An excellent all-purpose plant food that contains both fast and slow release Nitrogen. Contains necessary trace elements to aid in development of plant and crop yield. These elements need to be replenished since they are quickly depleted by the high use and demand on the soil by vegetable plants.

Application Rates:

Vegetable beds: 2 lbs. per 100 sq. ft.
Vegetable rows: 1/2 lb. per 25 feet of row
Bedding plants: 1/2 lb. per 25 sq. ft.
Ornamentals & shrubs: 1/2 cup per 3 feet of height

Always Read and Follow Label Directions.

Analysis: 11-15-11 with Trace Elements. An excellent all-purpose plant food that contains both fast and slow release Nitrogen. Specially formulated for all types of gardening practices such as growing Vegetables, Roses, Flowers, Ornamental Shrubs, Trees, etc.

Gardening is a favorite hobby enjoyed by many individuals. To help you with your gardening, ferti•lome® Gardener’s Special has been specially formulated for all types of gardening practices such as growing vegetables, roses, flowers, ornamental shrubs, trees, etc. The 11-15-11 formulation provides a generous supply of plant nutrients that are needed for plant growth.

One key to successful gardening is to start with well prepared soil. Prior to planting or fertilizing work, till the garden soil to a depth of 6 to 14 inches. Follow the growing guide below for good fertilization practices.

Growing Guide +

Tomatoes, Peppers:

Mix 3/4 to 1 lb. of ferti•lome® Gardener’s Special per 25 ft. of row into the top 4-6 in. of soil prior to planting. After blossoms set, side fertilize plants with 3/4 lb. per 25 ft. of row, and water in well.

Beans, Peas, Corn, Okra, etc.

Scatter a 6 to 12 in. band of ferti•lome® Gardener’s Special at the rate of 3/4 lb. per 25 ft. of row when plants are 2 to 6 in. tall. When plants are 10 to 12 in. tall, make another application at the rate of ¾ lb. per 25 ft. of row. Mix into the soil and water in.

Vine Crops Melons, Cucumbers, Squash, etc.

At planting and about every 4 to 6 weeks thereafter, scatter 1/3 cup ferti•lome® Gardener’s Special around each hill. Water in well.

Root Crops Potatoes, Onions, etc.

At planting time scatter ferti•lome® Gardener’s Special along the bottom of the furrow at the rate of 2 lbs. per 25 ft. of row. Mix with the soil.

Leaf Crops Lettuce, Cabbage, etc.

Fertilize every three weeks, scattering a 6 to 8 in. band of ferti•lome® Gardener’s Special along each side of the row at the rate of 3/4 lb. to every 25 ft. of row. Water in well.

Roses, Azaleas, and Other Ornamental Trees & Shrubs

Sprinkle a light coating out to the spread of the widest branches at the rate of 1/2 heaping tablespoon per new plant, and 1/2 cup for each 3 ft. of height for established plants. Mix lightly into the soil and water well.

Guaranteed Analysis

Total Nitrogen (N)	11%
Ammoniacal Nitrogen	5.0%
Urea Nitrogen*	6.0%
Available Phosphate (P2O5)	15%
Soluble Potash (K2O)	11%
Boron (B)	0.02%
Copper (Cu)	0.05%

Water Soluble Copper (Cu)	0.05%
Iron (Fe)	0.10%
Water Soluble Iron (Fe)	0.10%
Manganese (Mn)	0.05%
Water Soluble Manganese (Mn)	0.05%
Zinc (Zn)	0.05%
Water Soluble Zinc (Zn)	0.05%

*6.0% Slowly Available Urea Nitrogen from Polymer Coated Sulfur Coated Urea.

Derived From

Ammonium Sulfate, Polymer Coated Sulfur Coated Urea, Ammonium Phosphate, Muriate of Potash, Sodium Borate, Copper Sulfate, Iron (II) Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate.

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