when and when not to apply fertilizer to a veggie garden

Question

I just planted my garden and things aren’t even coming up quite yet. Can I spread an ammonium nitrate fertilizer now, or should I wait until the plants have a second set of leaves to avoid burning the seedling/young roots?

Answer 1

Avoid using a commercial fertilizer on tender seedlings as it may burn the plants or roots.
Allow the plants and seeds to get a good start before applications of fertilizers.
I always use a 'light feed' when applying fertilizer, and you may want to consider organic fertilizers for plants that you will eat from.
Happy gardening.

I have listed a few links with some great information.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/fertilizer-options-for-your-vegetable-garden.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/understanding-nitrogen-requirements-for-plants.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/types-of-organic-fertilizer.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/epsom-salt-gardening.htm