All-Purpose Fertilizers

Compare products by nutrient analysis, formulation, application method and label directions.

Potted tomato plant beside a box of all-purpose fertilizer

All-purpose fertilizers can supply nutrients for vegetables, flowers, herbs, shrubs, trees, and container plants when its analysis and application directions fit the crop and soil. This collection includes granular, pelleted, liquid, and blended formulas in multiple package sizes.

Choosing a garden fertilizer

  • Guaranteed analysis: compare nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and any listed secondary or micronutrients
  • Form: choose a liquid or dry product that suits the application method
  • Coverage: check the package rate and total area or number of plants
  • Organic use: confirm current product documentation and your certifier’s requirements when applicable

Apply nutrients with a plan

Start with a soil test and consider the crop, plant growth, season, irrigation, and nutrients already applied. Use only the current label rate and timing. Excess fertilizer can injure plants and contribute to nutrient loss, so do not assume that a general-purpose product or a higher rate is appropriate for every garden.

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