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Founded in 1977, Down To Earth™
has been one of the country’s leading
manufacturers and distributors of
natural fertilizers and premium
organic gardening products.

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line of natural and organic fertilizers,
soil amendments and potting media
that work with the microorganisms,
fungi and organic matter in your soil
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Products included on the OMRI Products
List and approved for use in organic crop Our natural fertilizers are carefully
production. These products have been
evaluated to determine that they comply blended from the best sources of
with organic standards. organic nutrients without the use of Protecting the environment is integral
synthetics, growth stimulants or low- to the Down To Earth™ philosophy.
Our fertilizers are packaged in
quality fillers like poultry waste. You
can be confident that you are giving environmentally friendly unbleached
your farm or garden the best product kraft paper boxes and multi-wall bags
that are manufactured from recycled
available, whether it’s a multi-purpose
CDFA Organic Input Material blend or a specialized soil amendment.content and are recyclable. Our box is
Products registered and approved by the so completely recyclable,
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that may be used in organic crop and added to your compost
food production and that comply with the used by home
requirements of the National Organic gardeners, commercial offering only the pile or used as a
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mycorrhizal fungi to stimulate rooting,
vigor and optimum plant development. Any gardener or to plant care, crop in organic and natural
farmer can utilize our gardening products.
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Contents
Feed Your Soil The Basics of Organic Gardening.........................................................................4

Soil Supplements The Basics of Organic Fertilizers...........................................................................6

Protecting Your Understanding Nutritional Problems Early.............................................................8

Plants Mycorrhizae Get to the Root of Great Gardens.....................................................9
Control Pests Ecologically.....................................................................................9

Growing Guides Grass...................................................................................................................10

Tomatoes.............................................................................................................12
Strawberries........................................................................................................14
Potatoes..............................................................................................................15

It's Aliiive! Tending to the Life in Your Garden Soil...............................................................16

Fertilizer Blends Acid Mix, All Purpose Mix, Bio-Fish, Bio-Live, Bio-Turf, Citrus Mix,
Fruit Tree, Rose & Flower Mix, Starter Mix,Tree & Shrub,
Vegan Mix, Vegetable Garden....................................................................... 18-19

Single Ingredient Alfalfa Meal, AZOMITE Granulated, AZOMITE SR, Bat Guano, Blood Meal,
Fertilizers Bone Meal, Cottonseed Meal, Crab Meal, Feather Meal, Fish Bone Meal,
& Garden Minerals Fish Meal,Granular Humic Acids................................................................... 20-21
Greensand, Insect Frass, Kelp Meal, Langbeinite, Neem Seed Meal, Oyster Shell,
Rock Phosphate, Seabird Guano, Shrimp Meal, Soybean Meal................... 22-23
Garden Gypsum, Dolomite Lime, Garden Lime..................................................24

Liquid & Soluble Liquid All Purpose, Liquid Bloom, Liquid Bone Meal, Liquid Calcium, Liquid Fish &
Fertilizers Kelp, Liquid MicroNutrient, AGmino, Fish Bone Powder, Fish Powder......... 24-25

Solution Grade Minerals, Azomite, Calcium 96, Gypsum, Langbeinite, Potassium Sulfate.........................26
Mycorrhizal Fungi Granular Root Growth Enhancer, Soluble Root Growth Enhancer,
& Beneficial Bacteria Ultra-Concentrated Granular Root Zone, Ultra-Con. Soluble Root Zone............27

Potting Soil & Seed All Natural Potting Soil, Pro-Organic Mix,
Starting Media Coconut Coir Fiber, Coconut Husk Chips, Earth Plugs.......................................28

Fertilizer Chart Fertilizer Usage............................................................................................. 30-31

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Feed Your Soil
The Basics of Organic Gardening

TIPS FOR PLANTING BULBS

Select a location in full or part
sun, and loosen soil to a depth of
six inches or more.
Work in compost along with a
high-phosphorus fertilizer, such
as Down To Earth™ Bone Meal
3-15-0, Fish Bone Meal 3-16-0,
Rock Phosphate 0-3-0 or Rose
& Flower Mix 4-8-4.
Plant bulbs according to
directions on package with tip of
bulb facing upward and blunt end
facing downward.
Plant bulbs of similar color and
type together in a mass grouping,
sometimes called a sweep, for a
more dramatic effect.
JUST WHAT IS ORGANIC rely on. Organic gardening emphasizes
Plant bulbs according to height GARDENING? continually strengthening the complex
in a border with tallest plants at soil environment. That promotes healthy,
the rear. Organic gardening is growing plants
in harmony with nature by using vibrant plant growth, and allows the
biologically sound cultural practices to plants to grow at a natural pace and
FOLIAR FEEDING produce the best tasting, most nutritious
improve the soil, promote healthy plant
Foliar Feeding is a method of
development and encourage a fruitful foods for you and your family.
fertilizing that allows plants to
absorb nutrients more quickly, harvest. By utilizing a diverse selection of For plants to grow, they need air,
rather than waiting for fertilizer natural and organic fertilizers, as well as water, food and a porous medium for
to leach into the soil solution to minerals and soil amendments, we can root expansion. The food is provided
be picked up by the roots. Foliar support this process. by minerals and organic matter in the
feeding provides results in hours
instead of days. Feeding the soil is the foundation soil, and can be supplemented with the
of organic gardening. Conventional addition of amendments, composts,
To begin foliar feeding, first mix
up the foliar tea according to the gardening practices treat the soil manures, minerals, natural fertilizers or
package directions and place in as a structural medium and focus by companion plants such as legumes.
a clean sprayer. Spray early in only on feeding the plant directly Besides providing plant nutrients,
the morning. Start at the bottom
of the plant and work toward
with synthetic fertilizers. This may organic matter provides additional
the top, spraying the tops and diminish the soil’s natural capacity functions. It adds structure to sandy
undersides of the leaves until for supporting plant health because it soils and helps loosen clay. It also
liquid begins to drip off. ignores, and may harm, the essential retains moisture, improves aeration and
living components of soil that plants feeds the beneficial inhabitants, such

