Should I fertilize a newly planted tree?
Should I fertilize a newly planted tree?
It is generally not necessary to fertilize newly planted trees. Most Iowa soils can supply sufficient amounts of nutrients during establishment. If trees are growing poorly 2 or 3 years after planting, fertilization may be beneficial. Poorly growing trees often exhibit sparse foliage, yellow-green leaves, or short annual twig growth.
Learn more about caring for newly planted trees in this article: Care of Newly-Planted Trees
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