Miracle-Gro Shake 'N Feed Plant Food Plus Weed Preventer

This is a slow-release formula, so you only need to apply it once every three months. It provides continuous nourishment throughout that period.

Yes, it is designed as an all-purpose fertilizer suitable for vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs, and even houseplants. However, because it includes a weed preventer, be careful not to apply it where you are trying to grow seeds or delicate seedlings.

No, this product is not considered pet or child-safe. It is best to keep pets and children away from the treated area until the granules have been fully watered into the soil and the surface has dried.

This product is formulated as a weed preventer, meaning it is designed to stop new weeds from germinating rather than killing weeds that are already established. For the best results, clear your garden beds of existing weeds before applying the granules.

Simply broadcast the granules evenly over the soil surface around your plants. Once applied, mix them lightly into the top layer of soil and water the area thoroughly to activate the nutrients.

The 12-4-8 ratio indicates the percentage of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. The higher nitrogen content (12%) is particularly effective for promoting lush, green foliage growth, while the balanced phosphorus and potassium support overall root strength and plant health.