Fertilizer Stakes for Fruit & Citrus 8-16-16

• 8-16-16 Formula 
• 12 Months Of Feeding
• Plastic Drive Caps 
• Feeds About 8 Trees 

Fertilizer Stakes for Fruit & Citrus 8-16-16 provide reliable tree feeding without mixing liquids or hauling a spreader around the yard. Each stake is a concentrated, slow-release plant food designed to support fruiting and ornamental trees; a single application typically carries through the season. The box includes 40 stakes, which is enough to feed roughly eight 3-inch diameter trees. We suggest keeping a box on hand for spring tune-ups and for trees that need steady nutrition in tougher soils.

The biggest advantage is placement. You can drive the stakes close to the feeder roots, which helps put nutrients where the tree can use them. The specially designed plastic caps make installation simpler with a small mallet and help prevent the stake from splintering as it goes in. Since the feeding window is about 12 months, you’re not locked into a narrow “perfect timing” week.

Product Specs

• Formula: 8-16-16
• Quantity: 40 stakes per box
• Stake size: About 1" diameter x 8" long
• Box weight: 12 lb

Product Tips

• Install stakes around the drip line area rather than right up against the trunk.
• Water after installation to start breaking down the stake and move nutrients into the root zone.
• Use a small mallet and drive caps to seat stakes cleanly without cracking them.
• For best coverage, space stakes evenly around the tree instead of clustering them on one side.
• If the soil is very dry or compacted, water first to soften the ground before driving stakes.

FAQs

How long do these fertilizer stakes last?

They’re designed to feed for about 12 months, so one application typically lasts through the year.

How many trees does one box feed?

A 40-pack box feeds approximately eight trees with a 3-inch trunk diameter.

How to use Fertilizer Stakes for Fruit & Citrus 8-16-16?

Place stakes in the soil around the tree near the feeder-root zone, spaced evenly around the drip line. Use a small mallet to drive them in using the built-in caps, then water well to begin nutrient release. Reapply about once per year.

Do I need to dig holes or backfill?

No. The drive-cap design allows surface installation with a mallet, so you can avoid digging and backfilling.

Are these only for fruit trees?

They’re formulated for fruit and nut trees, but also boost the growth of ornamental trees.

SKU:

1231812F-AML