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Of the Coniferous slow release fertilizer COMPO impresses with its high nutrient density - magnesium, which is so important, is also included with a share of a good two percent. The range of the fertilizer is around 70 square meters. Most of the reviewers on Amazon are very satisfied with the effect. In addition, the Coniferous fertilizer be easy to dose. The high capacity is still practical.

One of the advantages of the conifer fertilizer from Substral is its organic quality. This means that it does not contain any chemical additives. This means that the fertilizer is also safe for your pets. Up to 68 plants can be supplied with the agent, which promises an effect of up to three months. According to the opinions of the buyers of the product on Amazon, the effectiveness is beyond question, only the smell seems unpleasant, as some reviewers write.

The coniferous fertilizer from Kölle’s Beste is the price-performance winner in our comparison. In terms of nutrient density, it does a little worse than the other two recommended ones Fertilizer, but the values ​​are still convincing - especially since this coniferous fertilizer also contains a lot of magnesium and plus guano(€ 9.82 at Amazon *) contains. guano, the sea bird, is said to increase the resistance of the plants.

Purchase criteria

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Organic: Organic conifer fertilizer consists entirely of natural substances - these are of animal and / or vegetable origin. Before the raw materials in the fertilizer are available as a source of nutrients for your plant, they must first be converted or removed by soil organisms. Accordingly, there is no immediate effect, but a long-term effect. In addition, the soil is not contaminated with artificial substances - another plus point of the organic conifer fertilizer.

Mineral: Mineral coniferous fertilizer has synthetically produced ingredients that are, however, water-soluble. This has the advantage that your plant can absorb and utilize the substances directly. The major disadvantage is the uncertainty as to whether it does not also contain starting materials that are classified as being of concern for human and animal health. If you have pets, it is better not to use mineral conifer fertilizer, but give preference to an organic or high-quality organic-mineral fertilizer.

Organic-mineral: Organic-mineral coniferous fertilizer combines organic and mineral substances. So it creates both an immediate and a long-term effect.

composition

In general, the evergreen conifers need a lot of nutrients in order to actually be “always green”. Of the “big three”, i.e. nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (NPK), they need nitrogen in particular. Phosphorus and potassium should also be included, but do not have to be a large proportion.

There is one substance that conifers long for: magnesium. The conifers absorb the mineral from their roots or directly from the needles. Magensium ensures a rich, fresh green. Since it is stored and broken down in the needles, conifers in the home garden are constantly dependent on supplies.

In addition to nitrogen and magnesium, the selected conifer fertilizer should contain iron and sulfur in large quantities. Very few universal fertilizers meet this requirement, so we advise you to use a special fertilizer for conifers.

consistency

Fluid: Liquid conifer fertilizer is usually a concentrate that you simply dilute with the irrigation water in order to administer it. Usually you have to use liquid fertilizer more frequently (every one to two weeks), which means more effort compared to granulated fertilizers.

Granulated: Sprinkle granulated conifer fertilizer on the soil around the plant and then carefully work it into the soil. Although the granulate is normally used much less often than liquid fertilizer, you have to be particularly careful here in order to optimally care for your plants.

Entity (package size / content)

Especially when comparing the prices for the various coniferous fertilizers that you have shortlisted, you should definitely take a look at the entity - the size of the pack. In this way you can quickly find out which product has the best price-performance ratio.

frequently asked Questions

What is conifer fertilizer?

at Coniferous fertilizer it is a fertilizer that is specially designed for the needs of conifers. 'Conifers' is a collective term for all evergreen conifers, including yews and firs, junipers and pines or the very popular thuja. In the home garden, these plants depend on being fertilized regularly by their gardener. Otherwise they will grow weak yellowish brown instead of lush green or completely shrink.

For which plants is coniferous fertilizer suitable?

Coniferous fertilizer is suitable for thuja hedge, fir, yew and cypress, for example. Basically, you can use the special fertilizer for all conifers and evergreens such as BoxwoodInsert, privet and cherry laurel. This type of fertilizer is also suitable for rhododendrons.

How do I use coniferous fertilizer correctly?

That mainly depends on whether the conifer fertilizer is liquid or granulated. Apply liquid fertilizer regularly via the irrigation water. Granulated conifer fertilizer usually only needs to be spread once or twice a year and then worked into the soil.

The general rule is: Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging!

Epsom salt or conifer fertilizer - what should I use?

It is best to use both coniferous fertilizer for your conifers Epsom salt. You should use the conifer fertilizer as a basis, because it contains all the nutrients essential for the plants. In contrast, Epsom salt is recommended (also under the term Magnesium sulfate known) as a supplement. It contains a lot of magnesium and sulfur and can help prevent any signs of weakness (yellowish color, etc.) from the start. Simply sprinkle fertilizer-grade Epsom salt once or twice a year. Don't forget to refill!

Which brands offer good coniferous fertilizers?

There are numerous well-known brands that also offer high-quality coniferous fertilizers. These include, for example, Compo, Neudorff (Azet), Dehner, Cuxin, Oscorna and Substral.

Where is the best place to buy a coniferous fertilizer?

Coniferous fertilizers are available in well-stocked hardware stores - for example at OBI, toom or Hornbach - as well as in specialist garden centers. Sometimes you may come across a usable conifer fertilizer at a reasonable price at the discounter (Aldi or Lidl). However, Amazon offers you the largest selection.

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Magnesium sulfate

Epsom salt or magnesium sulfate in fertilizer quality serves as an additional fertilizer with which you meet the high magnesium requirements of the evergreen conifers. But: never spread more than twice a year. Because over-fertilization with magnesium can also cause problems.