My Approach To Fertilizing The Garden

[@epicgardening]

I should hire this guy...

[@Pawketz]

All I know is if you do you better watch your veggie yields this guy has got some sticky fingers 🤣

[@Gardeningchristine]

@@Pawketz ripe strawberries are hard to resist. 🍓

[@wormulous]

All I know nowadays, these guys post, I pause most things and I watch. Such valuable information.

[@tropicalfoodforest_]

You two!!!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🌱🌱🌱

[@danieldow3094]

🤣😂

[@joacoley8413]

For a guy that has been watching youtube gardeners for a long time, i´m impressed by the quality of your tips, keep up the great work Jacques!

[@VaultDwellerGal]

Great info! Like a noob, I’ve been mixing slow release fertilizer in the soil at the bottom and center of containers. Now I know, and knowing is half the battle… G.I. Jacques

[@Gardeningchristine]

I believe you have found your calling. I also have a hobby/job. I really love most of what I do for a living and you really seem to enjoy your garden!

[@yhineidy131]

Watering before fertilizing is a great tips I been adding fertilizer while the soil is dry

[@YeahIsaidWhatISaid]

Hi, just wanted to tell you that I like your videos, very informative and concise. As someone that watched thousands of gardening videos I can say that I've learned new things from you. Keep it up👍

[@nnagle9224]

Thanks for the tip about fertilizer in the top of a grow bag. New information for me - and so logical.

[@tomthumb3880]

Excellent tip to fertilize after watering. Especially since all I do is container gardening due to lack of space.

[@lisag9752]

Thanks Jacques. Very informative! You clearly have teaching experience.

[@smas3256]

Zone 6b here. Tomato jungle and Florida weave. The weave saved my Roma Tomato plants this year. Those plants are finished w. good yield. Putting in fall seeds there now. What ever we get we are grateful. We've been fertilizing as you do but started using ash with all the rest. Great teaching videos Jacques. Thank you.

[@Zimmerchild]

This is so helpful. I lived on a family owned farm for 6 years (it's still there but I moved states again when I was 14), it's where my love started, and the only fertilizer we ever used was the cow pies with the manure spreader (this thing is so cool). So, knowing about more than poo 💩 is awesome. Thank you so much for the video! 💜🔮🌱🐾

[@tayjahrivera7156]

Thank you so much for this video! I’m in my third year gardening and have started to switch over to organic fertilizers.

[@LizThompson-ds1fl]

I love my cobra head tool. Have had it for close to 10 years. It’s indestructible and super versatile.

[@rebeccavalicoff1581]

I've found Agro- thrive really good too!

[@TruFinds77]

Love the Mexican sunflower!

[@Linda-we6en]

Thank you for this detailed info. I have been looking for info just like this. Thank you!

[@helenmcclellan452]

I wasn't aware about pre-watering before fertilizng with a liquid fertilizer. Now I know why one of my pepper plants looked aweful today...hmmm! Thanks!

[@EatSomeBagels]

worm casting also can add beneficial microbes to your soil

[@Arcticdi]

Thanks for clearing that up for me! Always worth while to watch your videos!

[@imafan2610]

Organic fertilizer is slow release, that is good. It also contains salts, so it is not salt free. In an organic garden that is at least 3 years old, it is as good as synthetic fertilizer in terms of getting plant yields. However, in a virgin garden,or a new bed that is not established there may not be enough native fertility or biota to convert the organic fertilizer into a form the plants need on time. Organic fertilizer depends on temperature. When it is cold, the soil organisms slow down. It is not a problem if you don't plant in the cooler months. When you have a new garden without much native fertility or a large soil web, organic fertilizer may not be able to provide enough nutrients when the plants need it. Organic gardens usually require more supplementation than conventional. There are also slow nitrogen conventional fertilizers that release over time. I agree that where nitrogen is concerned slow release is good, but with the option to give a quick boost when the the plants need it. Like when seedlings are actively growing.

