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    fertilizer

    US /ˈfɚtlˌaɪzɚ/

    ・

    UK /ˈfɜ:təlaɪzə(r)/

    B1TOEIC
    n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Substance added to soil to help plants grow
    We put fertilizer on our garden to grow big vegetables
    n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A specific type or brand of fertilizer.
    This fertilizer is specially formulated for roses.
    n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Fertilizer derived from organic sources, such as compost or manure.
    Organic fertilizer is better for the environment.
    n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Fertilizer made from synthetic chemicals.
    Chemical fertilizer can provide nutrients quickly but may harm the soil in the long run.

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    • Like their Shang predecessors, the Han ate almost exclusively millet: it didn't need fertilizer or particularly good soil, which was great because the north had neither.

      Like their Shang predecessors, the Han ate almost exclusively millet: it didn't need fertilizer or particularly good soil, which was great because the north had neither.

    • It didn't need fertilizer or particularly good soil, which was great because the north had neither.

      It didn't need fertilizer or particularly good soil, which was great because the north had neither.

    B1

    Let's Learn English in the Garden! ???

    08:16Let's Learn English in the Garden! ???
    • We have some duct tape on it, but when you turn this crank, this spins inside and it spreads seed or even fertilizer everywhere in your lawn.

      We have some duct tape on it, but when you turn this crank, this spins inside and it spreads seed or even fertilizer everywhere in your lawn.

    • this spins inside and it spreads seed or even fertilizer everywhere in your lawn.

      this spins inside and it spreads seed or even fertilizer everywhere in your lawn.

    B2

    Why Has Plant-Based Meat Flopped?

    05:02Why Has Plant-Based Meat Flopped?
    • like land use, fertilizer production, transportation, and⏤famously⏤cow burps.

      like land use, fertilizer production, transportation, and⏤famously⏤cow burps.

    B2

    How Do We Produce Food? Crash Course Geography #43

    11:40How Do We Produce Food? Crash Course Geography #43
    • The fish droppings provide fertilizer for the rice,

      The fish droppings provide fertilizer for the rice,

    • The fish droppings provide fertilizer for the rice.

      The fish droppings provide fertilizer for the rice.

    A1

    How can smart tech tackle climate change? CrowdScience - BBC World Service

    37:31How can smart tech tackle climate change? CrowdScience - BBC World Service
    • then you wouldn't use the same amount of  fertilizer everywhere. You know you use a  

      then you wouldn't use the same amount of  fertilizer everywhere. You know you use a  

    • fertilizer in those parts of the farm you need  it and less otherwise. I mean the farmers have  

      fertilizer in those parts of the farm you need  it and less otherwise. I mean the farmers have  

    B1

    8 Top Tips on How to Grow Pothos Faster

    03:368 Top Tips on How to Grow Pothos Faster
    • Apply any balanced water-soluble fertilizer once every 4 to 8 weeks in half or quarter strength.

      Apply any balanced water-soluble fertilizer once every 4 to 8 weeks in half or quarter strength.

    • Apply any balanced water-soluble fertilizer once every 4-8 weeks, in half or quarter strength.

      Apply any balanced water-soluble fertilizer once every 4-8 weeks, in half or quarter strength.

    B1

    HOUSEPLANT CARE TIPS FOR BEGINNERS » + printable guide

    08:26HOUSEPLANT CARE TIPS FOR BEGINNERS » + printable guide
    • They like it when the water is at room temperature So we all know that house plants need soil and good light and some water in order to thrive But one thing that can commonly be missed is the fertilizer which is the plant's food and every plant is different But in the spring and summer usually they need to be fed every two to four weeks I usually do it every two weeks, but in the winter it's in its rest period So usually they don't need any feeding at all during that time I just use this universal liquid variety that works on all of our house plants Some plants work well in the Sun some work well in the shade But regardless all of them need some source of natural light now in the darker winter months You might need to move your plants towards a light source But generally speaking plants don't like to be moved they get accustomed to the environment that they're in so move your plants if you have to But otherwise just let them be The Other consideration with plants is the temperature you want to make sure you keep it within a range that it's comfortable at keep in mind That plants in front of windows see pretty varying temperatures depending on the weather outside As well as plants that are by air conditioning units or radiators now if you find this all really Overwhelming to keep track of we actually created a free PDF for you that might help out a little bit in addition to some tips There's a page that you can use to Document the needs of each of your plants that you can then later refer to in case you've forgotten And there's also a plant watering tracker so to get your PDF check out the link in the description box below Insects and bugs love dead and decaying foliage So be sure to remove any rotting or dying leaves that are just sitting on top of the soil and whenever I see leaves that Are visibly about to die I just prune the plant by cutting these off so they don't steal essential nutrients from the leaves that are continuing to thrive While you're watering your plants just take a quick second to inspect the leaves to see if there's any signs of any insects or bugs And if there are you want to deal with these right away?