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as bacteria and fungi present in the Cover Crops: Cover crops are another
soil. Organic matter originates from way to increase organic matter and TIPS FOR
once living sources such as plants and feed your soil at the same time. They CONTAINER GARDENING
their root systems, mulch and woody help break up compacted soils and Allow 2 gallons of container size
materials, soil organisms and plant and control erosion while deterring weeds for every foot of plant height (e.g.
animal waste in the form of compost. and attracting beneficial insects. a 2-foot high plant will need a 4
This process of renewal and decay When mowed and left to decompose, gallon pot).
eventually transforms organic matter they are referred to as a green Many plants grow quickly and
into humus, a highly complex substance manure, acting like mulch and slowly may become root bound in a
that is often described as adding nutrients to the short time, so select a pot large
enough for future growth.
the “life-force” of a soil. Good cover crop
healthy soil. choices include alfalfa, Down To Earth™ Potting Soil
barley, buckwheat, has adequate drainage, so it is
Composting: Mature not necessary to add rocks or
compost is also clovers, fava beans, broken pottery pieces to the
referred to as humus field peas, oats, vetch, inside bottom of the containers.
and is thought by winter rye and wheat. Keep the soil slightly moist.
some to be the most Mulch: Mulch can be Water when needed, once or
important factor in the placed around plants twice a week during the summer,
and once a month during the
enrichment of soils to help retard weeds, winter. Do not over water.
in both a physical and hold moisture, prevent
To regulate green growth and
chemical sense. Besides erosion and modify soil encourage more flowers, add a
increasing fertility, compost helps the temperatures. Gradually, the mulch dry fertilizer to the soilless mix
soil retain moisture and encourages materials will break down, adding when planting. Add a liquid or
the formation of good soil structure. to the organic matter content and soluble fertilizer when needed.
Chemically, it makes nutrients more enriching the soil. Excellent sources
available to plants and feeds the soil of available mulch include leaves, VOCABULARY
population of microorganisms and other bark, straw, pine needles and even Top dressing is sprinkling
creatures, thus maintaining high levels plain cardboard. powdered or granular fertilizer
of healthy soil life. Keep in mind that compost, cover around a plant and gently
scratching it into the top layer of
Compost is also an ideal way to crops and mulch should be used soil.
recycle what would otherwise be as part of a comprehensive organic
Side dressing is adding fertilizer
considered home and yard waste. system to increase soil fertility and alongside a row of plants,
Backyard composting transforms waste thereby improve plant growth and generally in a shallow trench.
into a valuable resource, and it reduces production. Natural and organic Root bound means a plant’s
the amount of materials heading fertilizers can complement the roots have grown too large for
towards landfills. nutrients present in organic matter the container, which prevents
We suggest applying 2 inches amendments to enhance fruit and the plant from absorbing proper
vegetable plants growing in your nutrients.
of compost to new gardens and 1
inch of compost to existing gardens garden. Organic gardeners employ A Drip Line is the outer edge to
a more sustainable approach to which a plant’s branches spread.
annually. Top dress lawns, fruit trees This is where rainwater tends
and containers with one-half inch of gardening, that revitalizes their soil
to naturally drip from the plant
compost twice each year. and develops a stronger relationship and where the root system is
with Earth’s ecosystems. concentrated.

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Supplement Your Soil
The Basics of Organic Fertilizers

OUR PHILOSOPHY
ON SYNTHETICS
Synthetic fertilizers do not
improve soil structure, and they
allow nutrients to leach through
the soil into waterways before
plants can absorb them.
The leaching effect caused from
overuse of synthetic fertilizers
destroys the natural soil
structure and eventually causes
the soil to become compacted
and lifeless. Organic Fertilizers derived from All Purpose Mix 4-6-2 is comprised
plant, animal or mineral resources, of each primary nutrient, whereas our
The salt content in synthetic
fertilizers is toxic to beneficial and combined with organic matter, Feather Meal 12-0-0 provides only
soil microorganisms, such are ideal for enhancing soil fertility Nitrogen.
as mycorrhizae. and stimulating plant growth in a Each nutrient plays specific and
Synthetic fertilizers can release sustainable and environmentally complementary roles. Generally,
ammonia gas that can inhibit friendly way. nitrogen energizes vegetative growth,
seed germination and burn
tender seedlings. Organic fertilizers add nutrients to phosphorus produces expansive
the soil for uptake by plants and for roots, flowers, fruits and viable
Synthetic fertilizers promote
accelerated growth, making use by the myriad microorganisms seeds, while potassium (or potash)
plants vulnerable to disease and that inhabit healthy, productive soil. promotes sturdy stems, plus resistance
insect pests. Fertilizers are available as single to disease and temperature stress.
Synthetic fertilizers promote the ingredient nutrients or as complete Most fertilizers will also contain
use of chemical pesticides and blends with multiple applications. varying amounts of the secondary
fungicides that can damage or macronutrients – calcium, sulfur
destroy soil microorganisms and and magnesium – along with trace
persist for long periods. UNDERSTANDING elements or micronutrients that also
Nitrogen in synthetic fertilizers THE NPK RATIO play essential roles in plant nutrition.
is mostly quick release. The
unused nitrogen leaches through Fertilizers are labeled with numbers Since organics break down at a
soil, contaminating groundwater that represent the percentage of the slower rate, they release nutrients
including drinking water wells. three primary macronutrients – slowly with greater effectiveness than
nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and conventional fertilizer, reducing the
potassium (K) – that are available in need to reapply fertilizers as often in
the fertilizer. These elements are listed order to maintain soil fertility. This
as the NPK ratio. For example, our minimizes the possibility of “burning”

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plants with concentrated chemical over garden soils and lawns, as well
supplies of nutrients. as incorporated into potting soils to
TRANSPLANTING TIPS
By encouraging soil microbial life provide nutrients to transplants and
new plants. Dry organic fertilizers Water the seedling, plant,
to flourish, they improve overall soil shrub or tree with a liquid
health rather than degrade it. Since generally meet plants’ needs by
fertilizer high in phosphorous
organic fertilizers last longer and releasing their nutrients slowly over and potassium the day before
release their nutrients slowly, their time in a steady supply. transplanting to prevent shock.
long-term NPK amounts will be Water-Soluble Fertilizers: These Pop the seedling or plant out of
greater and more beneficial than what fertilizers begin to break down its old container with as much
is shown on the label. immediately, so they can be applied root ball as possible. Cut through
the mass of tangled roots and
Single-Ingredient Fertilizers: They to the top few inches of soil for quick remove any excess amount if
are used for specific plant needs release, transformed into a liquid root bound.
and in certain stages of a plant’s fertilizer for foliar feeding or used in Keep the root ball damp at all
development. For example, a high irrigation systems. A foliar tea can be times to prevent roots from
nitrogen source like Blood Meal 12- made by soaking the fertilizer powder drying out while out of the
0-0 is used when heavy feeding plants, overnight in a cloth bag suspended in ground. Leave the plant out of
a container of water. In the morning, the soil for the shortest time
such as corn, need an additional boost possible.
early in the season. To promote big, empty the residue that is left in the
bag around your garden, and pour Keep the plant stem base
beautiful blooms on your flowering level with the new soil, 1 or 2
plants, utilize a high phosphorus or spray the richly colored liquid on inches below the lip of the new
fertilizer, such as Seabird Guano garden plants. container. Tamp the soil down
0-11-0 or Fish Bone Meal 4-12-0. Liquid Fertilizers: They usually gently and firmly to remove air
pockets, and water in well.
Blended Fertilizers: These mixes, come as a concentrate and need to
be diluted with water before using Transplant outdoor plants on a
on the other hand, are used for more cloudy day or in the evening, and
general needs around the home and in your garden or to feed your keep in partial shade for a few
garden. Our Vegetable Garden 4-4-4 houseplants. Both teas and dilutions days. Gradually expose seedlings
is ideal for vegetables, flowers and can be applied with watering cans, to chilly temperatures before
trees as well as houseplants. A great hose end sprayers or through the final transplant into soil or
irrigation systems in a method known another container.
advantage of multipurpose blends
is that they save gardeners time and as fertigation. Always evaluate the soil before
transplanting. If the soil is hard
labor by offering a variety of single Tea and liquid soil feedings work clay or sandy, add compost into
ingredients pre-mixed in exact and best after a light rain or regular the backfill soil, and fertilize with
balanced proportions. watering when the soil is more a transplant mix to help the plant
absorbent. Teas and liquids can also re-establish faster.
be applied directly to the leaves and
THE VARIOUS bark of plants and trees using the PET TIPS
FERTILIZER STYLES above foliar feeding methods.
Dogs are frequently attracted
Down To Earth™ fertilizers are sold Foliar sprays can be more effective to organic fertilizers, especially
in three basic forms: dry, water- than soil applications in correcting if they contain fish. Try a top
soluble powder and liquid. nutritional deficiencies and treating dressing of cayenne powder
where you're fertilizing. It may
Dry fertilizers: Dry fertilizers come stress related problems under some deter the dog. Be sure not to rub
in several textures: pulverized powder, conditions. For best results, spray your eyes after applying.
meal, granulated and pelletized. early in the morning and when the air
They can be broadcast or spread temperature is below 85° F.

