Tomato fertilizer can substantially enhance growth in your entire garden, according to a horticulture expert.
Tomato feed, a potassium-rich fertilizer, is not just beneficial for tomatoes. It can be used effectively for a variety of plants in your garden, particularly high-yielding flowers such as petunias and trailing plants. The nutrient-rich formula helps increase the number of flowers and extends the flowering period throughout the growing season [1].
Potassium is a vital nutrient that supports flowering and fruiting, so applying tomato feed to plants that benefit from high potassium levels can boost their bloom quality and longevity. This makes tomato feed a good alternative fertilizer for flowering plants beyond tomatoes, especially those that require sustained flowering production [1].
However, it is essential to use tomato feed appropriately by considering the nutrient needs of the specific plants in your garden. For example, excessive potassium can compete with calcium uptake in some vegetables, which may cause problems like blossom end rot in tomatoes. So, follow soil health recommendations carefully when applying any fertilizer [2].
Gold Leaf RHS collections Chelsea Ladies Comfortable Leather Gardening Gloves (RRP: £11.96) are recommended for gardening tasks, including feeding plants. A specific tomato food (RRP: £9.50) is also recommended, which needs to be diluted before use and is enriched with seaweed extract.
Vegetables such as courgettes, cucumbers, squashes, and even pumpkins benefit from feeding with tomato food. Strawberries, in addition to being edible plants that can be grown in pots, benefit from watering with tomato food, especially as they're about to flower.
Tomato food can help other plant species thrive in addition to tomatoes. For instance, Cantaloupe melons also benefit from feeding with tomato food. Surprisingly, even Wisteria, often seen as an invasive plant, can be encouraged to flower with the use of tomato food.
When using tomato feed in the garden, it's crucial not to feed the plants straight away as it can stress them out and cause a burn. Instead, dilute the tomato feed by adding 20 millilitres of it to 4 1/2 litres of water. Regular use of properly diluted tomato feed in summer can increase yields and produce amazing fruit and flowers.
A weather-resistant plastic watering can (RRP: £12.99) with a detachable sprinkler rose is recommended for easy application of the diluted tomato feed. For those starting with vegetable gardening, using tomato food is particularly recommended due to its versatility and benefits.
Ish, a garden design expert and influencer on Instagram @Gardening.with.ish, provides expert advice on using tomato food. Regularly watering garden plants properly, especially during summer, is also crucial to prevent droughts and dryness that can harm the plants.
In summary, use tomato feed on petunias, trailing flowers, strawberries, and potentially other flowering plants that respond well to potassium-rich fertilizers. However, avoid overuse or applying it indiscriminately without considering each plant’s nutritional requirements [1][2].
Tomato feed, enriched with seaweed extract, is recommended for various plants beyond tomatoes, such as petunias, strawberries, courgettes, and Wisteria, due to its high potassium content which supports flowering and fruiting [1]. Gold Leaf RHS collections Chelsea Ladies Comfortable Leather Gardening Gloves are ideal for applying tomato feed and other gardening tasks [1]. Proper dilution of tomato feed is necessary before use, with 20 millilitres of feed added to 4 1/2 litres of water for effective results [2]. Excessive potassium can cause problems like blossom end rot in tomatoes, so it's crucial to follow soil health recommendations carefully when applying any fertilizer [2]. Ish, a garden design expert, advises regular watering of garden plants, especially during summer, to prevent drought and ensure the plants' health [3].