      They like it when the water is at room temperature So we all know that house plants need soil and good light and some water in order to thrive But one thing that can commonly be missed is the fertilizer which is the plant's food and every plant is different But in the spring and summer usually they need to be fed every two to four weeks I usually do it every two weeks, but in the winter it's in its rest period So usually they don't need any feeding at all during that time I just use this universal liquid variety that works on all of our house plants Some plants work well in the Sun some work well in the shade But regardless all of them need some source of natural light now in the darker winter months You might need to move your plants towards a light source But generally speaking plants don't like to be moved they get accustomed to the environment that they're in so move your plants if you have to But otherwise just let them be The Other consideration with plants is the temperature you want to make sure you keep it within a range that it's comfortable at keep in mind That plants in front of windows see pretty varying temperatures depending on the weather outside As well as plants that are by air conditioning units or radiators now if you find this all really Overwhelming to keep track of we actually created a free PDF for you that might help out a little bit in addition to some tips There's a page that you can use to Document the needs of each of your plants that you can then later refer to in case you've forgotten And there's also a plant watering tracker so to get your PDF check out the link in the description box below Insects and bugs love dead and decaying foliage So be sure to remove any rotting or dying leaves that are just sitting on top of the soil and whenever I see leaves that Are visibly about to die I just prune the plant by cutting these off so they don't steal essential nutrients from the leaves that are continuing to thrive While you're watering your plants just take a quick second to inspect the leaves to see if there's any signs of any insects or bugs And if there are you want to deal with these right away?

    • but one thing that can commonly be missed is the fertilizer, which is the plant's food.

      but one thing that can commonly be missed is the fertilizer, which is the plant's food.

    A2

    How to Best Build Soil to Increase Profit When Organic Farming

    36:18How to Best Build Soil to Increase Profit When Organic Farming
    • Will store, you know, they'll store a full year, and he will not lose his investment in his time, the nutrients he's put in the fertilizer or anything with the onions, whereas, you know, the tomatoes, you know, they go bad relatively quickly, and if they're not sold and he doesn't dehydrate them into sun-dried tomatoes, he's going to lose his investment.

      Will store, you know, they'll store a full year, and he will not lose his investment in his time, the nutrients he's put in the fertilizer or anything with the onions, whereas, you know, the tomatoes, you know, they go bad relatively quickly, and if they're not sold and he doesn't dehydrate them into sun-dried tomatoes, he's going to lose his investment.

    • Well, we chose, I chose to bring in rock dust, um, because I felt like I needed to do something aside from adding compost and fertilizer, which is what I wasn't having very good luck with.

      Well, we chose, I chose to bring in rock dust, um, because I felt like I needed to do something aside from adding compost and fertilizer, which is what I wasn't having very good luck with.

    B1

    Aquaponics System Grows Food on Boat Using Rainwater & Solar Power

    26:58Aquaponics System Grows Food on Boat Using Rainwater & Solar Power
    • the plants with. But, you might not want to feed the plants the nitrogen fertilizer if

      the plants with. But, you might not want to feed the plants the nitrogen fertilizer if

    • you're eating them. But we'll leave that one up to you. I tend to use my nitrogen fertilizer

      you're eating them. But we'll leave that one up to you. I tend to use my nitrogen fertilizer

    B1

    Top 10 Biggest Movie Bombs of 2025

    14:27Top 10 Biggest Movie Bombs of 2025
    • Feel free to spread me over a plan as nutritious fertilizer.

      Feel free to spread me over a plan as nutritious fertilizer.

    • Feel free to spread me over a plant as nutritious fertilizer.

      Feel free to spread me over a plant as nutritious fertilizer.

    B1