Slow-release fertilizers are great for houseplants and vegetable garden due to their ability to gradually release nutrients over an extended period, reducing the frequency of applications and potential nutrient losses. In this review article, we will review 6 popular brands to help you make informed decisions when selecting the best one for your plants. Quick …
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There are many types of fertilizers available in the market. Is the slow-release or the fast-release type better? Slow-release fertilizers are better for houseplants and vegetables if you want to establish sustained, lasting growth, and reduce the risk of root burning. To target a specific nutrient deficiency problem and large lawn area, fast-release fertilizer is …
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Are you wondering about the differences between humus, humic acid and fulvic acid? In this article, we will explain their differences in uses for plants and how to apply them in your garden. 1. Appearance Compost and humus have a similar appearance both being dark brown with a soil-like texture. Humic acid is also dark …
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Mycorrhizal fungi are getting increasingly popular for improving plant health and growth naturally. Evidence has shown that it works well with succulents and cacti. But does it also work with roses? Mycorrhizal fungi benefit roses by increasing the water and nutrient uptake, improving drought resistance, increasing the rooting of cuttings, and increasing flower production. In …
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People often put molasses or sugar in compost teas to water their organic garden. Can sugar be really used as a fertilizer? Sugar feeds the microbes in soil and can be used as a fertilizer to boost the decomposition of organic matter (called the “priming effect”), resulting in the release of more nutrients available …
The sensitive air roots of orchids can get fertilizer burn or even rot if the water or liquid fertilizer is too “hard”, in other words, containing too many minerals or soluble salts. The easiest way to understand how hard your water is is in terms of Total Dissolved Solids (TDS). What is the best TDS …
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You’ve heard all the buzz about vermicompost, or “worm poop”. The organic substance decomposed by worms is soft like humus and is often used as a type of compost in organic gardens. How good is vermicompost as a fertilizer when compared to the other fertilizer types? Vermicompost is the best fertilizer compared to synthetic NPK …
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Ever felt confused about finding the best fertilizer for your orchids among the plethora of brands, formulas, and formats in the market? What is the difference between the 20-20-20 NPK ratio and the MSU formula? Which is better: water-soluble granular orchid food, liquid fertilizer, ready-to-spray mist bottles, and slow-release pellets? Based on the nutritional needs …
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When leaves turn yellow or brown, they are often misdiagnosed as sunburn, overwatering or fungal/bacterial infection. When bottom leaves drop, the problem is often ignored as natural shedding. While disease can be a cause, nutritional deficiency is most likely the root cause that makes a plant become more vulnerable to fungal/bacterial diseases and rotting. Simply …
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Some people fertilize their orchids using things from the kitchen, like coffee, milk, or even bananas. However, not anything natural is a good fertilizer for indoor orchids, which are mostly epiphytic (or orchids that do not grow in soil). Since most orchids do not grow like most plants in soil, a good natural fertilizer should …
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