Pete's Tree & Shrub Food

Pete's Tree & Shrub Food

$29.99
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Pete's Tree & Shrub Food

Pete's Tree & Shrub Food

$29.99
The same formulas we use in our greenhouse — now available for yours.

Promotes Sturdy Growth & Rich Color

Strong landscapes don’t happen by accident — they’re fed well from the ground up.

Pete’s Tree & 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.

It’s ideal for established landscape plants and container-grown shrubs alike.

Why It Works

  • 14-5-5 Balanced for Woody Plants – Supports steady growth and structure

  • Slow-Release Nitrogen – Feeds gradually for long-lasting results

  • Added Sulfur & Iron – Promotes rich green color

  • Great for Landscapes & Containers – Trees, shrubs, ornamentals, and ground covers

This is the fertilizer we recommend for maintaining mature landscapes and strengthening newly planted trees.

What the Numbers Mean

  • 14% Nitrogen (N) – Encourages healthy foliage and steady growth

  • 5% Phosphate (P₂O₅) – Supports root development

  • 5% Potash (K₂O) – Improves plant strength and resilience

Balanced nutrition keeps trees and shrubs strong without pushing weak, rapid growth.

How to Use

Trees, Shrubs, Ground Covers & Ornamentals

Apply evenly around the plant’s drip line (outer branches).

  • Trees: 1 pound per inch of trunk diameter

  • Shrubs & Ornamentals: 1–2 lbs. per 100 sq. ft.

Begin feeding in late winter or early spring and repeat every 3 months during the growing season.

Water thoroughly after application.

For Container-Grown Plants

 Container Size

Application Rate

1 gallon

1 tablespoon

2 gallon

2 tablespoons

3 gallon

3 tablespoons

10 gallon

½ cup

15 gallon

¾ cup

Mix into soil and water in well.

Fruit Trees (Apple, Pear, Plum & Peach)

Apply at a rate of ¾ lb. per 3½ inches of tree diameter around the drip line.

Feed twice per year — early spring before bloom and again after fruit harvest.

Healthy 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 & Shrub Food is built for long-term landscape health — not just quick growth.

Greenhouse Tested

Custom-Crafted Blends

Rooted in Experience

Season-Long Support

Why We Trust It

We use these same blends and fertilizers every day in our own greenhouse to grow healthy, vibrant plants. Each formula has been selected — and in many cases mixed in-house — based on decades of hands-on growing experience. If it doesn’t perform for us, we don’t put our name on it.

Simple. Reliable. Made for real gardeners.

How & When to Use

Application varies by plant type and season. Always follow label instructions for best results. In general:

  • Apply during active growing periods
  • Water thoroughly after feeding
  • Adjust frequency based on plant needs and time of year

If you’re unsure what your plant needs, our team is always happy to help.

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Rooted in the Way We Grow

Every soil blend, fertilizer, and amendment we offer is something we use ourselves. These are the same foundations that support the plants growing in our greenhouse every day — mixed with intention, selected for performance, and refined through years of hands-on experience.

We believe strong plants begin below the surface. Good soil. Balanced nutrition. Thoughtful care. When you start there, everything else follows.

Whether you’re refreshing a container, planting a garden bed, or tending houseplants through the seasons, we’re here to help you grow well.

Proudly used by the Pete’s Greenhouse team to grow the plants you see in our nursery every day.