The BEST GUIDE To Fertilizing FRUIT TREES In Spring On The Internet!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

If you enjoyed this video, please "Like" and share to help increase its reach! Thanks for watching 😊TIMESTAMPS for convenience: 0:00 Fertilizing Fruit Trees Introduction 0:27 Step #1: Fertilizing Schedule Timing 2:36 Step #2: Proper Fertilizer Application 5:30 Step #3: Compost And Mulch 10:20 Step #4: Water Soluble Fertilizers 15:05 Adventures With Dale

[@The_Dougie]

Great video as usual. Would you be interested in a cherry plum? I could graft a branch of mine for you. I live in Fayetteville.

[@MichaelRei99]

Your videos are just so thorough and saturated with all of the whys and the how’s you just leave nothing to question. And somehow you make all of that entertaining. My hat is off to you! And then there is the real star of the show Dale! He’s the best!!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Thank you! I'm really happy to hear that. Dale appreciates it and sends his love ❤

[@jewelweed7427]

"Gardening isn't free; it's an investment." So true! Great quote. Thanks for this helpful video. I'm wondering if you have any recommendations for fertilizing grape vines?

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You can fertilize them just like the fruit trees in this video. To me, there is no difference.

[@koubenakombi3066]

Great quote!

[@Maspets]

It certainly isn't free that's for sure. And too much trouble.

[@CAngel-x9u]

@@MaspetsNot too much trouble if you are a true gardener/ farmer! Then it’s a joy and free therapy 😉

[@Maspets]

@@CAngel-x9u Do you enjoy murdering a bunch of innocent wildlife?

[@chestrockwell7306]

Man this dude is a blessing..I recommend if you you have any place to grow anything …do it!!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I appreciate it!

[@CardiacCat]

Glad to know I'm not the only one buying fertilizer when they put it on clearance in the fall. But just think, for the price of a Starbucks coffee or even a 20oz soda these days, you can feed your tree and just look at the bounty it gives you in return.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Fall fertilizer clearances are hit-or-miss and unreliable, but when you find one, be sure to take advantage. I'll never get onboard with the $6 coffee culture 😅

[@teenagardner3623]

Absolutely gardening is an investment, and so is your health. Both we can be very thrifty with. Plus, both are work. The rewards come back in so many ways beyond explanation. Being outside with fresh air, sunshine, lifting, twisting, hands in dirt. I don't need a gym subscription. I think that savings alone pays for all my fertilizer to grow wholesome food.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Yep. People often forget the health benefits of gardening. You may or may not save money growing your own food compared to buying from a grocery store, but have you seen the cost of medications and healthcare? You can't put a price on your health. The exercise, Vitamin D from the sun and health benefits of the food are immeasurable. There is a reason why there are so many old farmers.

[@Maspets]

@@TheMillennialGardener There are many old bankers, teachers, dancers, CEOs...you don't sound science-based.

[@CAngel-x9u]

@@MaspetsWhy are you on this channel if you loathe gardening and actual hand work? This is the second ugly comment on this video!

[@Earthy-Artist]

Aww Dale 🐶! I've been following lots of your advice because I've been very busy planting a mini fruit forest this year on our small suburban property. Thank you!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome!

[@NPC2_4_U]

I love your channel. I'm a 70 year old Yankee 30 years in coastal SC. I'm probably a zone or 2 under you. My citrus really got hit his year with two 19° days. They're coming back nicely though. Your shed distracts me because I watch the 'shed repo' channel. People rent to own and live in them and many don't make the payments. I hope you aren't renting it. Hahahha!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I only pay cash. My mantra is if you can’t buy it cash, you can’t afford it. The only “safe” loan is a fixed rate mortgage. I finance nothing else! I wait patiently til I can afford it. Thanks for watching in SC!

[@NPC2_4_U]

@@TheMillennialGardener 'Just havin' fun.' If you're from coastal SC you'll know that slogan. :) Thanks for responding, Mr. M Gardener. Very neighborly.

[@PeteCorp]

Yes. This was just the topic I'm dealing with now.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Glad I could be timely!

[@lisatutler-jones5992]

I love it cuz! I'm especially loving the hydrangeas! Great job! I had other commentary but I forgot already😂 I am stoked about the gardening season. I need to come by.

[@FloridaGirl-]

This was extremely helpful! Especially the fertilizers measurement breakdown! Thanks so much for the vid!!

[@melaniewhittington7857]

What a good video and information. Thank you.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You’re welcome!