[@CityWideGardens]

Perfect timing as I just got my fall raised beds here in NJ prepped and planted. I am happy to know I did it right since I saw the video after I prepped! Whew now I just need to grab my liquid fertilizer and my fertilizing game will be complete.

[@williammaxwell1919]

liquid fertiliser should be applied at ground level, not over the leaves. & yes, pre-watering the garden helps to prevent burn.

[@rebeljack4183]

Nice breakdowns of stages and growing styles.

[@gtrgenie]

AgroThrive is great! Also, weekly Mykos during vegetative and pre-flower makes super healthy plants.

[@yhineidy131]

Mykos is great, I use it when transplant seedlings

[@gtrgenie]

@@yhineidy131 I do too, but I saw on their website it could be used weekly. I tried it and was shocked at how fast my starts grew.

[@teenadamron7654]

Thanks I also thought it was just for transplanting

[@arielflint4193]

Thank you for providing a practical reason to not use the synthetic fertilizer.

[@teenadamron7654]

Yes that was very useful info

[@deborahrusignuolo7612]

Great information you are so good at explaining so us newbies can understand. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@siamstation]

Your hat looks new. What a great info . I use a lot of worm castings liquid. Blessings from Australia ❤️

[@vincent2872]

Been a big fan for a while now ! I learned so much from you guys I was planning setting up a drip irrigation system next spring,but it feels like every change I've made to my irrigation so far came with lots of mistakes, leaky connectors, messy setup etc. Do you already have a video (you or Kevin/Epic) that goes in depth in setting up irrigation systems, with some tips and the challenges that come with it ? That would help me so much

[@jacquesinthegarden]

This video is one I am currently planning!

[@AlvinMcManus]

Thanks this was useful info! I think I want a fertilizer injector for my drip now.

[@jaredmccutcheon5496]

I’m also a big fan of AgroThrive. Been using it for a couple years also in conjunction with Espoma fertilizers and it really makes your plants pop when it’s applied. My raised beds especially seem to love it. I use synthetic fertilizer when growing out seedlings though to get them as big as possible and once in the garden it’s all organic.

[@terrimarks3694]

very helpful thank you!

[@susanriggs8896]

How often do you fertilize?

[@moekusaki]

Seeing the title reminded me of how Kevin told everyone you use chemical fertilizers, because he was losing your tomato harvest contest 😂

[@italiana626sc]

So incredibly informational. Thank you!!

[@jedigothic6652]

Great video Jacque 👨🏼‍🌾🙏🏼💙

[@barbstcyr304]

Great information and thanks for sharing! Jacques, would you please share which Ez Flow fertilizer dispenser you use. Thank you!

[@garzaesther]

Hello, I can really like your channel because I see you really garden on a budget and I do it this way. I’m very new at this, not even a year. My question is what do you think about fertilizer made from lentils?

[@fadedprodigy8620]

I have land in Mexico, we use this very important fertilizers that come in pellet form. In Spanish it's called, abono. It's okay because these fertilizers are minerals derived from earth.

[@hillbillyshadetreefarm5732]

Currently I water my container garden every other day. I apply my liquid fertilizer the day after I deep water one time a week after checking that my soil is moist. Should I be apply my liquid fertilizer on same day that I water? - Rhonda, San Diego

[@llovenature]

thanks this video

[@Carmen-ok]

Love those espoma fertilizers, awesome video as always 💯👍🏼

[@gabbystorm2010]

Hi Jacques ! 👋 Love this video and thank you, i am starting my own seedlings but unfortunately about 80% of my seedlings got eaten by some kind of see through looking worm and i want to know what that is and how to prevent them from coming back as i had to restart my seedlings again im from Melbourne Australia also i have enjoyed all your video's and always look forward to the next one, i have learnt a lot from you and i thank you for that . Gabriel

[@critterjon4061]

I prefer to use a 1 to 1 to 1 ratio of bone meal, blood meal, and wood ash With periodic applications liquid feed thought out the growing season

[@ethanletzer3507]

Jacq come on man.....I use Agrothrive as well and there's no way you used enough!!! It's actually crazy how much of that product per gallon they tell you to use 😂😂. Just messing! Another great vid from our friendly neighborhood Garden Hermit!!

