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Jewels’s Question
I have 58 houseplants and a gardener sold me some Osmocote 277160 Flower and Vegetable Smart-Release Plant Food, 14-14-14.
I have no idea how much I should use on 6-8 in. potted plants. Most of my plants are begonia’s.
Can you help me please?
Thank you,
Julie
Posted by Julie Schoneberg on February 16, 2017
Marianne's Response
Happy to help. Your Osmocote is perfect for the potted plants. Just use one teaspoon per 6 inch to 8 inch pot. Try to work the product into the soil a bit if you are adding it to potted plants or mix it into the potting soil if you are repotting. The Osmocote will release slowly over time and you will not need to reapply for about 9 months. I see beautiful begonias in your future. Keep Growing, Marianne Binetti
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