Some plants have a reputation of being heavy feeders.

The main guideline for heavy feeders is not to overfeed.

Generally, the crop requires modest application of nitrogen fertilizer, as it is not a heavy feeder.

Strawberries are heavy feeders, so I add a good three to six inches of manure.

A heavy feeder and for optimum growth a rich substrate is needed, including clay.

Chrysanthemums are heavy feeders, and it is necessary to push them along with a good supply of nutrients.

One of the great summer delights is sweet corn, but the plants are huge and heavy feeders.

Artichokes are heavy feeders, so the soil should be well fertilized.

Peonies are heavy feeders and should be fed annually.

Asparagus roots are heavy feeders that grow close to the surface.