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Webster, NY

Now that the fruit is set, what do we put on it, or do we let the manure do it's work? This has probably been asked before, but I can't seem to remember the answer.

Thanks
Dave

7/23/2004 5:59:10 PM

San Luis Obispo Ca

15-11-30 and Kelp.

7/23/2004 6:33:27 PM

Rhode Island

dave
any fertilizer with a high potash count ( the last of three numbers ) will help fruit growth but be carefull not to force to much to early or you will mature the fruit
high potash fertilizers along with some kelp or fish will do well for you-----lay off the fish if your phopherous levels are high

7/23/2004 11:29:50 PM

Walkerton Ont

is 10 16 38 ok to use as recommanded

7/24/2004 12:35:46 AM

Rhode Island

yes 10-16-38 is fine
we use 5-10-40 with good results
also
0-0-28 and 0-0-60 will also push the fruit but if you use to much kaboom
dick

7/24/2004 7:41:21 AM

Webster, NY

How much is too much? Is using full strength once a week OK, or less strength, more time a week?

Thanks for the advice..

Dave

7/24/2004 4:04:20 PM

Mill Bay, British Columbia

Dave, I would use a weaker solution on a more regular basis. Slow and steady rather than kaboom sounds right to me. I would not use any of the 0-0-60 till about 30 days from harvest time for fear that it will grow too quick and explode.

7/24/2004 9:06:22 PM