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Protecting Your Plants
Understanding nutritional problems early
Normally, when plants are grown Excess Potassium: Potassium toxicity
ELEMENTS FOR in fertile soil, fortified with compost will create nitrogen, phosphorous and
OPTIMUM GROWTH and organic fertilizers, or fresh trace mineral imbalances. Potassium
There are 19 beneficial elements potting soil, they do not suffer deficiency produces very tall plants
that contribute to healthy plant from nutritional problems. with weak stems as well
growth. Three of these essential Disorders arise when as leaf tips and edges
elements, oxygen, hydrogen and a plant variety has turning yellow, then
carbon, are provided by air and particular needs brown later.
water, while the rest are absorbed
by plants through the soil. or when too
little or too
Boron (B) stimulates cell OTHER PROBLEMS
division, flower formation much fertilizer is
and pollination. used. A fertilizer Excess of Secondary
Calcium (Ca) raises soil pH,
overdose can Nutrients: Too
promotes root hair formation and be remedied by much calcium and
early growth. flushing with magnesium increase
Chlorine (Cl) is needed for water. Plants with potassium problems, and
photosynthesis, stimulates specific needs, like can also inhibit reciprocal
root growth and aids acidic soil or a particular nutrient uptake of each other. Too little calcium
water regulation. deficiency, require the addition of will cause young leaf tips to die back,
Cobalt (Co) improves amendments or fertilizer. blossom end rot on tomato fruits,
growth, water regulation short roots, stunted growth and rotten
and photosynthesis.
plant centers. Magnesium deficiencies
Copper (Cu) stimulates stem IMBALANCE OF show up in leaf tips turning brown and
development and pigment PRIMARY NUTRIENTS curling upwards in a hook shape
formation.
Excess Nitrogen: Too much nitrogen pH Problems: Plants may also
Iron (Fe) stimulates the
formation of chlorophyll and
produces dark green foliage, few or reveal problems when the soil pH
helps oxidize sugar needed for no flowers or fruits and burnt leaf is incorrect. Soil pH measures soil
energy. It is also necessary for tips. Too little nitrogen produces acidity or alkalinity on a scale of 1 to
legume nitrogen fixation. light green to yellow leaves and slow 14. Most plants prefer a neutral soil
Magnesium (Mg) aids in growth, especially in the lower leaves range of pH 6.5 to 7. However, acid
chlorophyll formation and energy of older plants. lovers like blueberries enjoy a pH of
metabolism. It increases oil
production in flax and soybeans, Excess Phosphorous: An excess of 4.5-5.5. Soil pH regulates nutrient
and helps regulate uptake of phosphorous is rare, yet when it does uptake in plants. An unbalanced pH
other elements. occur, symptoms are similar to an will lock up vital nutrients in the soil
Manganese (Mn) is necessary excess of nitrogen. A phosphorous even if they are in adequate supply.
for the formation of chlorophyll. deficiency is revealed by deep green, To raise the pH, add oyster shell or
Molybdenum (Mo) is needed red or purple leaves, few blooms and lime. An abundance of organic matter
for nitrogen fixation and nitrogen fruits, yellowing bottom leaves and in the soil will help plants accept a
use. It stimulates plant growth stunted growth. wider range of pH.
and vigor much like nitrogen.

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Mycorrhizae get to the root of great gardens
“Myco”-“rrhizae” literally means relationships. Endomycorrhizae
“fungus”-“root” and defines the penetrate into plant roots, delivering
mutually beneficial relationship nutrients directly. ELEMENTS FOR OPTIMUM
GROWTH - continued
between plants and these specialized A smaller percentage of species,
fungi. The fungi colonize plant roots Nitrogen (N) is necessary for
including the most popular conifers chlorophyll and genetic material
and extend microscopic filaments and oaks, form ectomycorrhizal (DNA & RNA) formation, and
into the surrounding relationships. stimulates green, leafy growth.
soil profile, greatly Ectomycorrhizae live in Phosphorous (P) is necessary
enhancing the close proximity to, but for genetic material (DNA &
effective surface area RNA) formation, and stimulates
outside, plant roots. fruit, flower, root production
of the root system. and early season growth, and
The mycorrhizal The mycorrhizal increases disease resistance.
hyphae can access products we offer
Potassium (K) produces strong,
nutrients and water contain the most sturdy plants with thick cell walls,
unavailable to the diverse and effective increases disease resistance and
strains of mycorrhizal stimulates fruit, seed and root
host plant’s roots production.
because they explore fungi available
Silicon (Si) increases seed
a much larger anywhere. Several quantity and strengthens
volume of soil. of our fertilizer cell walls.
blends also contain Sodium (Na) increases sugar
More than 90 mycorrhizae. content and resistance to drought
percent of plant species (in some crops).
form a symbiotic relationship with Apply all these products so they
Sulfur (S) aids in formation of
these types of beneficial soil fungi. come into direct contact with existing certain oil compounds that create
Over 70 percent of plant species, or emerging plant roots. By utilizing a specific odors in some plants
including most common vegetables, robust mix of beneficial soil organisms, such as onions, garlic, mustard,
plants can survive and thrive the way etc. It increases oil production in
flowers, fruits, grasses and agricultural flax and soybeans.
crops, form endomycorrhizal they naturally evolved.
Zinc (Zn) stimulates stem
growth and flower bud
Control pests ecologically formation.

Simply growing plants in a healthy vegetables that attract and support

garden with soil empowered by beneficial insects and using sprays and
What are Mycos?
compost and organic fertilizers and powders made from natural materials
amendments greatly reduces attacks provides further protection from
by pests and diseases. problems.
Growing plants selected for your Remember, artificial pest control
locale, including cover crops and products can effect more than
companion plants that repel or trap just what's bothering your plants,
pests, growing flowers and flowering including the soil and plant itself.

