- Contains 11 essential nutrients
- Formulated for virtually all plants, in all conditions
- A single application will keep your plants fed for up to 6 months
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Product Overview
- Our best formula, fortified with 11 essential nutrients
- Works with virtually all plant varieties, in all growing conditions
- Feeds up to 6 full months
- Apply with confidence to potted plants, indoors or outdoors
- No-burn pledge when used as directed
- SROE
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| Organic | Synthetic | Synthetic | Synthetic | Synthetic |
| N-P-K Ratio | 15-9-12 | 0-0-0 | 24-8-16 | 15-7-15 |
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| Fertilizer Formula | Non-Organic | Kelp Meal | Non-Organic | Non-Organic |
| Compatible Grass Type | All Purpose | All Purpose,Bent Grass,Bermuda,Bluegrass,Centipede,Fescue,Rye,St. Augustine (Floratam),Tall Fescue,Zoysia | All Purpose | All Purpose |
| Time release | Slow release | Fast release | Fast release | Slow release |
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Can this be used on a hydroponics garden?
Asked by EY May 3, 2021Osmocote Plus Outdoor & Indoor Plant Food is not designed for use in hydroponic gardening. We do not have information about rates or how to use it in this application for any of our plant foods.
I have a 10 galloon pot plumeria . How will i pour this plant food all the way inside into the roots?
Asked by Mark April 14, 2021Just put it into the pot. You can work it into the dirt some if you desire, but no need to do this. As you water the plant the water will carry the nutrients down to the roots with it. This is a slow release fertilizer.
When should I fertilize outdoor Hydrangeas in Montana?
Asked by PJ March 7, 2021Fertilize in the spring, when it is sure there will be no more freeze or frost.
Is this good for starting a vegetable garden?
Asked by Josh April 8, 2020Yes, this is great for starting a vegetable garden. This is what I use for all my plants. When starting from seed, I mix it into the soil.
Hi Does this product work well with drought tolerant plants or succulents… I have a small front y...
Asked by Indy February 2, 2020This needs water to release the nutrients. It is released over time, so would to be watered fairly reasonably. I use liquid fertilizer for my drought resistant plants such as my desert rose, and I only fertilize it once a yr.
Is this product good to use for the prevention of chlorosis? In other words, does this fertilizer...
Asked by Natalie January 8, 2020Thank you for your question regarding Osmocote Smart-Release Plant Food Plus Outdoor and Indoor. This product is derived from Polymer-Coated: Ammonium Nitrate, Ammonium Phosphate, Potassium Sulfate, Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Borate, Iron Phosphate, Iron EDTA, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Molybdate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate and Zinc Oxide. You can contact us if you need further assistance. We can be reached at 877-220-3089.
Can Osmocote plus Smart Release be found in Washington rather than St. George?
Asked by Renee September 20, 2019Hi Renee! Thank you for your recent inquiry with The Home Depot regarding Osmocote Smart-Release 2 lb. Plant Food Plus Outdoor and Indoor Internet #204687687 Model # 274250. This is item is available in Washington for in-store and for ship to home purchase. Thank you for shopping at The Home Depot. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you in the future. ~ The Home Depot ~
Shipping to India possible? If yes what is the shipping fees
Asked by Anuj August 28, 2019Go onto home depot .com and I believe they have a live chat
I have mulch covered the plants. What is the recommended way to apply the Osmocote？I guess it is ...
Asked by FanC April 12, 2019Dig a small hole three to four inches from the roots. Pour 20 or so pellets into the hole. Cover the hole and spread the mulch back over the filled in area.
For outdoor application, does this need to applied to beneath mulch?
Asked by FanC April 11, 2019Yes. Move the mulch aside as you dig a small hole near the base of the plant (3-4 inches). Pour desired amount pellets into the hole. Place the dirt back into the hole and spread the mulch back over the area.
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