SOIL MOIST Paks Plus contains water storing polymer crystals and an 8 to 9 month timed release 9-3-6 fertilizer. The easy to apply products are ideal potted plants, hanging baskets, vegetables, trees, shrubs and more. Each retail unit contains six packets. Use one packet per 10 in pot or 3 ft tall tree or shrub. Simply place the proper amount of Paks into the empty pot or planting hole. Must be incorporated at the root level, do not top dress.