Conifers are not heavy feeders and need only an annual application of a general, complete garden fertilizer such as 10-10-10 or 16-8-8, or a top dressing of well-rotted manure. It is best to fertilize in the early spring before the plants break dormancy, or in late fall before the soil freezes.

What is the best feed for conifers?

Feeding. Most conifers will thrive without additional feeding. However, for optimum performance, you can apply a general-purpose granular fertiliser in late winter at the rate recommended on the packet. Conifers in containers need liquid feeding from early spring until late summer.

Do conifers need ericaceous feed?

Most conifers like an acid soil so incorporate some ericaceous compost into the planting hole. Dig a hole to accommodate the size of the pot and loosen the soil around the sides with a fork; this allows the roots to penetrate easier.