematis.
Of course, general-purpose fertilizers can also be used, but targeted ones are better.
Many people use slow-release fertilizers by sprinkling them directly on the surface of the potting soil, but this can cause some of the fertilizer effect to be lost.
Correct Usage of Slow-Release Fertilizer:
1. Mix with Soil
You can mix the slow-release fertilizer directly with the soil. Mix the appropriate amount of slow-release fertilizer with the potting soil evenly, then proceed with planting.
2. Hole Application
You can dig 3-4 small holes in the flower pot, then put the slow-release fertilizer into the holes, mix it with a small amount of potting soil, and cover it with soil.
3. Block Application
Block application is similar to hole application, where you dig holes in the flower pot first, then put the slow-release fertilizer into them.
4. Shallow Burial
Although the shallow burial method of fertilization is relatively more troublesome, it is a better method that can make the fertilizer effect more uniform without losing the fertilizer effect.
First, remove the potting soil from the surface of the flower pot, then evenly sprinkle the slow-release fertilizer, and cover it with potting soil or new potting soil.
Although slow-release fertilizers are simple and convenient to use, clean and hygienic, they also have their drawbacks.
Disadvantages of Slow-Release Fertilizers
Firstly, in terms of nutritional content, slow-release fertilizers do not have the comprehensive nutrition of organic fertilizers. Secondly, the release of fertilizer effect of slow-release fertilizers is greatly affected by temperature, and it is easy to cause fertilizer damage in high-temperature seasons like summer.
Therefore, attention should be paid when using slow-release fertilizers. Do not use slow-release fertilizers for plants that are dormant or semi-dormant in summer. For plants that are growing vigorously in summer, slow-release fertilizers can be used.
Attentive flower friends will find that the sharing of the past few days has all been long-acting fertilizers. In addition to long-acting fertilizers, there are also many fast-acting fertilizers. Do you need to apply fast-acting fertilizers after applying long-acting fertilizers?
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