The Fertrell Tree And Shrub Program
Early Spring: Rake back mulch, spread Fertrell Holly Care 4-6-4 1 lb.per inch diameter of stem to drip line. If weeds are present in bed, add Fertrell WeedBan 20 lbs.per 1000 sq.ft.
Replace old mulch, water in with Fertrell Liquid #3 1.25 oz per gal. Add a layer of new softwood bark mulch (pine, hemlock,etc. ) for a total of about 3 inches(keep back from stem/trunk).
Early Fall: Same as early spring (no WeedBan)
Late Fall: Apply Fertrell Soil Mineralizer 10 lbs. per 1000 sq.ft.
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Spring |
Summer |
Fall |
Holly Care 4-6-4 |
1lb per inch diameter of stem |
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1lb per inch diameter of stem |
WeedBan |
20 lb per 1000 sqft (if required.) |
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20 lb per 1000 sqft (if required.) |
Liquid #3 |
1.25 oz per gallon |
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1.25 oz per gallon |
Soil Mineralizer |
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10lb per 1000 sq. ft |
New Plantings:
Prepare planting hole, add 1/3 high quality compost to the original soil, mix well, plant the shrub/tree at the proper depth, allowing for the mulch layer. After back filling, water in with Fertrell Liquid #3 1.25 oz per gal. After planting, top dress soil with Fertrell Holly Care 4-6-4 1 lb. per inch diameter of stem. Add softwood bark mulch (pine, hemlock,etc.) for a total of about 3 inches (keep back from stem/trunk).
A soil test is recommended if If soils are of unknown quality or have not been tested recently, a soil test is highly recommended for a large planting. Contact your Fertrell representative or the main office for a soil test kit.
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Planting |
After Planting |
Liquid #3 |
1.25 oz per gallon |
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Holly Care 4-6-4 |
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1lb per inch diameter of stem |
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