Jobe's

Jobe’s fertilizer is for gardeners feeding trees, shrubs, vegetables and houseplants. The company’s pre-measured spikes reduce the likelihood of over-fertilizing and release nutrients into the soil over time. Spikes suit a simple feeding routine, with formulas to match the plants you’re growing.

Jobe’s is the gardening brand within The Jobe’s Company known for fertilizer spikes. Its history goes back to a houseplant spike introduced in 1969. Easy Gardener acquired Jobe’s in 1996, and Centre Lane Partners acquired Easy Gardener in 2015. Easy Gardener announced its name change to The Jobe’s Company in early 2016.

Spikes for trees, shrubs and fruit trees

Match the spike to the plant. Jobe’s has Tree & Shrub Fertilizer Spikes, separate Evergreen Tree Fertilizer Spikes, and Fruit & Citrus Tree Fertilizer Spikes. For an organic option, Jobe’s Organics has Spikes for Trees, Shrubs & Evergreens.

Placement matters. Tree and shrub spikes go around the drip line, the ground beneath the outer reach of the branches. Crowding fertilizer around the trunk misses that placement. Put the spikes into soft, damp soil and follow the individual product’s directions for spacing and quantity.

Vegetable fertilizer in both forms

Jobe’s Organics is the organic line, and its vegetable fertilizer choices include spikes and Vegetable & Tomato Granular fertilizer. You can choose the application method that suits your garden. Spikes give you pre-measured portions; granular fertilizer suits a gardener who prefers to measure and distribute fertilizer across a bed. Follow the directions on the fertilizer you choose for the application amount.

Jobe’s also offers Tomato Fertilizer Spikes for gardeners choosing a tomato-specific product.

Keep the feeding routine plant-specific

Pre-measured spikes simplify portioning, while the product’s instructions determine how many you use. Adding extra fertilizer because a plant looks poor can overlook a watering or growing-condition problem. Check those conditions before increasing the amount, and follow the fertilizer’s directions for reapplication.

For indoor plants, Jobe’s offers Houseplant Plant Food Container Spikes.

Fertilizer forms

Product	Form	Plant type
Jobe’s Tree & Shrub Fertilizer Spikes	Spikes	Trees and shrubs
Jobe’s Evergreen Tree Fertilizer Spikes	Spikes	Evergreen trees
Jobe’s Fruit & Citrus Tree Fertilizer Spikes	Spikes	Fruit and citrus trees
Jobe’s Organics vegetable fertilizer spikes	Spikes	Vegetables
Jobe’s Organics Vegetable & Tomato Granular fertilizer	Granular	Vegetables and tomatoes

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do you need to replace fertilizer spikes?

Most plants need fresh spikes twice a year. That’s the general schedule for Jobe’s Company spikes, but you still need to follow the directions for the plant-specific formula you’re using.

Can fertilizer spikes burn plants?

Jobe’s Company says its fertilizers won’t burn plants or lawns when you use the recommended amount. Pre-measured portions help with dosing, but you still need to count the spikes correctly.

Are Jobe’s fertilizers safe around pets?

The company describes its fertilizers as non-toxic and safe around pets and children. Organic fertilizer smells can attract cats and dogs, though, so that’s worth accounting for when you choose where and how to apply it.

What’s in Jobe’s Biozome?

Jobe’s Biozome combines bacteria, mycorrhizal fungi and archaea. It’s a blend of microorganisms, so it serves a different purpose from the fertilizer’s nutrient analysis.