[@lalithaganesan3372]

I am build my garden based on your informative videos. Thank you so much for providing detailed instructions 🙏

[@danicafortenberry8832]

Thanks MG! Bit north of you here in NC and thanks to you I expanded my 'trees' by getting an owari. I re-watch your videos on them a lot. Now I have another to put the best foot forward for the rest of my trees! Born instructor! Your detail helps a lot with confidence in gardening and fruit tree care (THANK YOU!). I had a question for you on the water barrels/thermal mass used for the citrus - do you leave them in place and full all year long?

[@paulrichards2570]

Thank you so much for all you amazing videos! You have helped me so Much! I am from Michigan originally but live in Summerville, SC now and have had such a hard time adjusting to growing in these conditions. Your videos have made me a success with my figs, citrus, and garden in general. Thank you again and keep putting out amazing info!!

[@cdybft9050]

Welcome to The South. Dixie. Don’t demand we change and don’t vote for higher taxes and woke BS. We are getting sick of it.

[@matthewleewillis]

I love all of your videos, you deserve all the success you get and more!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I appreciate it very much.

[@teribelleau137]

Perfect....THANK YOU...THANK YOU...THANK YOU. Thank the lord I waited for your video...lol I would have done it completely wrong. YOU ROCK!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I'm glad it was helpful! I like knowing these videos are helping people.

[@qwerty1234561233]

Thanks!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Thank you so much for your support and generosity!! I really appreciate it ❤

[@stephaniegee227]

I'd give a lot to find a channel that addresses middle TN, but until that happens - you seem to be the best one.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I could drive 30 mins away to Kure Beach and they're an entire hardiness zone warmer than me. The stuff that can grow on that little protected peninsula is amazing. The truth is that no backyard will match your conditions 100%, so even if you found someone in your very own town, it wouldn't be the same. A lot of the fun and reward in this is figuring it out, and that's the best part. Most of the procedures are the same, and it all comes down to timing. A journal can really help if you struggle with timing. That way, every year you can look back on what worked and what didn't.

[@MichellesMakeupHeavenOribe]

Thank you for such amazing video. You always give great information and the price breakdown for those who need it is a plus!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You’re welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@82Julian]

Another great video 💪 friend

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Thank you!

[@craigjacob3704]

I need to get some fertilizer for my fruit trees little brother. We planted them about 3 weeks ago and used about a once or two of organic root stimulator on each one of them in a two gallon jug for the first feeding using clear water for the second jug.. They came right away.

[@tthappyrock368]

Good reminder not only to fertilize the trees but also about mulching them! I think I need to go out and pull back some of the mulch I got too close around the base of one of mine!

[@WanderingBobAK]

Excellent video! Neat, clear and concise.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@lilspittin313]

Good info and to see Dale on his throne ^^

[@TheMillennialGardener]

He's a good boy. A bit manipulative, though 😆

[@Allknowingkeith]

Watching this was very beneficial. Gotta get some cow manure. Already have fertilizer and straw.

[@portaamber]

😂 Dale is a ninja!

[@Pausereflectandbreathe]

I'm looking forward on the last part of the video with Dale. He's a good dog. 😂

[@kashbassey9149]

So very helpful!!❤❤

[@nickka2009]

Great video. Lab soil test also helpful for anyone who noticed previous trouble with their fruit trees

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I’m always wary of soil tests, because I can take 4 samples from all 4 corners of my yard and get 4 different results. The nutrients will also vary each year depending on what the trees take and what I put back in. But, for diagnosing individual problems, it probably has merit.

[@nickka2009]

@@TheMillennialGardener if you recall my entire fig orchard struggled and was stagnant for years. We communicated a while back. I had no idea the soil in ground was the culprit. I put up shade cloth, watered more, and even pruned more. It turned out there was almost zero nitrogen in my soil. All other macro and micro plentiful. Second soil test from another lab exact results. How this can happen is still beyond me. Who stole the nitrogen? The soil test saved me sanity.

[@INeedABeatDJ]

I use Espoma Tree-Tone on my fruit trees. You drill holes around the drip line and add it that way.

[@cselfie7234]

Very helpful and well done. Thanks I will be taking your advice.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sylvia10101]

Thank you MG! I always look forward to your videos! They always have great, useful information!! And Dale is so adorable, as usual! Thank you 😊👍👍

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome! I really appreciate you watching them. Dale is beyond adorable. He gets everything he wants...he is a master manipulator!!

[@sylvia10101]

That Dale!!😁

[@Nature-Is-My-Home]

Another great video. Thanks as always!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome!

