Soil test can give only general indications of fertilizer needs.
Fertilizer cannot take the place of favorable soil conditions and cultural practices. Supply sufficient lime to adjust the pH to the suggested range prior to planting. Failure to correct a severely acid soil condition may result in the loss of peach and apple trees. Water, chewing insect and weed control are more important than fertilization for the first year s growth. Apply only sufficient nitrogen to obtain optimum shoot growth-the rate will depend on such factors as soil type and available moisture.