Patskywriter said:

thanks, pat, for all the suggestions!!! i'm guessing when you say osmocote,
you're talking about the slow-release fertilizer? i actually use that now, when
i pot up pansies and whatnot. your suggestions were great, and i'll follow them
faithfully this coming spring.

Yes, Osmocote is the slow-release fertilizer. Very good for potted plants.

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Pat in Plymouth MI

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