How to feed thuas for lush growth: the best options

Thuas are one of the most popular ornamental plants that decorate our gardens, parks, etc. Their green needles add elegance to the landscape, and their ability to adapt to different climatic conditions makes them versatile.

However, like any plant, thuas need proper care in order to enjoy their lush and healthy appearance. About what is better to feed them, tells OBOZ.UA.

Ammonium nitrate

If you observe a reduction in the growth of young branches when they should actively grow, and thuja yellowing and losing its natural color, it lacks nitrogen.

In this case, you should feed the plant with ammonium nitrate. Use 2 tablespoons per 1 square meter of the bordering circle.

Superphosphate

If the shoots of thuja partially acquire a red or purple shade, then the plant lacks phosphorus. To remedy the situation, scatter 2 tablespoons of superphosphate on each square meter of the rooting circle and water the plant well.

Iron chelate

If the thuja begins to acquire a light yellow or whitish color, then it lacks iron. Take a 1% solution of iron chelate and treat the crown with it.

Calimagnesia

If the upper part of the crown turns yellow, then the tree lacks potassium and magnesium. It is necessary to introduce 2 spoons of calimagnesia per 1 square meter of the bordering circle and water the plant.

Proper dosage and caution

When feeding thuja, it is important to remember that an excess of any element can be harmful. This is especially true of nitrogen, which activates the growth of shoots. This is good in early spring, but undesirable in late summer or early fall, when new shoots may not mature before winter and freeze.

Spring fertilization

Spring fertilization is a must for any thuja, regardless of its age. In the spring, a year after planting, thuja needs a complex fertilizer, including nitrogen, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and other elements. Among the recommended mineral fertilizers are ammonium nitrate, superphosphate and potassium-magnesium mixtures. For a source of calcium, bone meal is excellent.

Fall fertilization

Autumn fertilization has its own peculiarities. It is important not to overdo it, because excessive fertilization can adversely affect the plant. Young thuas do not need fertilizing in the fall at all, and adults - only if they grow in depleted soil. In this case, compost, bone meal, wood ash or peat are used.

Summer feeding

In summer, the main task is to prepare for the fall and winter period. For fertilizing use biohumus and preparations that increase resistance to fungal diseases, such as Phytosporin-K or Phytosporin-M.

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