Acid-Friendly Organic Evergreen

Best Organic Evergreen Fertilizer (4-6-4): Slow-Release Nutrition from Composted Manure for Hollies, Azaleas, Rhododendrons & Acid-Loving Evergreens Buy on Old Cobblers Farm

Updated April 2026 By the Old Cobblers Farm Team

Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Organics Organic Evergreen Fertilizer

by Wicked Organics — Littleton, NH

4-6-4
N-P-K Ratio
"The organic evergreen specialist built on NCO Pro-Holly — a formula designed for acid-loving species. 6% phosphorus supports root development while the composted manure base feeds soil biology and provides the full-spectrum micronutrients evergreens need for deep green, dense foliage."
4-6-4
Organic NPK
Pro-Holly
Acid-Lover Base
250 ft²
Coverage / 5 lb bag
4 Sizes
5, 10, 15, 20 lbs
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NCO Pro-Holly Base — Acid-Lover Specialist

Built on North Country Organics Pro-Holly, specifically formulated for acid-loving evergreens. Supports the low-pH soil environment hollies, azaleas, and rhododendrons require.

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6% Phosphorus for Root Health

Higher phosphorus ratio supports the root development that evergreens need for nutrient uptake, water access, and anchoring in landscape soils.

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Crown Diameter Dosing

1 lb per 2 ft of crown diameter, broadcast under the drip line. Simple measurement-based application that scales to any evergreen size.

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Spring + Fall Schedule

Spring application fuels new growth when foliage emerges. Fall application supports root growth and stores energy for winter hardiness.

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Full-Spectrum Composted Manure

Composted chicken manure delivers NPK plus calcium, trace minerals, humic compounds, and beneficial microbes. Complete organic nutrition, not just three numbers.

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Winter Hardiness Support

Fall application of potassium and phosphorus strengthens cell walls and builds energy reserves before winter. Well-fed evergreens resist desiccation and cold damage.

All Acid-Loving Evergreens

Hollies, azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias, mountain laurel, pieris, blueberries — plus general evergreens like pines, spruces, and arborvitae.

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NPK Ratio4-6-4
Derived FromComposted chicken manure, Natural mineral phosphate sources, Natural potassium sources (NCO Pro-Holly base)
Item FormGranular
Release SpeedSlow-release (biologically driven)
Application Rate2–3 lbs / 100 sq ft | 1 lb / 2 ft crown diameter (under drip line)
MethodBroadcast under drip line
FrequencySpring (when foliage begins to grow) + Fall (for root growth & winter hardiness)
Sizes5 lb | 10 lb | 15 lb | 20 lb
SupportsHollies, azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias, mountain laurel, acid-loving evergreens, pines, spruces, arborvitae
SetupsFoundation plantings, hedgerows, specimen trees, woodland gardens, containers
What We Love
NCO Pro-Holly base designed for acid-loving evergreens
6% phosphorus supports root health and establishment
Composted manure delivers full-spectrum organic nutrition
Spring + fall schedule supports growth and winter hardiness
Works for hollies, azaleas, rhododendrons, and general evergreens
Worth Noting
Lower total NPK than synthetic evergreen formulas
Does not acidify soil — add sulfur separately if pH correction needed
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Available in 5 lb | 10 lb | 15 lb | 20 lb
Feature Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Organics Organic Evergreen Fertilizer Holly-Tone Organic Evergreen & Azalea Plant Food Acid Mix Fertilizer Acid Lovers Azalea, Camellia, Rhododendron & Maple Fertilizer Azalea, Camellia & Rhododendron Granular Fertilizer Happy Frog Acid Loving Plants Fertilizer Holly Care Organic Fertilizer Azalea, Camellia & Rhododendron Food Holly-Tone Acid Lovers Azalea, Camellia & Rhododendron Acid Mix Happy Frog Acid Loving Plants Holly Care Azalea, Camellia & Gardenia Food Rhododendron, Azalea & Camellia 4-6-4 Natural & Organic Plant Food Azalea-Tone
NPK 4-6-4 4-3-2004 4-3-2006 3-4-2003 4-3-2004 4-5-2003 4-6-2004 4-5-2004 4-3-2004 3-4-2003 5-4-2003 4-3-2006 4-5-2003 4-6-2004 5-5-2003 4-5-2002 4-6-2004 4-3-2004
Phosphorus 6.0% 3.0% 3.0% 4.0% 3.0% 5.0% 6.0% 5.0% 3.0% 4.0% 4.0% 3.0% 5.0% 6.0% 5.0% 5.0% 6.0% 3.0%
Potassium 4.0% 4.0% 6.0% 3.0% 4.0% 3.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 3.0% 3.0% 6.0% 3.0% 4.0% 3.0% 2.0% 4.0% 4.0%
Form Granular
Sizes 5 lb | 10 lb | 15 lb | 20 lb 4, 8, 18, 27, 36, 50 lb 1, 4, 12 lb 4 lb 1, 5, 15, 25 lb 4 lb 10, 25, 50 lb 4, 15 lb 4, 12, 25, 50 lb 5, 20, 40 lb 4 lb
Release Speed Slow-release (biologically driven)
The Competition

Holly-Tone Organic Evergreen & Azalea Plant Food

by Espoma
4-3-2004
N-P-K
Price$16–$18 / 8 lb
Fertrell Holly Care is the only exact 4-6-4 NPK match. Espoma Holly-Tone dominates distribution and brand loyalty. Most competitors run lower phosphorus (3%) versus Wicked Organics' 6%.

Acid Mix Fertilizer

by Down To Earth
4-3-2006
N-P-K
Price$13–$17 / 5 lb
Fertrell Holly Care is the only exact 4-6-4 NPK match. Espoma Holly-Tone dominates distribution and brand loyalty. Most competitors run lower phosphorus (3%) versus Wicked Organics' 6%.

