Description

Trees:
1 lb. per inch of trunk diameter. Triple the quantity for diameters 3 inches or larger.
Shrubs:
1 cup per foot of drip line diameter. Double the quantity if drip line diameter is three feet or larger.
Beds:
Preparation of new bed: Mix 10 lbs. per 100 square feet and incorporate into the top four or five inches of soil. Feed established beds 5 lbs. per 100 square feet.

Potted Plants (Containers):

New Plants: When preparing new soil for plants, mix 2 cups of Holly-tone per cubic foot of soil (1.5 tbsp. per quart.)

Established Plants: Sprinkle 1 tsp. of Holly-tone for each 3″ of pot diameter into the soil along the outer edge of the pot. Water thoroughly.

For Shrubs:

Sprinkle the recommended amount around the drip line and water thoroughly. If the area is mulched either temporarily remove the mulch and feed or double the rate on top of the mulch.

For Trees:

Dig 3″ wide holes around the drip line that are 12-18″ deep & 2-3' apart Divide the Holly-tone evenly and pour into the holes. Backfill the holes with soil and water thoroughly.