What are the ingredients in Holly-tone?
Holly-tone® consists of 4% nitrogen, 3% phosphate, 4% soluble potash, 3% calcium, 5% sulfur, and 895 colony-forming units per gram of helpful microbes. Don’t worry about bleaching or burning from this convenient slow release formula, and it is completely safe to use around children and pets. While it is rich in natural organics providing the ideal balance of nutrients, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium, Holly-Tone is also enhanced with Bio-tone® microbes, an amazing blend of beneficial microorganisms.Holly-tone is the original plant food for all acid-loving plants! It’s a rich blend of the finest natural & organic ingredients and enhanced with humates & beneficial microbes. No sludges or fillers are ever used.Holly-tone ® is an organic, slow-release fertilizer and is enhanced with Bio-tone ® microbes, so it is very safe to use. Established acid-loving plants should be fed twice yearly, spring and late fall.Holly-tone ® is an organic, slow-release fertilizer and is enhanced with Bio-tone ® microbes, so it is very safe to use. Established acid-loving plants should be fed twice yearly, spring and late fall.Products like Holly-tone are excellent since they provide both nutrients and help acidify the soil.
What plants benefit from Holly-tone?
Holly-tone ® is a fertilizer designed to feed plants that prefer to live in acidic soils. Some examples of acid-loving plants are: azalea, dogwood, rhododendron, ferns, hemlock, holly, hydrangea, juniper, arborvitae, magnolia, Japanese Andromeda (pieris), pachysandra, vinca and many other evergreens. Espoma Organic Holly-tone 4-3-4 Natural & Organic Evergreen & Azalea Plant Food; 36 lb. Bag; The Original & Best Fertilizer for all Acid Loving Plants including Rhododendrons & Hydrangeas.It also contains 3% calcium (Ca), 1% magnesium (Mg) and 5% sulfur (S). The sulfur component is the key here, as this product will act to raise the acidity of the soil where it’s used. Espoma’s organic Holly-Tone fertilizer for acid-loving plants.Top highlights FOR USE ON: For all Acid-loving plants; Use Espoma Organic Soil Acidifier for azaleas, hydrangeas, rhododendrons, blueberries, evergreens, strawberries, camellias, and all plants that thrive in acidic soils.Holly Tone is an organic, balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K analysis of 4-3-4. It also contains 3% calcium (Ca), 1% magnesium (Mg) and 5% sulfur (S). The sulfur component is the key here, as this product will act to raise the acidity of the soil where it’s used.
When to fertilize holly trees?
Holly benefits from a balanced, slow-release fertilizer with a ratio of 10-10-10 or an organic equivalent. Timing: The best times to fertilize are in early spring before new growth begins and again in mid-summer to support continued growth. Holly-tone ® is an organic, slow-release fertilizer and is enhanced with Bio-tone ® microbes, so it is very safe to use. Established acid-loving plants should be fed twice yearly, spring and late fall. Sprinkle Holly-tone ® around like adding salt and pepper to food.Holly benefits from a balanced, slow-release fertilizer with a ratio of 10-10-10 or an organic equivalent. Timing: The best times to fertilize are in early spring before new growth begins and again in mid-summer to support continued growth.A general rule of thumb is, if it is an evergreen and keeps its leaves or needles, use Holly Tone. Some notable exceptions are dogwoods, blueberries, magnolia, raspberries, ferns, and several other acid-loving plants, all of which would benefit from Holly Tone. Everything else can be fertilized with Plant Tone.Holly Tone is an organic, balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K analysis of 4-3-4. It also contains 3% calcium (Ca), 1% magnesium (Mg) and 5% sulfur (S). The sulfur component is the key here, as this product will act to raise the acidity of the soil where it’s used.Long-lasting Nutrient Supply Plant-tone and Holly-tone are designed to feed your plants gently and consistently for up to six months. As the ground freezes, these fertilizers temporarily halt their feeding process, resuming only when the soil thaws in spring.
What plants can be fertilized with Holly Tone?
Holly-tone is an organic & natural fertilizer that’s not just for Hollies. It can be used for any acid-loving plants, such as blueberries, camellias, rhododendrons, evergreens, hydrangeas and more. You will want to fertilize your plants twice a year – In early spring and late fall. A general rule of thumb is, if it is an evergreen and keeps its leaves or needles, use Holly Tone. Some notable exceptions are dogwoods, blueberries, magnolia, raspberries, ferns, and several other acid-loving plants, all of which would benefit from Holly Tone.
Can Holly-tone improve flower production?
Bigleaf, Oakleaf & Mountain Hydrangeas: Thrive with Holly-tone to maintain the right soil acidity and overall plant health. Panicle & Smooth Hydrangeas: Benefit most from Flower-tone to encourage larger, more colorful flowers. Espoma Organic Flower-tone (3-4-5) – Best for Maximizing Blooms. For gardeners who want to maximize flower production across all hydrangea varieties, Flower-tone is the ideal choice. With a higher phosphorus content, this fertilizer encourages larger and more vibrant blooms.
Can I use Holly-tone on everything?
A general rule of thumb is, if it is an evergreen and keeps its leaves or needles, use Holly Tone. Some notable exceptions are dogwoods, blueberries, magnolia, raspberries, ferns, and several other acid-loving plants, all of which would benefit from Holly Tone. Everything else can be fertilized with Plant Tone. We recommend using organic Espoma Rose Tone or Holly- tone. Your roses will enjoy an occasional water-soluble feeding in between granular feedings.Organic, slow-release fertilizers for roses (such as a 15-10-10, or 10-5-5 formula) work well on hydrangeas, giving the plants the nutrients they need to increase the size and quantity of their blooms.