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Lawn Care
Growing Healthy Grass

MOWING
PLANTING A NEW YARD After tilling the area, add your
If you choose to do only one topsoil, compost, lime and other soil
maintenance task, you should If considering planting a new lawn,
mow, but mow often. Weekly it is optimal to have 6 to 8 weeks of amendments, as needed. Consider
mowing from spring through fall good growing weather after seeding. using Biochar to help refresh the
will produce good quality turf. Grass seeds germinate best when soil by enhancing aeration, nutrient
Turf quality drops dramatically
the air temperature is between 60 and water availability, and improved
when the height is maintained soil texture. Spread amendments
over 2 inches. Bentgrasses or ºF and 85 ºF. In the Northwest, the
annual bluegrass prefer a shorter best times are from mid-August to uniformly over the entire surface and
mowing, down to 1/2 to 1 inch. mid-September, and from mid-April till again to achieve an even mixture.
Perennial rye grass, fescues, and to mid-June. Check with your region's Grading your ground is an
Kentucky Bluegrass optimum
height is from 1 1/2 to 2 inches. extension service for the optimal important step to help level out your
An occasional mowing during season in your area. lawn. You want to scratch down any
winter might be necessary to keep Soil Preparation: If you need to bring high spots and fill in low spots. Using
the turf in good shape before the
in additional soil, lightly rototill your a larger lightweight grading rake
spring growth spurt. (which can be rented), rather than a
existing soil first. Then, spread the
new soil and work it in. You will want small garden rake, can make the job
AERATING to rototill in order to loosen the first much easier. Creating a level, gradual
Aerate all lawns once or twice a 6 to 8 inches of soil, as well as allow slope away from buildings and flush
year to allow air, water, fertilizer the soil to be graded. A pebble-like to the concrete can help prevent
and roots to penetrate deeper in
texture is ideal. If it is tilled too fine, drainage problems.
to the soil. After aerating, add
fertilizer, spray with compost tea like powder, it can damage the soil Seeding: When seeding, the objective
and top dress with 1/2 inch of structure and reduce infiltration. It is is to spread seed over the area so that
fine compost. best to till the soil when it is relatively your grass will germinate and grow
dry, but not dusty and crumbly. uniformly. If you do not have access

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to a calibrated seed spreader, then Add Oyster Shell calcium lime once
divide your grass seed in half. Spread a year and Dolomite Lime every 3 to
the first half of seed over the entire 4 years to supply calcium and keep
surface of the lawn while walking back soil pH neutral in areas with naturally
and forth. acidic soils.
Next, spread the second half of Dethatching: Turf problems are
seed while walking back and forth often the result of excess thatch.
perpendicularly to the first orientation. Thatch is a tightly intermingled layer
For amount of coverage, refer to the of grass stems and roots, both living
requirements for the variety of grass and dead, that form between the soil WATERING
seed you choose. surface and the green foliage, a result Grow grass in a sunny location
of inadequate watering and lack of with good drainage. From June
Fertilizing: Apply fertilizer just before through August, lawns need
or after seeding. For establishing your organic material. Grass roots will to be watered deeply once a
lawn, you can use fertilizer relatively grow into thatch rather than the soil. week for proper hydration. If a
high in nitrogen and phosphorus, Dethatching can be done with dense, vigorous lawn is not your
priority, watering deeply every
such as Down To Earth™ Bio-Turf a vertical mower (also called a two weeks is sufficient.
8-3-5 that has extra potassium for verticutter or dethatcher), or you can
Instead of following a
reducing seasonal stresses related to use a steel rake to rip up the thatch. predetermined watering schedule,
temperature and watering changes. The optimum time to dethatch is it is better to observe your turf
when the turf is starting vigorous and check the soil moisture
spring growth, usually around Mid- regularly.
MAINTAINING HEALTHY GRASS April. Turf dethatched in the spring If it is dark green and doesn’t
A typical home lawn gets more recovers faster, and is less prone spring back after stepping,
complex each year. In the first year, it to weed encroachment than when it needs watering. Check the
moisture by inserting a 6”
contains mostly grass species found in dethatched at other times of the year. screwdriver into the turf. If it
the seed mix, but over time, it evolves Moss: As much as 75% of moss takes some effort to push it in,
to 3 or 4 species that have adapted can be removed by dethatching. it’s time to water.
to your climate. This new mix is Cryptocidal or moss-killing soaps If it penetrates easily, hold off
referred to as a “climax lawn” and is are safe to use on sidewalks, roofs on watering. Typically, lawns in
a natural process as your lawn adapts and other structures. Always follow the Northwest need 3 to 5 inches
to its environment. By concentrating of water in July and August, 2-4
manufacturer’s instructions for inches in June and September,
on mowing, irrigating, fertilizing, application of these products. and even less in May and
dethatching and aeration, you can October. Check for your region's
maintain a healthy and attractive lawn. Using Oyster Shell in the soil can optimal water levels.
reduce acidity and help to discourage
Fertilizing: You should fertilize the growth of moss. Moss growth If you have clay soil, water more
at least twice a year in order to frequently with shorter irrigations
typically starts with fall rains and to avoid runoff.
maintain a relatively healthy lawn. If reaches a peak in early spring. Moss
you only fertilize twice, fertilize in is generally associated with thin turf,
April/May and again in September. low fertility, high acidity, shade and
If you fertilize more than twice, do wetness. It is impossible to control
so in April/May, July and October. until these problems are corrected.
Depending on soil test values, you
might use our Bio-Turf 8-3-5 to add
additional phosphorus and potassium.

