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Originally Posted by eharriett
I mentioned burn because the leaf spots look large and brown rather than purple - which is what I expected.
I'm using about 1/2 a cup total around the plant and it is the Tropic Treats Stokes 6-2-12 Banana Food.
As for water: the very top appears dry, but if I stick my finger in, it is very moist. Do I water more so the top is always moist as well, or do I wait for the moisture to dissipate more as it gets closer to the roots?
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How often are you applying the 1/2 cup of fertilizer? How big is the pot and how big is the plant?
The pot looks to be 8 or 10 inches and the plant about 12" or so. Is this correct? ... If so, then 1/2 cup of fertilizer is too much. I would only be giving 2 or 3 tablespoons around the outside of the soil. ... I can't find Stokes' label or their application rate for the product. Young potted plants need much less than older 'in-ground' plants.