Fruit Application Rates
Fruit is nature’s candy. By feeding your fruit-bearing plants the nutrition they need, you can get a bounty of flavor in return. Use these rates to squeeze the most juice out of your favorite fruit trees and bushes.
| When to Apply | Application Rate | Suggested Application |
|---|---|---|
| When leaves lose their natural green color | 1 lb per tree per year of age | Do not apply more than 16 lbs per tree per year. Annual applications are usually sufficient for good fruit yields. |
Conversion: 3 cups Milorganite = 1 pound
| When to Apply | Application Rate | Suggested Application |
|---|---|---|
| First year | ¾ lbs (2 ½ cups) per 50 sq ft or 1 tbsp per plant | Work into soil between planted rows or in your container. Milorganite encourages growth without interfering with fruiting. |
| Bearing years | 3 lbs per 50 sq ft or 3 tbsp per plant. | Work into soil, between planted rows or in your container. |
Conversion: 3 cups Milorganite = 1 pound
