How to Use Miracle Grow
Miracle Grow, more commonly recognized by its brand name Miracle-Gro, is a key to helping your plants thrive with little effort. Miracle-Gro is simple to use and creates lush gardens, healthy vegetables and brilliant blooms. Since rolling out the original Miracle-Gro formula in 1951, numerous new products have launched that are designed for specific plants. Read on to learn how to get the most out of Miracle-Gro. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Purchase the pertinent Miracle-Gro product. Miracle-Gro comes in a variety of formulas for different plants at different stages of growth. Oftentimes, the label is self-explanatory, but if you are unsure which product is best for you, visit Miracle-Gro's website and use the "Product Finder" (see Resource section below).
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Carefully read the instructions. The procedure for applying Miracle-Gro is typically the same for all formulas, but there may be special precautions and considerations.
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Mix Miracle-Gro with luke warm water. Use the chart on the instructions to determine the ratios of formula to water.
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Apply Miracle-Gro to plants. Use a watering can to add the solution to your garden. Wet the soil but do not flood the soil. There should be no visible standing water.
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Feed plants with a one-fourth-strength solution every week to keep them strong.
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Use other Miracle-Gro products. For larger areas, Miracle-Gro features hose attachments that allow you to spray large areas from your garden hose. You can also buy pre-mixed Miracle-Gro soil for potted plants. Additionally, Miracle-Gro sells a premixed, liquid plant food for young plants.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid over fertilizing your plants, which can actually cause them to die.