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Tomatoes
Growing everyone’s favorite garden vegetable
TYPES OF TOMATOES are varieties passed down through
Determinate- Bush Habit. Fruit generations (usually 50 years or
ripens all at once, making this a more) and are selected by farmers
TOMATO SHAPES AND USES:
preferred tomato for food preservers for specific characteristics. The fruit
Beefsteak: Large, irregularly who dry or can large quantities. Best size, yield and harvest times can vary
shaped, with dense flesh.
choice for containers. and are less predictable than in
Slicer: Round, main crop hybrid varieties.
tomatoes, also called globe; great Indeterminate- Vine Habit.
for sauces and eating fresh. Indeterminate tomato plants Hybrid Varieties: Hybrid tomatoes
continue producing fruit until the occur when two plants of different
Cherry: Small cherry-sized fruits
that are great for fresh eating or plant is killed by frost. This type is varieties are intentionally cross-
for drying. preferred by home growers and local pollinated by growers to produce a
market growers who want ripe fruit resulting tomato that has the best
Grape: Small oval-shaped fruits
that are smaller than cherry that continues through the season. traits of each parent variety. These
tomatoes with firmer, thicker skin. Requires trellising. varieties are created with plants of the
Saucing/paste: Comes in many same species or between very closely
shapes and sizes, and the low related species with reproductive
gel content makes them great OPEN-POLLINATED VS. compatibility. In this case, pollination
for pastes. Commonly, Roma HYBRIDS: is carefully controlled, ensuring
tomatoes are used for this purpose. that you are getting the
Open-Pollinated
characteristics that you
Varieties: An open-
COMMON PESTS want between the
pollinated variety
two. The process
Flea Beetles: They feed on has no restriction
takes years, and
tomato foliage early in the on the flow of pollen
season. Plant larger, sturdier, the result is usually
between individual
hardened transplants in warm a more disease
plants, eventually
soil as prevention. Cultivate your resistant tomato,
soil in the fall or early spring to creating more
with larger size,
disturb the overwintering adults. genetically diverse
yield, etc.
Cover seedlings with floating row species with variation
covers. If absolutely necessary, that allows plants to Hybrids aren’t a
you can spray with pyrethrum good option for seed
for control. adapt to local climate
and growing conditions. If saving, as the seeds are
Tomato Hornworms: Can be genetically unstable and offspring
controlled by hand-picking
pollinated within the same variety
them off the plants, or applying they will generally breed true to type will be less vigorous and won’t breed
the selective bacteria Bacillus year after year, so saving the seed of true to type. If you grow hybrids, you
thuringiensis var. kurstzki (Bt). an open-pollinated plant will result in must purchase new seed every year.
Snails and Slugs: These plants of the same variety. Heirloom However, hybrids can be stabilized
ubiquitous garden gastropods tomatoes are all open-pollinated, but over many years through open-
will feast on fruits too close to not all open-pollinated varieties are pollination with other plants, selection
the ground. Trellis your plants to and seed saving.
avoid losses.
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 PLANTING TOMATOES Blend our All Purpose Mix 4-6-2
Site Preparation: Tomatoes are a into the soil around the plant when
warm weather crop; they require planting. If growth seems sluggish,
use Fish Powder 12-1-1 for a boost. DISEASES AND PROBLEMS
a location with full sun (at least 6
Catfacing: Puckering, scarring,
hours/day) and slightly acidic, well- Support: This can be done by either and holes near the blossom end
draining soil rich in phosphorus and a traditional tomato cage, or any are caused by cold temperatures
calcium. A pH of 6.2-6.8 is best. sort of trellising that can hold up when flower buds are forming.
Two weeks before planting seedlings, the weight of a fruit laden tomato Avoid planting too early to
limb. Trellising keeps your precious prevent this.
mix a layer of aged compost or
fertilizer into the soil. Adding a fruits off the ground, preventing rot, Cracking: Radial cracking (from
keeping the plant dry, ripening more stem to blossom end) is caused
handful or two of Bone Meal 3-15-0 by high temperatures and bright
into the soil will ensure slow release of evenly, and keeps them away from light, or concentric (around fruit)
phosphorus and calcium, which can slugs and snails. when rain follows a dry spell.
help prevent calcium deficiency later Small Container Gardening: Sunscald: Too much sunlight
on (see blossom end rot under tomato Tomatoes can be excellent in pots if causes a blistered, shiny light area
problems). Amending your soil with you’ve got a small space to work with. on the sun side of the fruit due to
losing too many leaves through
ground Oyster Shell or Lime will also Minimum pot size is 7 gallons for a over pruning or disease.
help to avoid blossom end rot. Avoid tomato plant. Make sure you have lots
high-nitrogen fertilizers, which will of sun, a rich potting mix, and always Leaf Roll: Edges of leaves curl
to form cups that are firm and
give you beautiful, leafy tomato water deeply at the roots. leathery to the touch. Make sure
plants but fewer blooms and fruits. Watering: There are two basic rules to that your soil is well drained and
aerated to prevent this condition.
Seed: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks keep in mind regarding watering:
before the average last spring frost Verticillium & Fusarium Wilt:
1. Never water plants overhead. Causes leaves to curl up, turn
date. Keep seedlings warm and well Moisture on the plant can lead to yellow, and drop off. Dispose
ventilated during this time. diseases and fruit cracking. of infected plants in sealed
Transplanting: Harden off your containers; throw away with
2. Water the surface evenly and deeply. household garbage.
transplants in a sheltered location Mulches at the base of the plant help
outdoors, and bring them in for the Blight: Dark sunken areas form
immensely with keeping soil moisture on leaves as first fruits start to
night for at least 7-10 days before you more consistent, and as a bonus they mature (Early). Black, irregular
want to plant them. Tomatoes have a help keep down weeds. water-soaked patches on leaves,
narrow temperature range for setting dark spots on fruit (Late).
fruit. Ideal temperature is crucial to Harvesting: When your fruit reaches Destroy or dispose affected
avoid problems. Plant transplants peak ripeness, cut or gently twist the plants. The best defense is to
after danger of frost has passed when fruit off while supporting the vine to plant disease resistant cultivars.
night temperatures are consistently avoid any damage to the plant. At the Blossom End Rot: Fruit forms
50-55 °F. You’ll want soil temperature first sign of a heavy frost, harvest all water-soaked dark spot on the
your tomatoes at once, including the blossom end of the tomato that
to be at least 60 °F. They need warm can eventually take over half
(not hot) days of 70-80 °F. If there green ones. Mature green tomatoes the affected fruit. This is mostly
is danger of late frost, protect plants can be ripened in a dark, warm area caused by calcium deficiency or
with cloches. Early cold damage (60-75 °F). Placing green tomatoes uneven soil moisture. Blossom
can cause blossoms to drop and in a bag with a banana will help trap end rot can also be caused by
ethylene gas and hasten the ripening damaged feeder roots from
prevent fruit from setting, reducing careless transplanting. When
production for the entire season. Well process. Any green tomatoes left over planting, use mulch to help with
balanced fertilizer can go a long way can be battered and fried or be made moisture; handle seedlings gently.
towards growing healthy tomatoes. into end of the year pickles!

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Strawberries
Growing the garden’s sweet treat
SOIL PREPARATION & crucial root development. You will
PLANTING be rewarded the second year with a
Strawberries will be happiest and much healthier and more abundant
KINDS OF STRAWBERRIES sweetest in a full sun location with crop. To maintain your June bearers
fertile, well draining soil. Adding (this does not apply to ever bearers)
The two main types include
June bearing and ever bearing. compost to the area before planting after the crop has been harvested, it
is recommended to encourage good is important to cut the foliage back 2
June bearers produce one high inches above the crown and remove
yielding crop per year, early in drainage and moisture retention and
the summer. This one large crop to boost the available nutrients. For all the extra debris. This is called
makes them ideal for canning and good drainage, we suggest planting “renovation” and it will help with
freezing. The second main type
in a raised bed to help the plants next year’s yield as well as disease
are the ever bearing varieties. resistance. In mid to late July,
stay free of any root rot
Ever bearers basically produce problems (10-12 inches trim off all but 2-3 runners from
two crops each year; the first
high is great). each mother plant. A helpful
in late June/early July, and the rule is to remove all runners
second in the early fall. Day Space the plants
neutrals are considered ever that have not rooted by the
bearers, and they will produce
12-18 inches apart. 1st of September. Fertilize
early July through the fall. Ever Plant with the roots with a balanced natural
bearers are ideal for summer- straight down and the fertilizer such as Down To
long snacking. middle of the crown Earth™ Rose and Flower
set level with the top 4-8-4 or Acid Mix 4-3-6 in
of the soil (avoid late summer to encourage fall
KEEP IN MIND
covering the crown). plant growth.
• Strawberries are easy to grow, Top dress with an natural
and they are high in Vitamin C
and antioxidants. fertilizer two weeks after planting to
help the roots get established (Down EVER BEARING - CARE
• Strawberries are shallow
rooted, and like plenty of water, To Earth™ Rose & Flower 4-8-4 or With ever bearing varieties, it is
especially their first year. Acid Mix 4-3-6 is perfect for this). important to remove only the first
• Cover with floating row cover
Mulching your strawberries is an flush of flowers, allowing for root
if the temperature dips below effective practice to help with weed establishment. After July 1, you can
freezing to avoid any flower control and moisture retention. Many leave all new flowers to mature into
damage. weeds will compete for nutrients and fruit. As with June-bearers, it is a good
• Keep strawberries weeded. water, thus making it a good idea to idea to trim off all but 2-3 runners
• Gather more strawberry keep your strawberry area weed free. in mid- to late-July. Again, it is a
growing tips and information helpful rule to trim off any runners
from your favorite gardening
books, and online. JUNE BEARING - CARE that have not rooted by September 1.
Fertilize ever bearers in small amounts
With June bearers, it is important throughout the growing season with
to remove all flowers during their a balanced organic fertilizer, such as
first year in the ground to allow for Down To Earth™ Acid Mix 4-3-6.

