Q&A - Should I fertilize shrubs in November?
Question:
Should I fertilize my shrubs and Japanese maples in November?
Answer:
November is a little late to be fertilizing shrubs and trees. It would encourage new green growth which would be killed by frost. UT Extension Horticultural Specialist Carol Reese says there is a place for fall fertilization to help the tree get nutrients for the next year but November is too late.
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Should I fertilize my shrubs and Japanese maples in November?
Answer:
November is a little late to be fertilizing shrubs and trees. It would encourage new green growth which would be killed by frost. UT Extension Horticultural Specialist Carol Reese says there is a place for fall fertilization to help the tree get nutrients for the next year but November is too late.
Related Videos:
Should I fertilize my shrubs in the spring?
Spring Shrub Check-up
Kinds of Fertilizer
Related Resources:
Fertilizing Trees & Shrubs
A Gardener’s Guide to Fertilizing Trees & Shrubs
Fertilizing Trees and Shrubs