[@edwardflamm2375]

Great enjoy learning from you.Calabash area thanks watch many of your videos

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome! That's where my parents live, so I know it pretty well.

[@eddiemcdonald4720]

Great video and very helpful. I took notes for next spring. I didn’t know the part about working the fertilizer into the soil and then adding more compost

[@mariap.894]

This was great! Made it simple and clear, LOVE it!🎉👏👏👏👏👏👏 Make a T-shirt. "Gardening isn't free...is an investment " 😊👍🌻 The incredible Dale and his super spy ear abilities...the cheese treat😂😂😂😂. Too cute 🐕🥰🧡❤️💜🩵

[@nildaotero2933]

Excellent video, thanks for all the great info.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome!

[@eljardin.de-la-reinaabeja]

Wow this video is saturated with a lot of great information, thank you for sharing.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful.

[@lynettetucker544]

Very good information on this topic.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Thank you!

[@DIneshkumar-zm7ht]

Good information

[@helenjonas5953]

Just found you! I love your thorough explanations of everything you do. Learning so much. I have a food forest in zone 10a. Peaches have already set fruit, citrus has flowers, everything else has pushed new leaves. Is it too late for me to fertilize?

[@eggertraymond]

The information you provide in your videos is impeccable 👌 thanks so much for all your help!!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome! Glad it was helpful.

[@pixiegirl1730]

Aww Dale! My doggies come running when I touch the cheese in the fridge 😀

[@TheMillennialGardener]

They have very powerful cheese sensors.

[@moomieification]

Here in VA zone 7b in Blue Ridge valley, seems we are having a very early spring after an El Nino winter with one snowfall in Jan. I'm afraid my young trees will break dormancy early and succumb to plummeting nighttime temps that are really characteristic of this area. Wondering whether I fertilize early or keep covering the trees with shade cloths? I'm thinking last frost date could be at least 2 weeks early and maybe more. Enjoy your videos and have learned so much from you, thanks, even if you don't have time to answer this.

[@TheHornMedic]

You’re the man, how often do you fertilize during the season. Thanks

[@TheMillennialGardener]

It depends on the tree and if it's deciduous or evergreen, as well as how long your "frost-free season" is. I went over how many times to fertilize during the video, because it's going to depend on the tree. For example, my citrus and avocado trees get food all year round since they never stop growing. My peaches, apples, pears, figs, etc. only get food in the spring and summer.

[@veronicablessed9808]

Blessings thanks for your tip about the clearance fertilizer👊🏼🙌🏼Thank you!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome! Glad I could help.

[@asianmurican3739]

About your banana trees. I lived in Ohio, and I always cut them down to the trunks and covered it with mulching leaves so that it can comeback next season. Is this necessary? BTW, I love all of your videos.

[@ll3174]

Very detailed information thank you

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chestrockwell7306]

This helped a lot!!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Glad it was helpful!

[@danielasmith4928]

Thank You so much! I love your channel!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@teter129]

Thoughts regarding the use of landscape fabric with mulch on top? Live in Florida, weeds have vigor here!

[@veronicablessed9808]

Blessings the soluble and water fertilizer I apply it on top of mulch or have to take it out? Your answer is appreciated Thanks!

[@AkashP-o5i]

My white guava tree is in ground here in Houston Texas. It seems to have lost it leaves after freeze and am looking to see how I should fertilize to get new green leaves and growth going? I fertilized today with fish fertilizer, Jobes all purposes fertilizer, and Osmocote 14-14-14 don't know if this is a good regimen and how often

[@weitang1196]

Do you need fertilizer on a new plant tree? Thanks...I'm getting persimmon this year

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Yes, absolutely. New transplants need all the help they can get to establish. The less established they are, the more they rely on external fertilizing and care. They aren’t self-sufficient.

[@weitang1196]

@@TheMillennialGardener thanks so much

[@bobroberts9306]

I decided this spring to feed six-one year old bare root fruit trees and searched for a specific fertilizer made for fruit trees. There are so many that have NPK ratios so drastically different and no local nurseries could suggest any particular one or why the NPK ratio differs so much from one product to another. Thank you for your video explanation of how and when to fertilize fruit trees. I'm going to copy your fruit tree fertilizer program, but I have a question, is there any reason why you used Espoma's Plant-tone fertilizer rather than their Tree-Tone fertilizer? Thanks

[@CraftEccentricity]

I use triple 20 on all my trees with a shot of Calmag

[@TheMillennialGardener]

