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title: "I have a couple of these terracotta self watering planters which have…"
description: "I have a couple of these terracotta self watering planters which have been great so far. However, I am confused on how I should go about using fertilizer? Do I…"
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# I have a couple of these terracotta self watering planters which have…

_Posted by TatteredSky on 2025-07-05_

I have a couple of these terracotta self watering planters which have been great so far. However, I am confused on how I should go about using fertilizer? Do I mix a liquid fertilizer in the water I put in the reservoir? (I’ve seen mixed opinions on this) Or should I use a slow-release fertilizer stick in each pot?

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## 1 comment

### Ashley commented on 2025-07-05

When you refill the water reservoir you add the fertilizer to the water.

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