What Kind of Fertilizer Do You Use on Apple Trees? | Home Guides | SF Gate A: Potassium

Apple trees require attention each year to maintain the best fruit production. Yearly pruning and fertilizing help the tree focus its nutrient supply on producing a manageable number of flavorful fruits without blemishes. Apple trees use most nutrients moderately, but they’re heavy users of potassium and calcium. …
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