What fertilizer to use for flowers? Don't fertilize blindly.

Growing flowers seems to be a simple thing, but many flower lovers actually don’t do it well. The flowers they grow well are always other people’s flowers. Today we will talk about what fertilizers to use for fertilizing flowers. If there is anything wrong or if flower lovers need additional information, you can leave a message below and I will post it as soon as possible so that we can learn together!


For ordinary gardening enthusiasts, the common fertilizers we use are mainly differentiated by the ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Of course, some fertilizers contain more trace elements, but nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are the three main elements. Other fertilizers such as ammonium nitrate are generally not used at home.

Nitrogen fertilizer: also known as foliar fertilizer, it has a significant effect on the growth of plant branches and leaves. The leaves of plants fertilized with nitrogen fertilizer are obviously much darker green.

Phosphorus fertilizer: commonly known as fruit fertilizer, it can promote crop yields, has the effect of cold resistance, and promotes flowering and fruiting. So if it is a flowering plant, it is necessary to give it appropriate phosphorus fertilizer.

Potassium fertilizer: It can promote root development, so it has an anti-lodging effect. At the same time, potassium fertilizer can also promote stem growth.

Now we can get back to the topic: "What fertilizer to use for flowers"
1. When can I fertilize the flowers?
Regarding this issue, I have to say at the beginning that flowers cannot be fertilized all year round. Some flowers and plants have a dormant period , some in summer and some in winter. During the dormant period, we generally do not fertilize. During the flowering period, we should also apply less fertilizer or no fertilizer. For example, Christmas cactus is very sensitive during the flowering period, so do not fertilize it.

In addition, some flower lovers’ flowers and plants are half-dead . In this case, it is not recommended to fertilize, because this is not a sign of fertilizer deficiency, and fertilizing cannot solve this dilemma. Instead, it adds burden to the plants.
For plants that are growing normally, the effect will be obvious if we fertilize them. For example, some plants are in normal condition but grow slowly, in this case it is time to fertilize them.
2. Learn to classify your flowers
Foliage plants are mainly fertilized with nitrogen fertilizers, while for flowering plants, in addition to considering plant growth, flowering must also be considered, so phosphorus and potassium fertilizers are also indispensable. There are many cases where the flowering plants have lush branches and leaves but do not bloom. In addition to environmental influences, excessive nitrogen fertilizer can also cause the plants to grow wildly without flowering.

3. When it comes to fertilizer, don’t just go for the cheap stuff, but also learn how to apply it correctly
I don’t know how many flower lovers have had this experience: they applied fertilizer, but the plants didn’t seem to respond at all, and it was difficult to tell whether the fertilizer was real or fake. Now when buying fertilizer in rural areas, it is popular to use it first and then settle the account in autumn. This shows how much importance is attached to the authenticity of fertilizers.
Gardening fertilizers come in a wide variety, so be sure to carefully identify them.
In addition, there are also some requirements for the method of applying fertilizer. It is best to apply fertilizer according to the instructions. Do not be greedy and apply fertilizer frequently in small amounts.
4. What fertilizer to use for flowers
If it is a foliage plant, we can give it nitrogen fertilizer or compound fertilizer during the growth period. If it is a flowering plant, we'd better start fertilizing one month before bud formation, mainly with phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. If it is a flower-promoting fertilizer such as potassium dihydrogen phosphate, it can be applied half a month in advance and stopped after flowering. After the flowering period is over, fertilize it again to replenish its energy. 

To put it simply, it means to supplement before the flowers bloom, then after the flowers are consumed, and then supplement again after the flowers bloom to help them recuperate.
The safest way to fertilize is to apply thin fertilizer frequently, usually once a week, or once every three to five days, and can be combined with watering.
Fertilizers with a longer effect, such as slow-release fertilizers, do not need to be given every now and then. They are usually mixed into the soil as base fertilizer.
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