I also detest time release fertilizer. Not just
Osmocote.
Although, I have to say I have never used it!
I like to feed my plants what they need, when they need it.
I like to be in control.
Scotts Miracle-Gro owns Osmocote
Monsanto and Scotts are two different companies.
Scotts is not owned by Monsanto.
Monsanto is in the process of being acquired by Bayer.