piper_green96•1mo agoProlific Poster

Just realized my plants do better without winter fertilizer

I always heard you should give plants a little food in the cold months. But last year, I skipped it completely. To my surprise, my succulents looked healthier than ever. They didn't grow much, but their colors were bright. My ferns also stayed green without any extra help. I think letting them rest is key. Maybe others should try holding off on fertilizer too.

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robin_foster11mo ago

What about plants that aren't succulents or ferns, since @christopher661's point might not fit them all?

christopher6611mo ago

That matches what a lot of growers have noticed.

the_logan1mo ago

Disagree, lots of growers find the opposite is true. Robin_foster1's question shows it doesn't work for all plants.