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Fertilizing Perennial Garden #894291

Asked March 13, 2025, 10:35 AM EDT

Is it a good idea to sprinkle 10-10-10 fertilizer this time of year in my perennial garden?

Dakota County Minnesota

Expert Response

Putting fertilizer down when plants are not actively growing is a waste. Plus, it may wash into the rivers/lakes. Wait until your plants are up and growing.

Barbara, Anoka County MG, TCA Replied March 13, 2025, 8:20 PM EDT

This work is supported in part by New Technologies for Ag Extension grant no. 2020-41595-30123 from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Fertilizing Perennial Garden #894291

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