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Potatoes
Growing America’s classic side dish
HOW TO START MAINTENANCE
You can use any untreated potato to When potato plants reach 4-6 inches
start or seed a new potato plant. Plant tall, mound soil up around each plant,
THE MORE YOU KNOW
potatoes, known as seed potatoes, leaving about half the top unburied.
whole if they are small or cut into Do this in the morning when plants Each potato tuber is a complete
package, containing enough
egg-size chunks if they are large. are standing up straight (they water and nutrients to get it off
Before you plant chunks, place the sometimes sprawl during the day). to a good start. It just needs
fresh-cut tubers in a dry, shady spot Keep hilling plants up until about well-drained soil and full sun.
for a few days to allow them to form 8-12 inches of soil covers the seeds. 1-2 inches of water per month,
calluses over the cuts. Uncut seed Then let the plants mature. between planting and harvest, is
enough to produce a crop.
potatoes will give slightly greater
yields than chunks. Potatoes can
be pre-sprouted by putting them HARVESTING PEST CONTROL
in a cool, dry, frost-free place for a When plants flower, you can harvest Flea beetles and wire worms
few days before planting. If a few new potatoes from can be a problem. Beneficial
you want fewer, bigger around the edge of each Nematodes applied twice in
potatoes at harvest, plant. New potatoes are spring will give good results.
then break off all but Be sure to follow instructions.
not just small potatoes. Early morning sprays of
one or two of these They are immature insecticidal soap will control
sprouts. For more, spuds whose sugar adult flea beetles. Gophers can
smaller potatoes,do has not yet converted be a problem in some areas. In
not break off any to starch, as it will the worst circumstances, you
sprouts. may have to line the bottom and
in fully developed sides of your planting bed with
tubers. That is why hardware cloth, or even plant
new potatoes are in barrels. You can avoid most
PLANTING TIPS deliciously sweet and disease problems by planting
Rows or hills: In row gardens, plant why they are best when consumed only certified seed potatoes.
tubers or chunks 4 inches deep and immediately after harvest.
18 inches apart in rows 2 feet apart. If After the tops of the plants die YIELD
you prefer to plant in hills, mound soil down, push a potato fork (a spading
as you would for squash, and plant In general, a pound of seed
fork or pitchfork will do) into the soil potatoes will produce 15-25
three or four seed potatoes in each around the perimeter of each plant. pounds of potatoes at harvest. If
hill. Generally, the more space you Rock it back and forth to break small you plant chunks, then each start
give the plants to develop, the higher roots connecting the potatoes, then will produce around 3 pounds of
the yield will be. The soil should be potatoes.
leave the potato patch alone for a
well drained and reasonably fertile. week to give the skins a chance to
For better benefits, always till well harden up. This way the spuds will
rotted manure, compost or fertilizer, not bruise when you dig them up and
like Bio-Fish 7-7-2 or Acid Mix 4-3-6 they will keep longer.
beneath the tubers before planting.

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 It’s Aliiiive!
Tending to the Life in Your Garden Soil
When we think of soil, what might come to mind is dirt, ground up rocks and rotten leaves, but the ground
beneath our feet is also teeming with life. These critters are essential to the organic gardener (and life as we
know it) because they break down dead plants, animals and minerals into particles that plants feed on. Follow
these tips to take care of the microorganisms in your soil and they will take care of the plants in your garden!

Chemical vs. Organic Fertilizers Cast of Critters

Chemical Fertilizers Organic Fertilizers Earthworms:
Eat plant Sow-bugs:
matter and Scavengers
make worm and shredders
castings, of organic
aerate soil materials

Mites: Springtails:
Can be predators Eat fungi, pollen, algae
or herbivores and decaying matter

Chemical fertilizers Adding organic fertilizers, Fungi:

have already undergone compost and green manures Some form a
processes that convert raw to your garden provides mutually beneficial
Nematodes:
materials into plant-accessible food for a great variety of relationship with
Beneficial
nutrients. The problem is that soil organisms. The waste plant roots and
nematodes
this food only benefits the that they produce becomes greatly extend the
eat fungi,
plant - essentially starving the food for your plants. plant’s root zone
beneficial organisms in the Adding organic matter to bacteria and
soil. In addition, chemical your garden soil also protozoa
fertilizers increase the acidity improves aeration, creating Waterbears:
of the soil and leave behind the light, fluffy beds that are Eat algae and
deposits of salts. The ideal for root penetration microscopic
repeated use of chemical and water drainage. organisms,
fertilizers eventually creates also very cute
“dead” soils and plants that
are entirely dependent on Protozoa:
Consume Bacteria:
man-made fertilizers.
bacteria and Some take nitrogen from
release nitrogen the air and feed it directly
to the plant, others break
down minerals
 Dos and Don’ts Don’t: Over-work the soil.
Too much tilling can destroy the
delicate soil structure, kill
Do: Mulch. Not only does earthworms and collapse their
mulching suppress weeds, tunnels, and damage mycorrhizal
which minimizes soil fungi. After the initial
disturbances, it also prevents double-digging of the garden bed, till
water loss through only when necessary. Some amendments will need to be
evaporation and reduces mixed in to come into contact with soil microbes.
temperature fluctuations -
creating an ideal environment
for beneficial critters.
Do: Rotate crops. Each type of plant has
different nutritional needs, and growing
one crop in the same spot year after year
Don’t: Step on garden beds.
can deplete the soil of essential nutrients,
Beneficial insects, and fungi, as well
as well as cause a build up of pathogenic
as plant roots, water and oxygen
organisms. Varying the type of plants in
can not move easily through
each bed from year to year will benefit
compacted soils. Keep this in mind
both the flora and fauna of your garden.
when designing your garden beds,
creating easily navigable paths that
are wide enough to work in.
Don’t: Use chemical pesticides,
fungicides and insecticides.
These can kill the beneficial
insects, microbes and fungi
Do: Top-dress. When adding
on which a healthy plant
compost to your garden bed,
depends. Instead, focus on
lay it on top of the soil, rather
prevention of pests and diseases.
than digging it in. Weather
and insect activity will
gradually mix it into the soil.

