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Fertilize your plant every time you water by adding 7 drops per litre of water. In winter, stop fertilizing or reduce the amount by half.

A plant may be overfertilized if its leaves have brown (burnt-looking) or yellow tips, become deformed, fall off or wilt despite moist soil. However, these same symptoms can be caused by other problems (direct sunlight, insect infestation, etc.). With our 7 drops formula, the dosage is always precise.

In winter, when using a grow light, you can fertilize by giving your plants a quarter or half of the recommended dose.

First, check if the plant is receiving adequate light and water. If you notice yellowing leaves, burnt tips or spots on the leaves, your plant has likely received more fertilizer than it can absorb. Rinse the potting mix thoroughly or replace it. While you're at it, check the roots and remove any damaged parts.

Fertilizer should be applied to the soil, not the plant. Therefore, there is no risk in consuming a plant or vegetable during the week it has been fertilized, provided it has not been watered. Using mulch on the soil reduces the risk of splashing and prevents excessive water evaporation.

A 10-15-10 formula provides uniform support for overall plant growth, but unlike a 10-10-10 formula, it offers additional benefits for flowering, fruiting and rooting.

It's better to over-dilute than under-dilute. Start by offering 1/8 of the recommended dose (seedlings should have one to two pairs of true leaves before you begin fertilizing). Increase the dose gradually if the plant tolerates it well (for seedlings, offer 1/4 of the dose when the plant has 4 true leaves, and 1/2 at transplanting, again only if the plant tolerates it well).

These plants have specific needs that differ from those of other plants. Use specialty plant food to feed them, such as our orchid plant food or our cactus plant food. The nutrients they contain, as well as the proportions, have been precisely adapted to their needs.

Fertilize your cacti with our specialty fertilizer every time you water them. It will provide all the nutrients they need. Stop fertilizing from September to March, during the plants' dormant period.

A succulent that needs fertilizer will stop producing new leaves or produce smaller leaves, and its colour will be less vibrant. Succulents should be fertilized at least in the spring and summer, especially if they have been in the same potting mix for more than a year. By offering our specialized cactus and succulent fertilizer every time you water, you won't have to worry.

An overfertilized cactus can become deformed, lose its vibrant colour and develop soft, swollen stems, as well as brown tips. In addition to providing your cactus with all the nutrients it needs, our fertilizer is so easy to measure that it eliminates any risk of overfertilization.

Flowering requires a lot of energy from your plant. You'll probably need to water it more and, of course, fertilize it at the same time.

If a succulent is completely covering the soil with its stems and leaves, the best way to fertilize (and water) it is to submerge the pot in a bath of water without wetting the leaves. The soil will absorb the water through the drainage holes at the bottom of the pot. Schultz liquid fertilizer is ideal because it mixes easily with water. Be sure to use the correct ratio of 7 drops per litre of water!

Watering from the bottom allows plants to efficiently absorb nutrients from the liquid plant food diluted in water. The roots absorb what they need through the drainage holes.

Orchids are usually fertilized during their growing season, in spring and summer. They can also be fertilized after flowering to encourage the production of new blooms. With Schultz Orchid Liquid Plant Food, you fertilize every time you water. It couldn't be simpler!

Orchids need little fertilizer, but since they are grown in a growing medium containing pine bark and sphagnum peat moss that provides little or no nutrition, they benefit from regular fertilization, which will encourage flowering. In their natural habitat, they would absorb the water and nutrients they need to thrive from the air. In your home, it is important to fertilize them when you water.

Watering from the bottom allows plants to efficiently absorb nutrients from the liquid plant food diluted in water. The roots absorb what they need through the drainage holes.

Continue fertilizing your orchid during its flowering period. Once the flowers have faded, you can give your plant a well-deserved rest, or encourage a second bloom by continuing to fertilize it.

If insects are present, it is possible to treat a plant in bloom. However, avoid spraying the product directly onto the flowers.

Schultz Insecticidal Soap can be used indoors and outdoors, early in the morning or in the evening, to avoid treating in direct sunlight. It is effective against the following insects: whiteflies, scale insects, aphids and spider mites.

Insecticidal soap works by contact. It has little effect if it doesn't reach the insects. That's why it's recommended to apply it to the entire surface of the plant. Spray the top AND underside of the leaves, the stems, and the leaf axils where insects hide, until the product runs off. Repeat the treatment after 7 days if insects are still present.

For young and delicate plants, first test the product on a few leaves, then wait. The appearance of spots or browning indicates that the plant is not tolerating the treatment well.

Always apply insecticidal soap to a well-hydrated plant. Wilted plants can be damaged.

Avoid treating in direct sunlight. If it is a fragile plant, test on a leaf first before treating the entire plant.

Seed blends are ideal for achieving optimal yields, as the different grass varieties combine the desired qualities: rapid germination, density, intense colour, and tolerance to cold and drought.

Ryegrass is a grass that thrives in the cooler climates of some Canadian provinces and is winter-hardy. Even better, it doesn't require much water and is drought-tolerant. In our seed blend, we combine it with Kentucky bluegrass, appreciated for its beauty and density, and fescue, which stays green even during periods of drought.

Late summer and fall are the best times for sowing and overseeding. The nights are cooler, and the soil is still warm. These conditions promote optimal germination rates and deep root development. Spring is also a good time, but you must wait until the temperature has warmed up and the ground has thawed.

Adding good topsoil before sowing is an essential step. Quality topsoil will provide the grass with the nutrients it needs to thrive, now and in the future.

Too much fertilizer can burn your lawn. Do not apply more than the recommended amount. In case of accidental spillage, water thoroughly to minimize damage.

Between fertilizer applications, it is recommended to wait 4 to 6 weeks. You can fertilize for the first time in late spring or early summer, but if it gets too hot afterwards, it is best to wait until the end of summer or the beginning of fall to fertilize.