How to mulch?
#1
08-09-14, 05:03 PM
How to mulch?
I would like to mulch our rose and types of plants to protect from heat and save water. One problem I always face is when I want to fertilize the plant e.g. with granules, I have to clear the mulch around each plant and then replace. This is a tedious work and lot of waste of mulch.
I am looking for some suggestions!
Thanks
I am looking for some suggestions!
Thanks
#2
08-09-14, 05:14 PM
You should leave a void around the plant anyway so the shaft of the plant can dry out from ground moisture and prevent rot. Rose roots are not that voluminous, so fertilizing within a foot of the plant should not burn it.
#3
08-09-14, 09:39 PM
Thanks for the quick response Chandler!
I usually fertilize an area of about 12-24 inches circle around the plants, of course depending on the size of plant. But that is also the area I like to cover with mulch to protect the soil from sun. So I was wondering what others are doing to fertilize without disturbing the mulch. Only way I can think of is using water soluble fertilizers and no granules, right?
I usually fertilize an area of about 12-24 inches circle around the plants, of course depending on the size of plant. But that is also the area I like to cover with mulch to protect the soil from sun. So I was wondering what others are doing to fertilize without disturbing the mulch. Only way I can think of is using water soluble fertilizers and no granules, right?
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08-10-14, 12:06 PM
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Water soluble mixed in a known volume of water so we get the correct amount according to directions. Apply the mixture by drip irrigation using a regulated siphon hose.
An old - long ago deceased nurseryman - once told me " if it wasn't for fertilizer I would most likely be out of business" . Yes, you get the gist of his statement.
An old - long ago deceased nurseryman - once told me " if it wasn't for fertilizer I would most likely be out of business" . Yes, you get the gist of his statement.