Do: Fertilize seasonally. Soil organisms

are most active when the soil is warm
Don’t: Over-water. A plant’s roots, and moist. Remember that it takes
and the beneficial fungi that grow time for some organic fertilizers to
on them, need oxygen to grow. become available to plants, and they
Heavy, waterlogged soils inhibit break down at different rates.
oxygen absorption. Water deeply Research your soil amendments to
and less frequently, testing the soil discover the best time of year to fertilize.
for dryness before watering again.

Do: Use our organic fertilizers. Feed your soil critters the best diet and
they will reward your plants with the best nutrients. Down To Earth
fertilizer blends contain ingredients from a wide variety of sources, which
are broken down by soil microbes at differing rates. One application will
meet your plants’ nutritional needs over a longer period of time than
chemical fertilizers, or other organic fertilizers with less diverse ingredients.
Fertilizer Blends MULTIPLE
SIZES
AVAILABLE!

Acid Mix 4-3-6 All Purpose Mix 4-6-2

A fertilizer blended specially for acid A gentle, non-burning fertilizer perfect
soil loving plants like rhododendrons, for vegetables, herbs, flowers and
azaleas, hydrangeas, evergreen trees container plants, our All Purpose Mix
and shrubs, blueberries, raspberries is also ideal for all types of transplants.
and other plants that thrive in a low Formulated with top quality organic
pH soil. To encourage lush flowers ingredients and designed to deliver a
and fruit, apply Acid Mix in early spring steady supply of essential nutrients to
for vegetative growth and again when your plants while enhancing soil fertility
blooms appear. Late fall applications and microbial activity naturally.
Ingredients: Cottonseed promote healthy root growth and Ingredients: Fish Bone
Meal, Fish Bone Meal, Meal, Blood Meal, Feather
Langbeinite, Rock boost resistance to extreme winter Meal, Alfalfa Meal, Rock
Phosphate, Humates and temperatures. Phosphate, Langbeinite,
Kelp Meal Humates and Kelp Meal

Bio-Turf 8-3-5 Citrus Mix 6-3-3

Bio-Turf is an entirely natural granular Designed to nourish citrus trees in
lawn fertilizer designed to provide a home orchards and containers, our
slow, steady release of nutrients and Citrus Mix is formulated with primary
encourage deep root development to help and secondary plant nutrients plus
reduce watering requirements. Bio-Turf’s selected micronutrients that promote
Nitrogen rich formula boosts early season lush new growth, abundant green
growth while its extra Potassium reduces foliage, fragrant blossoms and bountiful
seasonal stress due to temperature fruit. It may also be used to feed other
change and drought. Bio-Turf is also fruit trees, vines and ornamentals for
Ingredients: Feather Meal, ideal for garden vegetables like corn, Ingredients: Feather equally enjoyable results.
Meat and Bone Meal, tomatoes, leafy greens. Meal, Fish Bone Meal,
Blood Meal, Langbeinite Alfalfa Meal, Langbeinite,
Basalt, Potassium Sulfate,
Zinc Sulfate and Kelp Meal

Starter Mix 3-3-3 Tree & Shrub 4-2-4

Our starter and transplant formula is Formulated for transplanting bare
the perfect way to get your delicate root trees, ball and burlap shrubs and
young starts and new seedlings in the container plants, our Tree & Shrub Mix
ground and ready to thrive. In addition has a generous amount of mycorrhizal
to essential primary and secondary Root Growth Enhancer blended in to
plant nutrients we’ve added a diverse promote extensive root development
mix of beneficial soil microorganisms and to help protect against a variety of
to ensure successful planting, plant stresses including drought and
expansive root development and environmental extremes.
Ingredients: Alfalfa Meal, vigorous early growth. Ingredients: Fish Bone
Fish Bone Meal, Langbeinite, Meal, Soybean Meal,
Oyster Shell, Basalt, Feather Langbeinite, Feather
Meal, Humates, Kelp Meal Meal, Rock Phosphate,
and Mycorrhizal Fungi. Greensand, Humates, Kelp
Meal and Mycorrhizal Fungi

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Down To Earth™ Fertilizer Blends save gardeners time and labor by offering a wide variety of
single ingredients in pre-mixed proportions for more general needs around the home and garden

Bio-Fish 7-7-2 Bio-Live 5-4-2

A nutrient rich fertilizer ideal for heavy A rich, organic fertilizer mix infused
feeders like corn, cole crops and with a generous amount of beneficial
tomatoes, Bio-Fish is loaded with the bacteria and Mycorrhizal fungi
finest marine based ingredients to to stimulate rooting, vigor and
improve your soil while nourishing your optimal plant development. Bio-Live
outdoor plants. An excellent source encourages rapid colonization of
of Nitrogen and Phosphorus, Bio-Fish soil and soilless mixes and may be
can be used throughout the growing combined with other DTE fertilizers to
season to promote vigorous growth, further improve plant growth and yields.
Ingredients: Fish Bone beautiful blooms and plentiful fruit. Ingredients: Fish Bone
Meal, Fish Meal, Feather Meal, Fish Meal, Alfalfa
Meal, Sulfate of Potash, Meal, Crab Meal, Shrimp
Alfalfa Meal, Humates and Meal, Langbeinite, Humates,
Kelp Meal Kelp Meal, Mycorrhizal Fungi
and Beneficial Bacteria.

Fruit Tree 6-2-4 Rose & Flower Mix 4-8-4

Specially formulated to encourage A special fertilizer blend that provides
productive home orchards full of the ample nitrogen for vigorous growth,
delicious and nutritious tree fruits now extra Phosphorous for beautiful blooms
popular in many backyard gardens. Fruit and Potassium and trace elements
Tree fertilizer provides primary nutrients for healthy plant stock. Our Rose
for plant growth plus added calcium for & Flower Mix supplies your favorite
proper fruit development, so you can bulbs, annuals and perennials with the
enjoy bountiful crops of home grown fruit. nutrients needed for a long, healthy
Fruit Tree can be used on all varieties of season of sensational flowering.
Ingredients: Feather Meal, fruiting canes, shrubs and trees. Ingredients: Fish Bone Meal,
Fish Bone Meal, Calcium Blood Meal, Langbeinite,
Carbonate, Langbeinite, Alfalfa Meal, Seabird Guano,
Potassium Sulfate, Alfalfa Rock Phosphate, Humates
Meal, Humates and Kelp Meal and Kelp Meal

Vegan Mix 3-2-2 Vegetable Garden 4-4-4

The indispensable all purpose fertilizer Full of powerful plant nutrition to help
blended specially for vegan gardeners. your garden grow! Vegetable Garden’s
Free of any animal products or all-purpose formulation provides a
by-products, Vegan Mix is formulated perfect start for your sprightly spring
with plant derived essential nutrients veggies, gives your summer tomatoes
and natural mineral elements plus super-powers and is fantastic for
humic acids. Its slow release formula growing your favorite fragrant herbs.
is designed to continually nourish your A versatile mix for backyard gardens
vegetables, flowers and herbs while & hobby farms, Vegetable Garden’s
Ingredients: Soybean stimulating and building soil health. Ingredients: Fish Bone broad nutrient profile is ideal for use
Meal, Neem Seed Meal, Meal, Alfalfa Meal, Feather throughout the growing season.
Alfalfa Meal, Rock Meal, Langbeinite, Basalt,
Phosphate, Langbeinite, Potassium Sulfate, Dolomite
Greensand, Humates and and Kelp Meal
Kelp Meal

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Single Ingredient Fertilizers MULTIPLE
SIZES
AVAILABLE!

