A: We base our fertilization rates for trees and shrubs by the.

Make holes about 8 to 12 inches deep. Space the holes about 2 feet apart in large concentric circles, starting 1 1/2 feet from stump grinding chesapeake trunk of young trees or 3 feet from the trunk of larger, more mature trees. Divide the amount of fertilizer needed, and place it equally into each hole.

Then water the area. Oct 31, Q: Why should I fertilize my trees & shrubs in the fall? 1.

Plus, you open up the tree to additional wounds that can lead to other problems.

Encourages Vigorous Tree Growth. 2. Promotes Expansion of Root System. Whether an evergreen, a deciduous tree, or shrub, fertilizer can help plants 3. Helps Restore Nutrients from Soil. Fertilizing your trees Estimated Reading Time: 8 mins.

I would recommend a soil test with your local Extension Service through the University system.

Fertilizing evergreens are only required if the tree is losing its dark green color from a lack of nutrients. What a Plant Needs First of all, evergreens typically only need sunshine and water, but for normal growth, a plant also needs 17 nutrients.

Hydrogen, carbon, and oxygen are pulled from the stumpclearing.barted Reading Time: 2 mins. May 19, If you do fertilize, fertilize in the fall, between late October and early December, or in late winter or early spring, between late February and early April. Never fertilize in late summer or early fall because the available nutrients will stimulate new growth at a time when trees and shrubs are preparing for dormancy. Oct 02, When you fertilize in the fall, it will help your trees and shrubs stay healthy throughout winter by supplementing the nutrients lost when you rake fallen leaves away.

As a rule of thumb, you should only fertilize in the fall when the soil is around 55 degrees Fahrenheit to prevent unseasonal growth that can damage the stumpclearing.barted Reading Time: 2 mins.