I agree with keyshunter. Don' t overfertilize, especially not too much nitrogen. If you apply too much nitrogen you' ll get large amounts of sucker growth, especially if you trim more than 10-20% of the branches off. The 1-2 lb. is even a little heavy compared to what I use. The best method at the point of growth that you' re at is to use a 6' diameter mulch of wood chips or straw/hay to keep the weeds down, the moisture up, the temperature moderate and the bacteria growing. About 1/2 lb (10-10-10) per inch of trunk diameter broadcast over the mulch should be adequite depending on your soil. It you have sod, the 1-2 lb is OK broadcast from 12" away from the tree trunk. Keep the grass mowed short (1-2" ).

Dan O.