Why plants need feeding
UAE soil and many potting mixes are low in nutrients, and watering washes nutrients away over time. Regular, light feeding keeps plants growing strongly and flowering well.
Organic options
Organic fertilizers feed plants gently and improve soil over time. Bio Organic Fertilizer GPC XTRA is a 1 kg pack suited to garden beds, pots and vegetable plants.
When to feed
Feed during the active growing season, which in the UAE runs through the cooler months and into spring. Reduce feeding during the hottest part of summer, when many plants slow down.
How much
Always follow the pack instructions. More is not better, and too much fertilizer can burn roots. Water well after feeding so nutrients reach the root zone.
Signs of hunger
Pale leaves, slow growth and few flowers can all mean a plant needs feeding, but check watering and light first, as these cause similar symptoms.
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