[@tammybinfl4755]

Great video again. I see you are using the Flowe and Fruit on everything. Why that versus the General Purpose? I have seen good results through all this heat in Fl. Thanks for sharing

[@jacquesinthegarden]

Since I am actively feeding plants that are setting fruits its better to support them with extra Phosphorus and Potassium which the Fruit and Flower increase!

[@tammybinfl4755]

Thanks I Have the fruit and flower also going to try that on new tomatoes I planted. Love your videos..thank you

[@kfetter9046]

Great tips Jacques! Btw, do you wash and sterilize your seedling pots when they are empty, or just rinse them out? I really hate having to wash everything.

[@vimondireksri8820]

Have you ever tried making your own fertilizers? Lactic acid, etc. ? Just curious

[@utarcher]

Love your videos, and this one is a huge help! Does it matter what time of day to fertilize? I have seen some folks saying that here in central Texas (9B) we shouldn't fertilize in the heat of the day because it stresses plants. Also, how the heck do you keep track of what's been fertilized and what hasn't? Or do you just not worry about over-fertilizing? I was about to fertilize my containers for the month but just saw we have 10 days of storms predicted, so I was wondering if maybe I should fertilize lightly with some granular stuff that won't wash away, and save the liquid for next week. I know y'all don't get a ton of rain out there, but would welcome any advice you have! 🤔

[@jacquesinthegarden]

I think since it is slow release a granular fertilizer would be fine but if you know its going to a rian a lot definitely avoid it as you will just end up with it mostly washed away and that is bad for the environment! Keeping track is hard, usually it is just sketchy memory haha

[@eileenbartnick7202]

Hello! Thank you for all the great information! A question I have and have asked if 2 other gardening utube channels and have not gotten any answer is, I am gardening in all grow bags. I have a 2 - 3 inch layer of straw mulch. When I want to add more granular fertilizer, do I need to remove the mulch first or can I just add on top of the mulch and when I water, it will still get to the plant with the water?? Thank you SO much for your response and help!! Happy gardening and have a wonderful day!!

[@daisyblooms4813]

I think it depends on how you water. If you have the containers on drip irrigation, you're doing to want to move the mulch and put the granular fert directly on top of the soil spread out near the drip emitters. If you're using a hose or can or whatever and are watering the top of the straw, putting the fert on top is fine. I would kind of mix it around a bit with my hand, though, so there isn't a bunch of fert sitting on top of the straw that can be blown away by the wind. :-)

[@eileenbartnick7202]

@@floweringevergreen3584 when I first put it in, that's about how much it was, but after lots of watering by the house, it's tamps down to a lot less. Grow bags can dry out so quickly, so I started with that amount.

[@eileenbartnick7202]

By the hose!!

[@daisyblooms4813]

@@floweringevergreen3584 2-3 inches of straw is what is recommended. I don't know about other types of mulch.

[@sharonk8424]

In the video he moved the straw out of the way.

[@connormurphy3085]

is that a giant ganja jungle behind him during the part where he’s potting up a pepper? 😂😂

[@nicholasliu-sontag1585]

You say that your fruiting plants need a higher phosphorous and potassium mix. Yet the fertilizers you're using are a 3-4-6 and a 5-5-3, which overall together seem like a pretty balanced mix, not high P or high K. Am I missing something? Thanks!

[@tjgii1207]

Do you grow most of your peppers in grow bags so you can over-winter them more easily?

[@lindasoaft9303]

So darn hot in SD I can barely get out to fertilize my garden😟

[@benjaminball5652]

I'm curious to know if Jacques would say the soil layer shown in the organic solid fertilizer section was dryer than it normally would be? I was somewhat shocked at how dry it looked, even though I realize it's probably a sandy layer.