It seriously doesn't matter. Just buy the least expensive organic fertilizer on a per-pound cost. As long as all NPK is represented fairly balanced, it's fine. I don't care if it's 5-5-5, 5-3-3, 6-2-4, 4-5-4, 5-2-4...seriously, it doesn't matter. As long as you don't give them something like 15-0-40, you're fine. That isn't balanced. Each number should only be a few apart. The reason why there are so many different fertilizers is because it gives companies license to jack the prices through to roof to pretend they're somehow specialized. They aren't. They're all made out of the same ingredients: blood meal, bone meal, feather meal and a few other things. Buy the cheapest organic roughly 5-5-5ish fertilizer you can find.

[@xxCrystalxx321]

​@The Millennial Gardener we have oscmocote plus for a different plant which is 15-9-12. Would this be balanced enough for a peach tree?

[@michaelnemeth689]

Great video. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome!

[@heatherlaw6162]

Thank you for the information

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You’re welcome!

[@anniebodos]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I am finding it very helpful. Do you have any suggestions for a red globe peach tree?

[@cdburgess75]

Conservative decision is raise rabbit & chickens. There is almost all the fertilizer you need. Thank you for teaching me about the hay compost (pee pee) urea trick. If I stop drinking beer, I may be able to do this holistic like :)

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Unfortunately, that isn't feasible for 90+% of people due to zoning laws, neighborhood requirements, backyard size...it isn't possible. You need to be zoned for that, have room for it, build the infrastructure and have the permits, and then it makes it really hard to ever go on vacation and get away. A $9 bag of fertilizer does the same thing with none of the work 😅 Fertilizer is really inexpensive stuff. I don't know how it got the reputation for being expensive.

[@MarcosMourap]

What are your thoughts on stick fertilizers?

[@zlatamontgomery1593]

Thank you for you video. Please tell me if you have any idea. - “ Why my “ Persimon “ tree 3-4 y.old drop green big fruits ., this springs I was cut a lot little down branch from tree. Zlata Florida

[@nancymcmillan3890]

What are your thoughts on Osmocote? I never hear it mentioned. Your videos are always informative. Thank you.

[@eyedantt]

I have a pear tree that is always blooming a month too early and then falls victim to a couple freezing nights. Are there techniques to slow that process down? I’m in North Carolina zone 8

[@AkashP-o5i]

Do you have one on potted guava?

[@Dj_Medic]

I got a bit of a problem right now it's over a month until my last frost date but because of the warm weather we've been getting all my trees have already broke dormancy so I don't know if I'm supposed to fertilize them now or not since they're already awake.

[@anjanean]

Please share a link on what this is called and where you purchased the collapsible pool like thing you used to make you own plant mix. Thank you.

[@chehab8763]

How long do you keep your fig trees in the 5 gallon container? Couple years or more? Also, how long can I keep them in the 5 gallon container

[@Gilbertmk2]

What about those fertilizer spikes? I use those on my fruit trees.

[@valoriegriego5212]

Thanks for the knowledge.😃 I'm sure it is hard to say no more to cute Dale.🐕

[@TheMillennialGardener]

You're welcome! He doesn't have an ounce of fat on him, so I'll allow it. I wish I could sleep 20 hours a day and be ripped 😂

[@valoriegriego5212]

@@TheMillennialGardener 😄

[@gezamadarasz6889]

How do you water the tree with all that mulch and how do you know when the tree needs water?

[@cherylhowker1792]

Is this the same for dwarf trees in large pots? As I have 5 one apple, pear, plum, fig, cherry. And just wanna make sure I do it right. And I have small apple, pear trees inground that I didn’t plant,and a large plum,apple,pear. And again all of them haven’t had any care for min of 2years I’ve lived here as don’t know what I’m doing and need to be careful what I do as my dog is into everything not like dale lol. And as for before I come I don’t know what was done🙂 But I know that usually in uk they plant stuff and leave it to grow lol. So any and all info you can give would be amazing. Thanks ya.

[@shekharmoona544]

I just put some liquid fertilizer on our cabbage and a week later...BOOM!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Water soluble feed works quickly.

[@gabriellewis8699]

Great information

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Thank you!

[@gabriellewis8699]

@@TheMillennialGardener your information was right on time because I was planning to fertilize tomorrow and I didn’t have any compost and wasn’t going to but I’ll get some first thing in the morning before I start.

[@---Cybil---]

Do you already have a video on seed starting that isn't specific to one type of plant? If not is that something you can do? All my seedlings are tiny compared to yours and I don't know if I'm doing something wrong.

