1.   An application of a balanced fertilizer in June is beneficial when soil fertility is low.

2.   An application of a balanced fertilizer once a month generally is adequate, but some gardeners apply diluted applications more often.

3.   An occasional application of fish emulsion or a balanced fertilizer during the growing season is beneficial.

4.   And only use diluted applications of a balanced fertilizer with trace elements.

5.   Apply a balanced fertilizer biweekly or monthly if needed.

6.   Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring, and water in.

7.   Boost blooms with monthly applications of a balanced fertilizer.

8.   Adding a balanced fertilizer, half strength to quarter strength, every time you water, will result in both flowers and deep, dark green leaves.

9.   Continue this throughout the bloom season, alternating with a balanced fertilizer in the summer, when the plant is in active growth.

10.   Enrich the soil with a balanced organic fertilizer before you plant, adding the dose recommended on the product label.