Acid Lovers Azalea, Camellia, Rhododendron & Maple Fertilizer

by Dr. Earth
3-4-2003
N-P-K
Price$16–$17 / 4 lb
Fertrell Holly Care is the only exact 4-6-4 NPK match. Espoma Holly-Tone dominates distribution and brand loyalty. Most competitors run lower phosphorus (3%) versus Wicked Organics' 6%.

Azalea, Camellia & Rhododendron Granular Fertilizer

by Jobe's Organics
4-3-2004
N-P-K
Price$8–$12 / 4 lb
Fertrell Holly Care is the only exact 4-6-4 NPK match. Espoma Holly-Tone dominates distribution and brand loyalty. Most competitors run lower phosphorus (3%) versus Wicked Organics' 6%.

Happy Frog Acid Loving Plants Fertilizer

by FoxFarm
4-5-2003
N-P-K
Price$15–$17 / 4 lb
Fertrell Holly Care is the only exact 4-6-4 NPK match. Espoma Holly-Tone dominates distribution and brand loyalty. Most competitors run lower phosphorus (3%) versus Wicked Organics' 6%.

Holly Care Organic Fertilizer

by Fertrell
4-6-2004
N-P-K
Price$14.95 / 10 lb
Fertrell Holly Care is the only exact 4-6-4 NPK match. Espoma Holly-Tone dominates distribution and brand loyalty. Most competitors run lower phosphorus (3%) versus Wicked Organics' 6%.

Azalea, Camellia & Rhododendron Food

by True Organic
4-5-2004
N-P-K
Price$8–$12 / 4 lb
Fertrell Holly Care is the only exact 4-6-4 NPK match. Espoma Holly-Tone dominates distribution and brand loyalty. Most competitors run lower phosphorus (3%) versus Wicked Organics' 6%.

Holly-Tone

by Espoma
4-3-2004
N-P-K
Sizes4, 8, 18, 27, 36, 50 lb
Price~$8 (4 lb), ~$28 (18 lb)
IngredientsFeather meal, poultry manure, bone meal, alfalfa meal, greensand, sulfate of potash, sulfur; Bio-tone microbes
OrganicOIM Registered

Acid Lovers

by Dr. Earth
3-4-2003
N-P-K
Sizes1, 4, 12 lb
Price~$9-10 (4 lb)
IngredientsCottonseed meal, fish bone meal, alfalfa meal, feather meal, potassium sulfate, kelp; TruBiotic + mycorrhizae
OrganicOMRI, CDFA, CCOF, NOP

Azalea, Camellia & Rhododendron

by Jobe's Organics
5-4-2003
N-P-K
Sizes4 lb
Price~$7-9 (4 lb)
IngredientsBone meal, feather meal; Biozome
OrganicOMRI Listed

Acid Mix

by Down To Earth
4-3-2006
N-P-K
Sizes1, 5, 15, 25 lb
Price~$11-14 (5 lb)
IngredientsCottonseed meal, fish bone meal, langbeinite, rock phosphate, kelp, humates
OrganicOMRI, CDFA

Happy Frog Acid Loving Plants

by FoxFarm
4-5-2003
N-P-K
Sizes4 lb
Price~$12-16 (4 lb)
IngredientsAlfalfa meal, fish bone meal, feather meal, sulfate of potash, sulfur, kelp; mycorrhizal fungi
OrganicOMRI, CDFA

Holly Care

by Fertrell
4-6-2004
N-P-K
Sizes10, 25, 50 lb
Price~$15-22 (10 lb)
IngredientsFeather meal, calcium carbonate, blood meal, bone charcoal, zeolite, peanut meal, kelp, sulfur
OrganicCertifiable organic

Azalea, Camellia & Gardenia Food

by E.B. Stone
5-5-2003
N-P-K
Sizes4, 15 lb
Price~$10-13 (4 lb)
IngredientsBlood meal, feather meal, cottonseed meal, bone meal, chicken manure, bat guano, alfalfa, kelp; mycorrhizae
OrganicCDFA

Rhododendron, Azalea & Camellia

by G&B Organics
4-5-2002
N-P-K
Sizes4, 12, 25, 50 lb
Price~$10-14 (4 lb)
IngredientsAlfalfa meal, bone meal, feather meal, dehydrated manure, kelp, humic acid, sulfate of potash; mycorrhizae
OrganicOMRI Listed

4-6-4 Natural & Organic Plant Food

by Sustane
4-6-2004
N-P-K
Sizes5, 20, 40 lb
Price~$12-18 (5 lb)
IngredientsComposted turkey litter, feather meal, bone meal, sulfate of potash; ~6% humic acid
OrganicOMRI Listed

Azalea-Tone

by Espoma
4-3-2004
N-P-K
Sizes4 lb
Price~$8-10 (4 lb)
IngredientsFeather meal, poultry manure, bone meal, alfalfa meal, greensand; Bio-tone microbes
OrganicOIM Registered

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NCO Pro-Holly Base — Acid-Lover Specialist

Built on North Country Organics Pro-Holly, specifically formulated for acid-loving evergreens. Supports the low-pH soil environment hollies, azaleas, and rhododendrons require.

🌿

6% Phosphorus for Root Health

Higher phosphorus ratio supports the root development that evergreens need for nutrient uptake, water access, and anchoring in landscape soils.

📏

Crown Diameter Dosing

1 lb per 2 ft of crown diameter, broadcast under the drip line. Simple measurement-based application that scales to any evergreen size.

📅

Spring + Fall Schedule

Spring application fuels new growth when foliage emerges. Fall application supports root growth and stores energy for winter hardiness.

Common Questions