If you're wondering "Why add additional fertilizer when worm casting and steer manure are quite literally organic fertilizer?" That's a valid question, and here's why:
While steer manure and worm castings are excellent for building soil structure and long-term health, they generally have very low N-P-K (nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium) ratings. For a heavy-feeding citrus tree like this, especially one in a container, the manure and castings act more as "soil conditioners" that improve water retention and provide a slow-release base.
Adding a concentrated fertilizer like MaxSea ensures the tree gets an immediate, potent dose of nutrients to trigger flower and fruit production. It’s essentially the difference between building a healthy "house" for the roots to live in (manure/castings) and providing a "high-energy meal" (fertilizer) to fuel all that beautiful variegated growth! #TheMoreYouKnow 🌈🍋🌸❤️
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I've never seen this type of lemon tree.
All the dogs in this video are thebest. 🙂
If you're wondering "Why add additional fertilizer when worm casting and steer manure are quite literally organic fertilizer?" That's a valid question, and here's why:
While steer manure and worm castings are excellent for building soil structure and long-term health, they generally have very low N-P-K (nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium) ratings. For a heavy-feeding citrus tree like this, especially one in a container, the manure and castings act more as "soil conditioners" that improve water retention and provide a slow-release base.
Adding a concentrated fertilizer like MaxSea ensures the tree gets an immediate, potent dose of nutrients to trigger flower and fruit production. It’s essentially the difference between building a healthy "house" for the roots to live in (manure/castings) and providing a "high-energy meal" (fertilizer) to fuel all that beautiful variegated growth! #TheMoreYouKnow 🌈🍋🌸❤️
Your child 😂😂 love your shirt!! Excited to see how this tree grows!