{"product_id":"petes-tree-shrub-food","title":"Pete's Tree \u0026 Shrub Food","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePromotes Sturdy Growth \u0026amp; Rich Color\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStrong landscapes don’t happen by accident — they’re fed well from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePete’s Tree \u0026amp; Shrub Food is formulated to support steady, dependable growth in trees, shrubs, ground covers, and ornamental plantings. With a 14-5-5 analysis and slow-release nitrogen, this granular fertilizer encourages healthy foliage, strong structure, and deep, rich color without excessive top growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt’s ideal for established landscape plants and container-grown shrubs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy It Works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e14-5-5 Balanced for Woody Plants\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Supports steady growth and structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSlow-Release Nitrogen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Feeds gradually for long-lasting results\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdded Sulfur \u0026amp; Iron\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Promotes rich green color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGreat for Landscapes \u0026amp; Containers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Trees, shrubs, ornamentals, and ground covers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis is the fertilizer we recommend for maintaining mature landscapes and strengthening newly planted trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat the Numbers Mean\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e14% Nitrogen (N)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Encourages healthy foliage and steady growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5% Phosphate (P₂O₅)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Supports root development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5% Potash (K₂O)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – Improves plant strength and resilience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eBalanced nutrition keeps trees and shrubs strong without pushing weak, rapid growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrees, Shrubs, Ground Covers \u0026amp; Ornamentals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eApply evenly around the plant’s \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003edrip line (outer branches)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrees:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 1 pound per inch of trunk diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShrubs \u0026amp; Ornamentals:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 1–2 lbs. per 100 sq. ft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eBegin feeding in late winter or early spring and repeat every 3 months during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWater thoroughly after application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Container-Grown Plants\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 35px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 48.584495%; height: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eContainer Size\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.370209%; height: 35px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eApplication Rate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 48.584495%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e1 gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.370209%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e1 tablespoon\u003cb\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 48.584495%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e2 gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.370209%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e2 tablespoons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 48.584495%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e3 gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.370209%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e3 tablespoons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 48.584495%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e10 gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.370209%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e½ cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 48.584495%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e15 gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.370209%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e¾ cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMix into soil and water in well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFruit Trees (Apple, Pear, Plum \u0026amp; Peach)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eApply at a rate of \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e¾ lb. per 3½ inches of tree diameter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e around the drip line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFeed twice per year — early spring before bloom and again after fruit harvest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHealthy trees and shrubs are the backbone of a landscape. Regular feeding strengthens root systems, deepens foliage color, and helps plants handle heat, wind, and seasonal stress. Pete’s Tree \u0026amp; Shrub Food is built for long-term landscape health — not just quick growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pete's Greenhouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45318994329779,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0074\/6143\/7529\/files\/PetesGreenhouse-21.jpg?v=1772474818","url":"https:\/\/shoppetesgreenhouse.com\/products\/petes-tree-shrub-food","provider":"Pete's Greenhouse ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}