Did you know that fertilizing your trees and shrubs during the fall is super important? It provides them with the essential nutrients they need to stay healthy and strong through the winter and prepare for the upcoming growing season. The best time to fertilize your plants in Texas is between mid-October and the end of November, so the plants can soak up all the nutrients before they go dormant for the winter. Make sure to apply a granular fertilizer treatment around the driplines of your plants for the best results. Your trees and shrubs will thank you for the extra TLC, and you'll be rewarded with luscious and vibrant plants next year!

Why should you fertilize your trees and shrubs in the fall?

Fall is the ideal time to fertilize your plants! That's because it can help your plants recover from the summer season and also help prepare them for the winter. The summer season here in Texas can be brutal, and your trees and shrubs will use a lot of nutrients to make it through the season. By fertilizing your plants in the fall, you'll be replenishing their nutrient supply, aiding in their recovery. Additionally, fertilizing your plants in the fall will help get them in great shape before the winter season arrives. When they have a sufficient supply of nutrients to feed off of during the winter, they will be better equipped to make it through the season and emerge in the spring in great shape!

The three primary elements found in most fertilizers are nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K).

You should fertilize your trees and shrubs between mid-October and the end of November.

It is best to fertilize your trees and shrubs in the fall between mid-October and the end of November. This is because applying fertilizer during this period gives your plants enough time to make the most of the nutrients and store them before going dormant in winter. This way, they have enough stored nutrients in their roots to see them through until the following growing season. Waiting too long to fertilize your trees and shrubs can result in them not being able to utilize the nutrients before going into winter dormancy.

Apply granular fertilizer around driplines for effective results.

Granular fertilizer being applied by a bush in Austin, TX.

For the best results when fertilizing your trees and shrubs, it is recommended to use granular fertilizer. Granular treatments consist of small pellets that slowly release nutrients over time. This will ensure your plants are consistently receiving the nutrients they need! When applying a granular fertilizer treatment, you should spread it around the dripline of your plants. The dripline is the area underneath your plants where the branches extend. It's important to fertilize this area because that's where the roots of your plants are located, and they will be able to absorb the treatments and distribute them to the rest of your plants.

Call today to schedule our tree and shrub fertilization service!

Are you tired of seeing your trees and shrubs looking dull and lifeless? We understand the importance of maintaining a beautiful property, and that's why we're here to help! At Dr. Tex Lawn & Pest, we provide our professional tree and shrub fertilization service that will keep your greenery nourished and healthy. We offer a fertilization package, which includes four rounds of fertilizer applications throughout the year. We also provide a service for disease and insect control if your trees and shrubs are facing infestations or diseases.

Our tree and shrub fertilization service is available to residential and commercial property owners, as well as HOAs, in Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, TX, and nearby areas. Call us at (512) 717-5071 to schedule this service today!