I use this for my apple trees and yes I get bigger and better apples. This formula (9-12-12) is for fruit and citrus. Lower nitrogen for less greenery and higher phosphorous and potassium for improved fruit production. If you want to grow lemons on your "meyer lemon" then this is what you want.

Jobe’s Garden Fertilizer Spikes, Easy Plant Care Slow Release Fertilizer for Fruit and Citrus Plants and Trees, 15 Count

Jobe’s Garden Fertilizer Spikes, Easy Plant Care Slow Release Fertilizer for Fruit and Citrus Plants and Trees, 15 Count

Q: How many spikes do I need for 13 recently planted trees with 1" to 2" trunks?

I would buy 2 packages, or 30 spikes. You will want to use 2 spikes per tree, 1 on each side about 30" from the trunk. We have a rectangular orchard with about 20 trees on 10 foot centers that we put in last year. We used a total of 40 spikes on the east and west sides of each tree. I would also recommend that you purchase a handheld auger (Yard Butler 30 inch Roto Digger) to drill into the ground about 18 inches before dropping in the spike. You want your roots to go down for their nutrients rather than across the surface, and burying the fertilizer stakes helps make that happen.These say right on the package do not use within 30 inches of tree trunk". Take that seriously. Buried or not, they will burn your roots if you stick them right next to the trunk.

Q: Can this be used for potted citrus tree

I have used spikes in potted trees but I'm not so sure they don't burn the plants, personally I wouldn't do it again at least not those large spikes, I think you are safer with a time released granular product. Spikes are wonderful for in ground trees where you can place them at the edge of the drip line, but in my opinion they are too close to the trunk in a potted container and will burn the plant.

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Brand
Jobe's
Item Weight
12 Ounces
Item Form
Sticks
Coverage
Medium
Liquid Volume
15 Liters

🌱15 spikes

🌳12 oz weight

🍊9-12-12 NPK

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Jobe’s Garden Fertilizer Spikes, Easy Plant Care Slow Release Fertilizer for Fruit and Citrus Plants and Trees, 15 Count

Miracle-Gro Fruit & Citrus Plant Food Spikes

Description

🌟 Grow with Confidence: Fertilizer that Works as Hard as You Do!

VERSATILE USE - Perfect for all your fruit and citrus plants and trees.
VIBRANT RESULTS - Watch your garden flourish with lush foliage and high yields!
ECO FRIENDLY DESIGN - No mess, no runoff—just pure plant love.
PRECISION NUTRITION - Formulated to prevent over-fertilization and ensure optimal growth.
EFFORTLESS APPLICATION - Simply insert spikes twice a year for thriving plants!

Jobe’s Garden Fertilizer Spikes offer a hassle-free solution for nurturing your fruit and citrus plants. With a balanced 9-12-12 NPK formula, these 15 easy-to-use spikes ensure your plants receive the right nutrients without the risk of over-fertilization. Designed for eco-conscious gardeners, they eliminate mess and waste while promoting vibrant growth and high yields. Perfect for twice-a-year application, these spikes are your go-to for a flourishing garden!

Specifications

Liquid Volume	15 Liters
Item Weight	12 Ounces
Specific Uses For Product	Fruit Production, Tree Health
Target Species	Fruit and Citrus
Coverage	Medium
Item Form	Sticks
Mixing Ratio	9-12-12