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Q.Would Gold Fish Food With Vitamin C (flakes) Hurt Or Help A Valencia Orange Semi-dwarf Potted Tree?

Zone Las Vegas, NV | Orange added on April 30, 2020 | Answered

I have a 3’ Valencia Orange tree that is flowering (70 approx), would fish flakes goldfish food with vitamin c be good for the plant?

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BushDoctor
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Answered on May 4, 2020

No, this is formulated for fish, and would like lead to nutrient imbalances and introduce plant pathogens to the soil.

Here are some articles that will help you to understand the ratios within plant nutrients, as well as tips on how to care for your orange tree:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/fertilizer-numbers-npk.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/growing-an-orange-tree.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/pruning-orange-trees.htm

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