Fertilome Tree and Shrub Food
Best low-effort solution for gardeners wanting healthy, thriving trees and shrubs.
This granular feed bypasses the back-breaking labor of digging by using a penetrating formula that delivers nutrients straight to the root zone. It trades the precision of manual soil amendments for a foolproof, twice-yearly schedule that keeps trees and shrubs thriving with minimal effort.
$13.99
at
The Village Mercantile
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Who it's for
- Busy homeowners preferring easy, mess-free soil application methods
- Gardeners seeking lush foliage and robust structural plant health
- Plant owners aiming to prevent nutrient deficiencies and leaf yellowing
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners worried about accidental root burn or overgrowth
- Impatient growers needing immediate visual results for their plants
- Arborists requiring efficient deep-root feeding for mature trees
Performance breakdown
Application Convenience
No-dig formula makes feeding established trees remarkably quick and effortless.
Nutrient Profile
Balanced 19-8-10 ratio provides essential support for diverse landscape varieties.
Feeding Efficiency
Penetrating action ensures nutrients reach feeder roots without wasted effort.
Release Consistency
Slow-release granules provide steady nourishment throughout the growing season.
Versatility
Effective across everything from citrus to shade trees and evergreens.
Maintenance Simplicity
Twice-yearly schedule fits perfectly into a low-maintenance garden routine.
Key Specs
NPK Ratio
19-8-10
Package Weight
4#
Application Method
Applied around the drip line
Recommended Application Frequency
Twice a year
Fertilizer Source
Synthetic
Nitrogen Percentage
19%
Phosphorus Percentage
8%
Potassium Percentage
10%
Target Plant Type
Trees and Shrubs
Fertilizer Form
Granular
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