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Fertilizer burn-The browning or wilting, and in extreme cases, killing of plants from exposure to excessive fertilizer salts on the leaves or roots.

 


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Fertilizer burn is caused by chemical fertilizers whose minerals are all in salt ...
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"Fertilizer burn" can occur when too much fertilizer is applied, resulting in a drying out of the roots and damage or even death of the hydrangea.It is much, much better to err on the side of too little fertilizer than too much.

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(Plant damage caused by too much fertilizer is call 'fertilizer burn.')
Do NOT allow fertilizer to stay on foliage. If some fertilizer gets stuck on the plant, rake it off or use a hose to wash it off.

Fertilizer burn can occur when too much is applied. Scorched looking leaves are the first sign of too much fertilizing. Hydrangeas should be lightly dressed with fast-release fertilizer in March, May, and July.

Dried leaf margins can indicate fertilizer burn or wind burn. Always apply fertilizers according to label directions to avoid over-fertilizing. Organic fertilizers rarely cause burning because the nutrients are released slowly over time.

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To avoid fertilizer burn, use a weak solution of fertilizer when you water. Never apply fertilizer to dry soil or root burn could result. It's always best to fertilize your plants with less fertilizer more often as opposed to large doses all at once.

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If your nitrogen-related lawn maintenance woes include dog urine burns or fertilizer burns, the best solution is watering the damaged areas. You'll flush the nitrogen and help the area to recover faster.

Fertilizer burn is not a problem with slow-release fertilizers even at high rates of application; however, it is still important to follow application recommendations.

When feeding your plants, water first with unfertilized water and drain; then re-water with a fertilizer solution. This will keep soluble salt accumulation to a minimum and avoid fertilizer burn to the roots.

Fast-release fertilizers dissolve in water and are readily available. They're fast-acting and less expensive, but pose a greater risk of fertilizer burn and groundwater pollution if misapplied.

Or, you can use a half-strength application of a controlled-release fertilizer distributed evenly on the soil between the plants. Avoid using full-strength chemical fertilizer; fern roots are easily damaged by fertilizer burn, ...

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