[TXplowgirl]

I've been meaning to ask this question for awhile but I keep forgetting. But the question I have is there are all types of fertilizers out there but what is a general all purpose fertilizer that will take care of all the plants needs instead of having to get several?

I have chicken manure but it's nowhere near composted down to where I can use it as is my compost pile. So those 2 are out this year. So what others can I get while waiting on this stuff to compost down?

 

[two bits]

I've been meaning to ask this question for awhile but I keep forgetting. But the question I have is there are all types of fertilizers out there but what is a general all purpose fertilizer that will take care of all the plants needs instead of having to get several?

I have chicken manure but it's nowhere near composted down to where I can use it as is my compost pile. So those 2 are out this year. So what others can I get while waiting on this stuff to compost down?

I recommend stable manure, a composition of sawdust and horse manure. Applied any time of the year in open unused areas of the garden. Or in the fall on whole garden. Should be incorporated into the soil.
Rabbit manure can be applied anytime, even to plants.
I never used chicken or turkey manure to a garden, lawns only in the winter months for a green lawn next summer. You may have to mow twice a week.
Or just use 13-13-13 for all your vegetables.

"note", never use manures on the plot set aside for potatoes the previous year.

 

[n1d]

KrAW!

I recommend stable manure, a composition of sawdust and horse manure. Applied any time of the year in open unused areas of the garden. Or in the fall on whole garden. Should be incorporated into the soil.
Rabbit manure can be applied anytime, even to plants.
I never used chicken or turkey manure to a garden, lawns only in the winter months for a green lawn next summer. You may have to mow twice a week.
Or just use 13-13-13 for all your vegetables.

"note", never use manures on the plot set aside for potatoes the previous year.

Why is that?

 

[two bits]

Why is that?

My folks taught me this. Old timers knew this stuff. And you can research this. Nowadays, they have potatoes that are resistant, maybe? Why take a chance. Just do it right the first time.

Ever hear of potato scab?

Potato scab is an undetectable disease that most gardeners discover at harvest time. Depending on the extent of the damage, these potatoes may still be edible once the scab is removed, but they’re definitely not fit for the farmer’s market. Read on to learn more about potato scab disease and how to prevent it next season. What is Potato Scab? Once you’ve unearthed scabby potatoes, you may ask yourself, “What causes potato scab?” Unfortunately, the source of infection isn’t a rare, short-lived pathogen; it’s a soil bacteria that can remain in the ground indefinitely as long as decaying plant matter is left behind. The bacteria, Streptomyces scabies, thrives in soils with a pH above 5.5 and temperatures between 50 to 88 F. (10-31 C.). The growing conditions needed by potatoes are very close to the conditions that scab prefers. Potato tubers suffering from scab are covered in circular lesions that may appear dark and corky. When many lesions are present, they sometimes grow into one another, creating irregular patches of damage. Surface scabs are annoying, but are usually able to be cut away and part of the potato salvaged. More serious disease can develop, causing deep pitting and cracking that allows secondary pests and diseases to make their way into the tuber’s flesh. Treating Scab in Potatoes SKIP AD Potato scab control is targeted at preventing infection in potatoes; once your potatoes are covered in scab, it’s too late to treat. Future potato beds can be protected from scab by keeping the soil pH of beds around 5.2 with liberal applications of sulphur. Avoid the use of fresh manure where scab has been a problem; well-composted manure is generally free of pathogens due to the heat involved in the process. Always amend potato beds in the fall if scab is a perennial problem.

Read more at Gardening Know How: What Is Potato Scab Disease: Tips On Treating Scab In Potatoes https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/potato/treating-scab-in-potatoes.htm

 

[n1d]

KrAW!

Well I'll bee'.......

Ya learn something new bout every day.......:thumb:

As a T2 I haven't grown spuds in a few years....


Wish the rocket scientists could figure out a economical and convenient way way to eliminate nematodes.....

My folks taught me this. Old timers knew this stuff. And you can research this. Nowadays, they have potatoes that are resistant, maybe? Why take a chance. Just do it right the first time.

Ever hear of potato scab?

Potato scab is an undetectable disease that most gardeners discover at harvest time. Depending on the extent of the damage, these potatoes may still be edible once the scab is removed, but they’re definitely not fit for the farmer’s market. Read on to learn more about potato scab disease and how to prevent it next season. What is Potato Scab? Once you’ve unearthed scabby potatoes, you may ask yourself, “What causes potato scab?” Unfortunately, the source of infection isn’t a rare, short-lived pathogen; it’s a soil bacteria that can remain in the ground indefinitely as long as decaying plant matter is left behind. The bacteria, Streptomyces scabies, thrives in soils with a pH above 5.5 and temperatures between 50 to 88 F. (10-31 C.). The growing conditions needed by potatoes are very close to the conditions that scab prefers. Potato tubers suffering from scab are covered in circular lesions that may appear dark and corky. When many lesions are present, they sometimes grow into one another, creating irregular patches of damage. Surface scabs are annoying, but are usually able to be cut away and part of the potato salvaged. More serious disease can develop, causing deep pitting and cracking that allows secondary pests and diseases to make their way into the tuber’s flesh. Treating Scab in Potatoes SKIP AD Potato scab control is targeted at preventing infection in potatoes; once your potatoes are covered in scab, it’s too late to treat. Future potato beds can be protected from scab by keeping the soil pH of beds around 5.2 with liberal applications of sulphur. Avoid the use of fresh manure where scab has been a problem; well-composted manure is generally free of pathogens due to the heat involved in the process. Always amend potato beds in the fall if scab is a perennial problem.

Read more at Gardening Know How: What Is Potato Scab Disease: Tips On Treating Scab In Potatoes https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/potato/treating-scab-in-potatoes.htm

 

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[hoplite59]

I use mushroom manure in my beds but zero fertilizer or any other chemicals.

 

[n1d]

CAW!

I use mushroom manure in my beds but zero fertilizer or any other chemicals.

Chester County?

 

[hoplite59]

Chester County?

wrong part of the state.

 

[Sneeky]

I use mushroom manure in my beds but zero fertilizer or any other chemicals.

Do what you like, but water is a chemical.