[@carolrawsthorne7655]

Hi. I live in England. I have vinca growing around my young fruit trees. Is that okay or am I chocking them?

[@lindag9975]

Thanks! How do you keep Dale from licking the fertilizer mixture from around the trees? My dogs love fish fertilizer. I feed it to the banana tree that is fenced off from them. But they wouldn't leave any accessible area alone if it has fish fertilizer.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Honestly? Because I do everything with Dale. He watches me put down everything, and he's completely acclimated to all the smells. He knows that isn't his food, so there is no confusion. Also, I cook 2/3 of Dale's meals. I slow cook meals for him out of various meats, organ meats, vegetables from the garden and jasmine rice, so he's healthy as a horse and has none of the probiotic deficiencies dogs gets from eating kibble, which can cause dogs to want to lick dirt and eat grass to have probiotics. Between him being completely food secure, have a healthy gut and him knowing that fertilizer isn't food from countless observations, he just doesn't care. You may be able to acclimate your dogs by allowing them to be with you every time you fertilize so they don't confuse that smell with food. If that doesn't work, you may want to put them on a probiotic vitamin or consider cooking some portion of their food. Even if you still feed them predominantly kibble, supplementing it with some sardines, some boiled greens and carrots, etc. can go a long way.

[@lindag9975]

​@@TheMillennialGardener You are a great doggie dad! Unfortunately 1 of my dogs is on a special prescription dog food (dry) for his stomach problems. He can't even have treats. Another of my dogs is temporarily on the same prescription food for a similar stomach problem. So no treats at my house. Unfortunately. I used to love giving them treats. But I once cheated and gave the dog with the worst stomach issues a treat, and it messed him up. It's the third dog who doesn't have the stomach problems who loves the fish fertilizer. So I am currently not using it in any area she can reach. Licking it has upset her tummy in the past. They are all 3 older dogs (14, 13, and 8) and only developed these problems in the last year. But they are all rescued or rehomed to me, and I love them all!

[@faithevrlasting]

Hey MG, Whats the best thing to do if I am AT my last frost date here in SE VA? Its Apr 1 here. I have figs, blue, blackberries. My figs are leafing and I already have 1/4 in fruit. Is there a liquid fast acting alternative that will boost my fruiting production and size? If I use plant tone, could applied mycoryzzae help it break down sooner?

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I would use this exact method. Apply the granular fertilizer as shown, add compost and mulch. Follow up with a liquid fertilizing in 1-2 weeks. It is more important to get your soil right for the new season, and since your plants are already budding, there is no reason to rush liquid fertilizer. Sounds like they’re already ahead of schedule.

[@faithevrlasting]

@@TheMillennialGardener Thanks so much!

[@lalithaganesan3372]

Can you please share the link for fertilizing blueberries and blackberries. Thank you for your time

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Everything is linked in the video description.

[@teenagardner3623]

As for Dale being cheese monster 😅 my dogs get the occasional cheese treat. Now, I find myself trying to be a stealth mouse as my dogs are ninjas😂

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Dale can discern the difference between ice hitting my stainless steel coffee mug and his stainless steel bowl. He knows the difference between the cheese bag opening and the cashew bag (which he can’t have) opening. He knows every little frequency. And then they play dumb when you ask them to do something 🧐

[@mariap.894]

​@@TheMillennialGardener Incredible!!!😂😂😂😅

[@joshcurtis6445]

Where do you get your fertilizer. I just bought the same fertilizer you're using 50 lb bag for $50 with shipping I'm just looking for the best deal

[@doraramirez595]

I live in Orange County and I never see the fertilizer go on sale at Home Depot , Lowe’s or a gardening supply store.

[@3bouldersurban653]

My 3 year brown turkey fig tree never produce fruits and another fig tree produced just a single fruit. What’s could be the issues with both trees? Need Help please !!!

[@jessedillin5724]

What about using cedar mulch ?

[@champagnewalkersequinemass3568]

Stone vs apples? Any difference? Pest control?

[@grannyguitar]

Our trees are mature-6 yrs old approx with grass & weeds under them. I can’t mix in the fertilizer or compost into the soil without heavy weeding. Suggestions?

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Have you considered placing weed barrier around the base of the trees, or perhaps putting cardboard down to snuff out the grass and weeds? I believe you're correct that the grass and weeds will consume most of the fertilizer before it reaches down into the soil, so you'll be fertilizing that stuff more effectively than the tree. Liquid fertilizer may work better since it penetrates the soil a little more deeply, but I think the best thing to do would be to snuff out all that grass and weeds or hold your nose and pull the grass and weeds out in a ring around the trees.

