Re: Need Advice!
Josh:
To reinforce my way of thinking, here's some excerpts from one of the moderators at a forum I am a member of:
"PostPosted: Wed Apr 16, 2008 8:54 pm Post subject: Reply with quote
I have always thought that "Chemical" fertilizers are a cleaner and safer type of chemical to use than are "organic" chemicals. I would much rather have nitrogen from a bag on my tree than some animal's waste (manure & urine). But each to their own. In the final analysis, yes citrus can be grown organically, but as has been said, what the roots take up into the tree and into the fruit, is exactly the same nutrients - no difference- (chemicals) no matter which method your use. The "residues" in the tree and fruit that you are concerned about will be exactly -no difference- the same residues no matter which method of fertilization you use. About the temperature question you asked. For optimum growth keep your tree between 76-86F. At temperatures below 55F or above 95F the trees growth stops. I strive for 86F. Take care, and happy and successful growing by what ever method you decide. - Millet"
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