When you use Miracle-Gro Water Soluble All Purpose Plant Food to instantly feed flowers, vegetables, roses, trees, shrubs, and houseplants you'll enjoy bigger and more beautiful plants vs. unfed plants. For best results, feed your plants every 7 to 14 days when they are actively growing. Use with a Miracle-Gro Garden Feeder to feed your outdoor flowerbeds. Also, there's a convenient measuring scoop included so you can easily measure and add to any watering can, then feed your indoor plants or outdoor container plants while watering. For best results, feed your plants by soaking the soil at the base of the plants to fertilize the roots when watering with Miracle-Gro Plant Food. In-between feedings, reseal the remaining plant food in the waterproof bag for easy storage. The Miracle-Gro Water Soluble All Purpose Plant Food 5.5 lb. bag will feed up to 2,200 sq. ft. (10% MORE than 5 lb. container.) The formula is safe for all plants and will not burn when used as directed. Enjoy beautiful results with Miracle-Gro.