[@robertturnbull5472]

what is the NPK of the fertilizer you use ? thanks

[@TheMillennialGardener]

This was a 5-3-3, but it doesn't really matter. Anything around a 5-5-5 is fine. I bought this because it was on clearance. I don't care if it's 5-5-5, 4-4-4, 4-5-4, 5-2-3, 6-2-4, 3-5-6...as long as they're all represented and close together, it's fine.

[@singlefoot5459]

Should I fertilize the plants every 2 months?

[@dontbea7237]

You also don't want to pile it up against the trunk of the tree when composting in one major case you will destroy your tree if your tree is grafted and you bury the graft you will begin to grow the rootstock instead of the tree you have grafted lol

[@HappilyAfterEver]

How did you come up with the 4x4’ area for each tree? Do you base it on the average tree canopy size?

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I'm basing it on the spacing of the trees, the surface roots I can see, and the fact that all my fruit trees are on dwarf or semi-dwarf rootstocks, so the bulk of the roots are within a couple feet of the trunk. These rootstocks keep a nice, compact rootball compared to standard rootstocks and seed-grown trees.

[@Mstymntntop]

Does the fertilizer you buy have the aluminum and sulfur content on them?

[@TheMillennialGardener]

They all have sulfur and magnesium listed on the package. I don't know about aluminum.

[@champagnewalkersequinemass3568]

What about larger trees? Mine are 4-6” diameter

[@terrinegron]

I have a miniature orange tree that sits inside a wine barrel. Thanks for this info...really! 2x2 = ?🤣

[@TheMillennialGardener]

That’s where the bulk of your roots will be. All my fruit trees are dwarf or semi-dwarf rootstocks.

[@INeedABeatDJ]

Pine Straw is your go to mulch when your parents own a Pine Tree Farm. Haha!

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Pine straw is great. It's common around here due to all the Southern Yellow Pine forests. It takes a long time to break down, though. Great for keeping weeds away, but if you want to re-feed your soil, it's not the quickest.

[@khaledaboutaleb5051]

Wonder if you have tried to add an automated fertilizer injector

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I fertilize using my rain barrel system: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJ6keaRqaZyLobs

[@thenotoriousfig]

when you say last average frost date, are you using the 50% date?

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I don't personally do anything until around my 75% date, but for a lot of places, the difference between the 50% date and 90% date is only about 2 weeks.

[@richard9827]

I’m in Cary. Great timing Can you do a video of sprays for fruit trees. It’s time to get started I think

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Thanks! I don't spray my fruit trees much for diseases, but that may change as my apples and peaches mature, since it's very hard to go sprayless on those. I still need to figure some of those things out.

[@richard9827]

@@TheMillennialGardener I need to figure it out as well. I have peach, apple, quince. I’ve tried Neem oil but either I don’t have the timing right or I need something else. I look forward to seeing what you come up with.

[@bpfsu]

Why didn’t you use the Trees directions under “Established Plants”?

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I've never understood how that makes sense. You wouldn't fertilize a 2 year old dwarf citrus tree the same way as an 8 year old apple tree on standard rootstock, right? I like actually fertilizing the root area, so the square footage method makes sense.

[@rajatmin]

I have not seen any video from you on how you water your fruit trees in summer. Don’t see any drip system

[@TheMillennialGardener]

Generally speaking, I do not water my fruit trees once they are established. We get so much rain where I live (about 70-80 inches a year on average) that there is no need to water a tree once it becomes well-rooted, especially when you mulch your trees as much as I do. I deal with a lot of problems in my climate, but keeping fruit trees irrigated is not one of them. If you live in a dry climate, irrigation would be a must. I would suggest following my drip irrigation distribution tubing setup and set up your choice of irrigation in a ring around the tree. Either use multiple drippers, a soaker hose or a micro-sprinkler depending on the tree. Some trees like to get wet, some do not.

[@rajatmin]

Thanks for your response.

[@shekharmoona544]

"What's going on Gardners?" Shirts are going to be released next.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

I wonder if someone trademarked it 🤔

[@cassandrawright-mq5kp]

@@TheMillennialGardener "What's GROWIN' on, Gardners?" Hurry, get those trademark papers filled out. I'm waiting for your first t-shirts, in grass-green color w/ white or maybe yellow letters. (Don't forget the ats for working out in the summer sun!