How to Properly Feed Fruit Trees in the Fall: What You Shouldn't Forget

26.09.2024 19:00

Autumn fertilization is important for many crops.

They also play an important role in matters of caring for fruit trees.

What are the 3 rules to follow?

Necessary elements

First of all, it is worth considering the needs of the fruit trees themselves. It is worth paying attention to potassium, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.

These are the most important elements for fruit trees.

Norms

Despite the fact that the need for nutrients is high, it is worth adhering to the established norms. For adult pears and apple trees (over six years old), take up to a kilogram of ash, half a glass of any complex fertilizer, a glass of potassium monophosphate or potassium sulfate.

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If you choose potassium magnesium sulfate, 150 grams will be enough.

When fertilizing other fruit trees, the specified rates are reduced by 50%.

Watering

It is important to organize quality watering for fruit trees after adding nutrients. One plant should require about 5-6 buckets of liquid.

Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor

Content
  1. What are the 3 rules to follow?
  2. Necessary elements
  3. Norms
  4. Watering