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Question to the experienced growers. Everyone seems to recommend holding off on fertilizer prior to pollination. My question is when is it best to stop fertilizing in June for a late June / early July fruit set? Also, is it ok to continue with less potent fish fertilizer through this period?

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Michael

6/16/2011 10:02:28 PM

Newfoundland,pa

i'm new to this,but i would think that's ok because it's weak. but the more experienced guys could tell you better than me.

6/17/2011 12:09:13 AM

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Michael, the rule of thumb is no nitrogen during pollination, nitrogen can cause aborts.

6/17/2011 12:39:52 AM

Nottingham, UK

Glad I read this and I think I will play it on the safe side and stop fertilizing until fruit is set. Last liquid feed was this morning

6/17/2011 7:51:11 AM