Garden Q&A: Should I feed the flowers in my hanging baskets when I water them?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions 
Garden Q&A: Should I feed the flowers in my hanging baskets when I water them?

Right now, summer flower baskets are at their peak. File picture

Tue, 22 Jul, 2025 - 14:43
Peter Dowdall

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Should I be feeding my hanging baskets and pots every time I water them?

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