Is it good to fertilize plants in winter? – HERE'S THE ANSWER

Is it good to fertilize plants in winter?Although many believe it is not necessary, the answer is that it is recommended. During the colder months, proper fertilization helps your plants accumulate food and energy reserves for hibernation, preparing them for spring growth.

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November 23, 2027

In this GARDEN WEB post, we explain whether it's good (or not) to fertilize plants during winter.

Many farmers, floriculturists, and other professionals dedicated to the plant world, especially those who have just started, have many doubts about the fertilizers they can use in their crops.

One of those questions that often arise among professionals is whether it is necessary or good to apply fertilizer to plants during the cold months. Well, in this GARDEN WEB post, we answer this big question. Keep reading and discover the answer.

Is it necessary to apply fertilizer to plants during winter?

Tractor applying fertilizer to field with crops

The answer is NO, our plants do not need fertilizer during winter. However, it is not bad to do so; quite the opposite: applying the right fertilizer in the cold months is highly recommended.

Many people tend to think that fertilizers are only used to accelerate and boost plant growth. However, proper fertilization during this cold season can help our crops accumulate food and energy reserves during this hibernation period.

Are there any plants that CANNOT be fertilized in winter?

We can apply fertilizers to any type of outdoor crop (such as trees, shrubs), except carnivorous plants, as they are a species that feed on insects that fall into their trap.

What fertilizers are suitable for winter?

Before knowing which fertilizers to apply, it is also important to know when to add fertilizer to our plants. The best time to fertilize during this season is at the end of winter, as this will prepare our plants for the spring months.

As for the type of fertilizer we should use, they are controlled slow-release ones such as Osmocote Bloom 2/3 months, Osmocote HIGH K, Osmocote Exact Standard, and Universol Orange from the AICL brand.

Where can I buy quality fertilizers at a good price?

All the fertilizers we mentioned in the previous section can be found in our online store in bags from 15 to 25 kilos. We also have other AICL brand fertilizers at the best possible price.

Enter GARDEN WEB now and acquire your latest generation fertilizer bags without leaving home, as we take care of delivering them to any point in Spain.