Miracle-Gro Shake 'n Feed Rose & Bloom Plant Food 4.5 lbs
Best bloom booster for rose enthusiasts seeking vibrant, repeat flowering.
Miracle-Gro Rose Food is a water-soluble fertilizer designed to promote beautiful blooms in roses and other flowers. It works quickly to deliver fast results, encouraging both initial blooming and repeat flowering throughout the growing season. This product can be conveniently applied using a watering can, bucket, or the Scotts Garden Feeder. It is endorsed by the American Rose Society, ensuring quality and effectiveness for your prized plants. For optimal results, apply every 7 to 14 days.
$18.69
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
50
/ 4425
#50 in Fertilizers
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
Fertilizer Analysis
182416
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Who it's for
- Busy gardeners seeking a mess-free, quick application process
- Low-maintenance plant owners wanting long-lasting, set-it-and-forget-it nourishment
- Flower enthusiasts aiming for maximum color and vigorous root health
Who should skip it
- Precision gardeners working with tight spaces or dense container arrangements
- Budget-conscious gardeners managing large plots of non-flowering greenery
- Gardeners needing an immediate remedy for struggling or nutrient-deficient plants
Performance breakdown
Bloom stimulation
High-phosphorus formula drives consistent, vibrant flowering throughout the growing season.
Application versatility
Seamlessly integrates with standard watering cans or specialized garden feeders.
Nutrient absorption
Water-soluble delivery ensures rapid uptake for immediate plant health improvements.
Ease of use
Simple mixing process makes routine feeding accessible for every gardener.
Professional endorsement
American Rose Society backing provides verified confidence for delicate rose care.
Safety profile
Formulated to be pet-safe when applied according to label instructions.
Key Specs
Fertilizer Analysis
18-24-16
Shipping Weight
1.65 lbs
UPC
073561000222
Manufacturer
Scotts
Mfg. Number
200022
Shelf Life
Indefinite
For use in
Roses and Flowers
Features
- Promotes beautiful roses and flowers
- Works quickly for fast results
- Encourages blooming and repeat blooming
- Water soluble for easy application
- Can be used with Scotts Garden Feeder or watering can
- Endorsed by the American Rose Society
- Pet safe when used as directed
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this plant food for its remarkable ease of use. The simple shake and feed application eliminates guesswork, making feeding roses and flowering shrubs effortless even for novice gardeners. The most compelling feedback centers on the visible quality of results. Users report significantly more vibrant blooms, stronger stems, and overall healthier plant vigor within weeks of application. While some note the premium price point, the reliability and dramatic improvement in plant health solidify its perceived value, making it a highly recommended solution for maximizing garden color.
Know before you buy
Yes, while specifically formulated for roses, this fertilizer is effective for a wide variety of flowering plants to encourage consistent, vibrant blooms.
For the best results, you should apply the fertilizer every 7 to 14 days throughout the growing season to maintain steady nutrient levels.
Yes, this fertilizer is considered safe for pets when used according to the instructions on the label.
This is a water-soluble formula, so you can easily apply it using a standard watering can, a bucket, or the Scotts Garden Feeder for larger areas.
These numbers represent the percentage of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in the mix. The higher middle number, phosphorus, is specifically included to support strong root development and prolific flower production.
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