The best time to fertilize crabapples, what to do if you fertilize too much

1. Fertilization time

Fertilizing crabapples is generally done in spring and autumn. In spring, from April to May, you can fertilize it once a week. The temperature should not be too high when applying fertilizer, and it can be done in a mild climate. Autumn is also the time when it grows most vigorously, so fertilize it in time. The climate in early autumn is very hot and humid, so it is recommended to apply fertilizer in the afternoon when the mountain sets.

2. What to do if you apply too much fertilizer

1. Plenty of watering: If there is too much water during the crabapple cultivation period, it should be dealt with in time. You can water it in large quantities, about 2 or 3 times will be enough, because watering can dilute the excess fertilizer in the soil. After watering, it is best to place it in a high place so that the water in the pot can be drained as quickly as possible.

2. Change the potting soil: If the situation is serious, you need to prepare new flower soil and take the plant out of the original pot, but do not damage its root system. Rinse the roots with water, place them in a ventilated place to dry, and then put them in the pot again. In addition, if yellow leaves appear on the plant, it also needs to be pruned.

3. Notes

When fertilizing crabapples, apply it to the root system, not to the leaves and flowers. If the fertilizer cannot be washed away, it will cause the leaves to turn yellow or rot. If you accidentally apply it on the leaves, rinse it off as soon as possible.