Question 1

Why do I need to fertilize my Crested cockscomb?

Accepted Answer

Plants need nutrients to survive; most gardeners, regardless of experience, are well aware of this factor. However, without food, Crested cockscomb will die out soon after the first pollination. Therefore, providing the right type of nutrients in the right amounts is the best way to keep Crested cockscomb going throughout the blooming season and producing large, beautiful flowers.

Fertilizer also helps Crested cockscomb build a large, healthy root system. This plant needs all the help it can get since its root system is very thin and easily damaged. Fertilizing at planting helps Crested cockscomb build a solid root structure that not only provides stability to the plant, but also sets the stage for a sensational flowering performance. When timed correctly, fertilization can greatly extend Crested cockscomb's flowering period.

Question 2

When is the best time to fertilize my Crested cockscomb?

Accepted Answer

Crested cockscomb puts on tremendous growth early in the growing season, once the danger of the last frost has passed. It’s during this time that Crested cockscomb should be fertilized; more specifically, during planting. The idea is to apply when the plant is first planted in the ground or in planters; however you choose to plant it. This will be the only dose of fertilizer until later in the year, when blooms are in full force.

Once the season is in full swing and Crested cockscomb has opened most of its blooms at full size, it’s time to start fertilizing again. Around the time when blooms are at peak output, begin fertilizing again once every three to four weeks, as weather permits. Then, after Crested cockscomb starts to put out fewer new blooms, stop fertilizing; there’s no need to fertilize when the plant can’t produce any more blooms.

Question 3

What type of fertilizer does my Crested cockscomb need?

Accepted Answer

Most types of Crested cockscomb need the same general balance of nutrients from fertilizer. These should come in the form of a fertilizer that’s formulated specifically for high-yield blooming plants. A fertilizer with a higher level of phosphorus is the best option. This type of fertilizer has a higher P number in its NPK number, for example 10-30-10.

Several fertilizer brands sell a fertilizer that’s perfect for blooming plants like Crested cockscomb, which are an easy and fuss-free way to provide the right nutrients. If you do choose to use a pre-mixed fertilizer, follow the directions on the package to prevent Crested cockscomb from getting too much or too little fertilizer, both of which can cause the plant to grow poorly or even wilt entirely.

Question 4

How do I fertilize my Crested cockscomb?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the type of fertilizer you have, specific fertilizing instructions may vary. However, there are a few general tips for applying most types of fertilizer to Crested cockscomb. The first fertilizer application, which should be when you first plant Crested cockscomb, will likely consist of mixing the recommended amount of fertilizer into the soil before planting and watering in the Crested cockscomb.

Subsequent fertilizing may look a little different. For pellet fertilizers, simply mix the pellets into the top inch of soil around the outer edge of the plant, where the roots are. Water them in very well at first, then water regularly after that. Other fertilizers may be mixed into a watering can and applied just like a regular watering. Follow any instructions on fertilizer packaging for consistency, but if you’d rather keep things on a regular schedule, shoot for every three to four weeks.

Question 5

What happens if I fertilize my Crested cockscomb too much?

Accepted Answer

Over-fertilizing is a very easy mistake to make for first-time gardeners, or even for experienced gardeners trying out a new product. Fortunately, Crested cockscomb makes this issue known very well by displaying several signs of distress. You may notice that its leaves are yellowing quickly, the foliage may wilt, or new blooms may be under-developed. These are all clear signs of too much food.

When you fertilize Crested cockscomb too frequently, you create uninhabitable soil conditions. Soil may become too hot, which is a term used to describe when soil is too saturated with minerals, nutrients, or compost, and ends up burning the roots of anything planted in it. It’s a good idea to flush out the soil well once a month or so, just by watering twice as much as normal with good drainage.

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