Fertiliser Taster

How to buy the best fertiliser

  • A jargon-free guide to fertiliser and plant feed
  • If and when to give plants fertiliser
  • What fertiliser to use for different situations

What's in this guide

Fertiliser types explained

From the muck and magic of manure to the science of hydroponics, we explain the types of garden fertiliser you will come across

Fertiliser for shrubs and perennials

Results of Which? Gardening's growing trials on just how much fertiliser shrubs and perennials in borders really need may surprise you

Plant feed for hanging baskets and pots

Plants growing in hanging baskets and containers will use up the nutrients in the compost within six weeks. Find out how to keep plants fed

Lawn care and lawn feed

Lawn treatments are expensive and time-consuming to apply. Which? Gardening trials on lawn feeds can save you money and resources

Fertiliser for the vegetable garden

Find out which crops need feeding, plus what growing your own food the natural way and using organic fertiliser really means

Nutrients for house plants

From tropical foliage plants to orchids, different solutions for keeping your indoor plants growing green and healthy with plenty of flowers

Which? works for you