Gowing Guides

Grow Strong Roots, Grow Healthy Trees

Discover how to nurture a strong foundation for your young fruit trees! Focusing on root growth is essential for healthy, resilient trees, and this guide provides you with customized soil mixes, recommended nutrients, and top tips for success. Each tree species has unique needs, and the following guides offer specifics for six popular fruit trees, from soil components to effective fertilizers. Need local resources? Reach out for recommendations on reliable and affordable suppliers. Plus, we produce high-quality compost to give your plants an extra boost!

Tree Root Growth Guide

  • Tangerine

    Soil Mix

    • Top Soil: 30%
    • Compost: 20%
    • Black Cinder: 30%
    • Coco Coir: 10%
    • Bokashi Inoculant: 10%

    Nutrients and Fertilizers

    • Organic Fertilizer (2-2-2 NPK): Promotes balanced growth.   We manufacture this: info here
    • Calcium and Magnesium Supplements: Essential for root cell development and strengthening.
    • Mycorrhizal Fungi: Enhances nutrient uptake and root growth.

     

  • Lemon

    Soil Mix

    • Top Soil: 40%
    • Compost: 20%
    • Black Cinder: 20%
    • Coco Coir: 10%
    • Bokashi Inoculant: 10%

    Nutrients and Fertilizers

    • High-Phosphorus Fertilizer: Encourages root growth in the early stages (use sparingly).
    • Bone Meal: Adds phosphorus naturally for strong roots.
    • Humic Acid: Helps with nutrient absorption and root expansion.

  • Tahitian Lime

    Soil Mix

    • Top Soil: 35%
    • Compost: 20%
    • Black Cinder: 25%
    • Coco Coir: 10%
    • Bokashi Inoculant: 10%

     Nutrients and Fertilizers

    • Fish Emulsion: Provides a slow-release source of nitrogen and minerals.
    • Rock Phosphate: Supplies phosphorus for root growth.
    • Seaweed Extract: Contains micronutrients and growth hormones beneficial for roots.

  • June Plum

    Soil Mix

    • Top Soil: 30%
    • Compost: 25%
    • Black Cinder: 20%
    • Coco Coir: 15%
    • Bokashi Inoculant: 10%

    Nutrients and Fertilizers

    • Organic Fertilizer (2-2-2 NPK): Balanced nutrients support root development.
    • Azomite or Volcanic Rock Dust: Provides trace minerals.
    • Molasses: Adds carbohydrates to promote beneficial microbial growth.

  • Kahaluu Avocado

    Soil Mix

    • Top Soil: 25%
    • Compost: 25%
    • Black Cinder: 25%
    • Coco Coir: 15%
    • Bokashi Inoculant: 10%

    Nutrients and Fertilizers

    • Composted Manure: Provides organic matter and micronutrients.
    • Bone Meal: High phosphorus content for root strength.
    • Gypsum: Improves soil structure and provides calcium without affecting pH.

  • Mango

    Soil Mix

    • Top Soil: 30%
    • Compost: 20%
    • Black Cinder: 25%
    • Coco Coir: 15%
    • Bokashi Inoculant: 10%

    Nutrients and Fertilizers

    • High-Phosphorus Fertilizer: Use sparingly in the early stages.
    • Fish Bone Meal: Adds nitrogen and phosphorus.
    • Kelp Meal: Supplies micronutrients and growth hormones to support roots.

Additional Root Growth Tips

  • Watering

    Ensure soil remains moist but not overly wet to prevent root rot.

  • Mulching:

    Apply a light layer of organic mulch around each tree’s base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.

  • Pruning

    Lightly prune any young growth above to encourage the tree to direct energy towards root development.

  • Regular pH Testing

    Maintain a slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5–7) for most of these trees.

By following these soil mixes, supplements, and care practices, your young trees should develop strong and resilient root systems, setting them up for healthy, sustained growth.
Happy Growing!
Rick
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