[@ThatBritishHomestead]

I mostly use solid organic!

[@minhlouis3750]

Have you tried jadam?

[@jacquesinthegarden]

It is on the list of things I want to read and learn about this winter!

[@minhlouis3750]

@@jacquesinthegarden Great! I love jadam!

[@noahb1737]

I'll use organic fertilizer for all inground beds but for potted and container pots is it fine to use synthetic fertilizer as there's usually no worms. Is there a problem with using synthetic fertilizer for pots and containers?

[@blueblooded4831]

Jacques how do you keep your pups from sniffing up all the fertilizer. My Doberman Sheppard sticks her big snoot in all my caged tomato’s. She comes through like King Kong. Is there any deterrent you use for your dogs ?

[@lynnlovessoil]

What is the shelf life of worm castings and how do you store them?

[@jacquesinthegarden]

Honestly I am not sure about shelf life in this case

[@lynnlovessoil]

@@jacquesinthegarden they have a 60 day shelf life

[@boldpicturesgardeners]

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[@EVA-LWY]

Does the Agro Thrive smells like the fish emulsion?

[@cynthiablanton9106]

Would filling an ollas with the water/ liquid fertilizer mix work as well?

[@teenadamron7654]

I would also like to know this. Does he answered any of the questions I haven’t seen any answers

[@sylviakirchel2519]

Great video! Do you ever foliar spray with fish fertilizer or make some compost tea?

[@elph77]

Do I have to buy store bought fertilizers? Is there a way to do it all homemade without being exact?

[@fadedprodigy8620]

Look at the back of the ingredients list of all bags of fertilizers. Buy all ingredients separately, you'll be surprised how easy it is to buy and make your own fertilizer. Look up fertilizer ratios 😊

[@kathrynmettelka7216]

Has the Western drought affected your access to water for the garden?

[@TW-gb6mh]

Any ideas of how to keep my dog from eating the fertilizer after it is put down?

[@Neenerella333]

They LOVE It! From fresh compost, to blood and bone meal. I put in my little fence, just for that reason. When I first put in a mini pick up truck full of omni mix into the pit garden, my chow rolled in it like it was catnip. I guess you just have to keep them inside or supervised when you first put it in, and water. Good luck.

[@metro3692]

Hi Jacques, Do you generally use 15g bags for peppers?

[@tomthumb3880]

I use 10 gallon for peppers and 15 for tomatoes.

[@jacquesinthegarden]

I feel like 10 is plenty for peppers!

[@teenadamron7654]

I would also like to know this

[@swankshire6939]

how do you have this big of a garden and not have your own worm bin?

[@lynnlovessoil]

Do you mulch your container plants?

[@jacquesinthegarden]

I do mulch all my containers!

[@cinn1145]

@@jacquesinthegarden You're awesome!💚

[@SHARONSHORTOrchidsandGarden]

You are over thinking it and it's a waist of money!!!.I don't buy liquid Fert.,just drop any fertilizer in a bucket of rainwater to dilute and use residual for a quick liq. feeding and that's any fert., I choose!!

[@michaelarchambault217]

Lol the staged fence crossings... i can just imagine you do them a few times to get the best shot 🤣

[@yannikin]

Where is Eric?

[@tulle7358]

Fertility…? I’m guessing you meant fertilizer 😀😆

[@iangutgesell1931]

Would love the opportunity to teach you both your plants don't adapt to you they follow your training to watering. However y'all have a primitive look at the reality of fertilizer and what you might use instead

[@iangutgesell1931]

Talk to Kevin. Need to know why y'all don't find something adaptive....tomatoes extremely adaptive. Doubling up your mix kills the environment your plants grow in. I would like to show you not tell you and Kevin how really world compost becomes. Not a mixed fertile dirt. A shit storm that becomes your mixture for your dirt.