shrimp plant fertilizer Down To Earth Shrimp Meal 6-6-0 2lb

shrimp plant fertilizer Down To Earth Shrimp Meal 6-6-0 2lbDown To Earth, Shrimp Meal 6 6 0, All Natural Fertilizer, Single Ingredient (2 LBS.) Down To Earths Shrimp Meal 6 6 0 is an excellent all purpose fertilizer rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and calcium. It is wonderful for use on all types of garden vegetables, flowers and herbs. A valuable byproduct of the fresh Pacific shrimp processing industry, finely ground DTE Shrimp Meal 6 6 0 will break down rapidly in the soil to promote vigorous plant growth and

Down To Earth™, Shrimp Meal 6-6-0, All Natural Fertilizer, Single Ingredient (2 LBS.)

Down To Earth’s Shrimp Meal 6-6-0 is an excellent all-purpose fertilizer rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and calcium. It is wonderful for use on all types of garden vegetables, flowers and herbs. A valuable byproduct of the fresh Pacific shrimp processing industry, finely ground DTE Shrimp Meal 6-6-0 will break down rapidly in the soil to promote vigorous plant growth and development.

About this item

• Enriches new garden soils and compost piles for all types of gardens
• Down to Earth Shrimp Meal is a two pound box of all natural fertilizer with 6-6-0 formula and is listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) for use in organic production
• Rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and calcium, Shrimp Meal is wonderful for all types of garden vegetables, flowers, herbs and ornamentals and also acts as an exceptional compost bio-activator
• An excellent all purpose organic fertilizer derived from ground Pacific Northwest shrimp shells
• Shrimp Meal stimulates the growth of beneficial soil microorganisms and is rich in chitin, a natural polysaccharide that can help plants develop healthy immune responses
• Similar to crab meal, it has a finer texture and is slightly more available to soil

How to use Shrimp Meal fertilizer

• 10 cups = 1 lb
• ¼ cup = 0.4 oz
• 1 tbsp = 0.1 oz

Vegetable Gardens & Flower Beds:

To prepare new gardens, apply 2 lbs per 100 square feet and thoroughly mix into the top 3″ of soil. For new transplants, add 1-2 tbsp per hole, mix into soil and water in well. To feed established plants, side dress 2-4 oz, once each month during the growing season depending on plant size and desired growth rate.

Containers:

For new plantings, add 1-2 tbsp per gallon of soil and mix thoroughly OR add 10 lbs per cubic yard. For established plants, lightly mix 1-2 tbsp per gallon into the soil surface once each month during the growing season.

Trees & Shrubs:

Spread 1-2 lbs per 1″ of trunk diameter around the base outwards to the drip line, mix into soil surface and water in well. For new trees, prepare transplant hole and mix 1-2 cups with the backfill soil. Use amended soil to fill in around the new tree and water in well.

Row Crops/Acreage:

Apply 500-1,000 lbs per acre depending on specific crop needs or required pounds of actual nutrients per acre