Alfalfa Meal 2.5-0.5-2.5 AZOMITE™

An excellent soil conditioner and all-purpose Granulated 0-0-0.2
fertilizer, Alfalfa Meal is a rich source of trace The “A to Z of Minerals Including Trace
elements and natural growth stimulants. Elements” is a mined volcanic mineral
Recommended for all flowering plants and product that has been granulated for
especially roses, it accelerates growth and easy application. An excellent way
promotes larger, more plentiful blooms. to re-mineralize depleted garden
Also useful as a compost bio-activator due soils, composts or potting mediums,
to its high organic matter content and ideal AZOMITE is proven to increase crop
carbon-to-nitrogen ratio. Down To Earth yield, quality and overall plant growth.
Alfalfa Meal is verified non-GMO and grown
in the Pacific Northwest.

Blood Meal 12-0-0 Bone Meal 3-15-0

A high Nitrogen source, our Blood A wonderful source of Phosphorus
Meal is guaranteed to promote rapid, and Calcium for flowering plants,
green growth. A wonderful fertilizer for trees and ornamentals. Bone Meal
heavy feeders like corn, spinach, salad is recognized as the ideal organic
greens and garlic in the early spring, it fertilizer when planting bulbs to
also helps compost piles heat up and promote strong root development and
break down fast. enhance early season growth.

Feather Meal 12-0-0 Fish Bone Meal 4-12-0

Feather Meal is a great source of slow Fish Bone Meal is a marine based
release Nitrogen that is perfect for alternative to traditional steamed
heavy feeders like corn, cole crops and Bone Meal and is wonderful for all
leafy green vegetables. Incorporate flowering plants, trees and shrubs.
into your soil before Spring plantings A great source of Phosphorus and
for best results. Calcium, Fish Bone Meal also contains
a small amount of Nitrogen and is an
ideal fertilizer for new garden beds,
perennials and bulbs.

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Single Ingredient Fertilizers are used for specific needs in certain stages of a plant’s development

AZOMITE™ Bat Guano 7-3-1

SR Powder 0-0-0.2 Down To Earth Bat Guano 7-3-1 is rich
Slow-Release grade of AZOMITE in nitrogen, phosphorus and potash and
volcanic minerals with particle sizes provides essential plant nutrition for
ranging from 4 to 200 mesh. Ideal for vigorous vegetative growth and prolific
blending with other fertilizer materials fruit and flower development. DTE Bat
and amendments as a trace mineral Guano 7-3-1 is highly effective mixed
resource to help meet complete plant into soils, applied as a side dress or
nutritional needs. An economical way to steeped to make a potent guano tea or
fortify and re-mineralize soils, composts foliar spray.
and potting mediums.

Cottonseed Meal 6-2-1 Crab Meal 4-3-0

We select only the finest feed grade Crab Meal is a superb source of
Cottonseed Meal, which has little or organic nutrients for vegetable gardens
no pesticide residue, and contains no and flower beds and is wonderful
animal by-products. Somewhat acidic for building soil tilth. Crab Meal
in nature, Cottonseed Meal is excellent enhances beneficial soil microorganism
for plants that need a low pH and is populations due to its rich chitin content
perfect for flowering acidic shrubs, and also makes an incredible compost
berries and trees when used as a bio-activator.
slow-release fertilizer.

Fish Meal 8-6-0 Granular Humic Acids

Fish Meal is an excellent source of A highly concentrated source of humic
Nitrogen and Phosphorus and is acids ideal for use on fields, turf and
recommended for vegetable gardens, vegetable gardens. Derived from
flower beds and all types of outdoor the ancient remains of decomposed
plants, trees and shrubs. Fish Meal organic plant materials, humic acids
enhances soil microbial life, promotes enhance nutrient uptake and stimulate
vigorous root development and soil microbial life. Naturally occurring,
provides an early season boost for all unaltered oxidized lignite containing
of your plants. 70% total humic and fulvic acids.

What are Humic Acids?

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Greensand Insect Frass 3-1-1

Greensand has been used as a soil Greensand has been used as a soil
amendment and conditioner since the amendment and conditioner since the
early 1700s. Naturally occurring in marine early 1700s. Naturally occurring in marine
sedimentary deposits, our Greensand is sedimentary deposits, our Greensand is
derived from the mineral glauconite, a rich derived from the mineral glauconite, a rich
source of potash and iron. Greensand source of potash and iron. Greensand
also has unique physical properties that also has unique physical properties that
are claimed to help loosen compacted are claimed to help loosen compacted
clay soils and improve the moisture clay soils and improve the moisture
holding capacity of sandy loams. holding capacity of sandy loams.

Neem Seed Meal 6-1-2 Oyster Shell

Neem Seed Meal is produced during Oyster Shell flour is an all natural
the extraction of oil from the seed source of high quality Calcium that is
of the Indian Neem tree (Azadiracta ground into varying sizes to ensure
indica). It is an excellent way to an immediate and sustained release
strengthen root systems, improve plant of this valuable nutrient. Calcium
immunity and balance nutrient levels promotes strong root development,
in the soil. Neem Seed Meal can be improves nutrient uptake and
mixed into soil or potting mediums, boosts plant immunity. Oyster Shell
used as a top dress or steeped to builds optimum tilth by improving
make a potent foliar tea. the texture, aeration and water
penetration of soils.

Shrimp Meal 6-6-0 Soybean Meal 7-1-2

An excellent all purpose organic Soybean Meal is an outstanding
fertilizer derived from ground Pacific source of slow release Nitrogen
Northwest shrimp shells. Rich in for promoting vegetative growth
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Calcium, and early plant development. Our
Shrimp Meal is wonderful for all types Soybean Meal is derived from
of garden vegetables, flowers, herbs organically grown, GMO-free
and ornamentals, and also acts as an soybeans that are mechanically
exceptional compost bio-activator. processed to preserve the highest
plant nutrient value.

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SIZES
AVAILABLE! products to create your own unique recipes specifically designed for your needs

Kelp Meal 1-0.1-2 Langbeinite 0-0-22

Down To Earth™ Kelp Meal is A unique 3-in-1 combination of
pure Ascophyllum nodosum Potassium, Magnesium and Sulfur,
seaweed from the clean, cold Langbeinite is a naturally occurring
waters of the North Atlantic Ocean. source of these vital plant nutrients.
Hand-harvested, carefully dried and Potassium is essential for high quality
finely milled, our Kelp Meal is a rich fruit, Magnesium is required for the
natural source of Potash and is ideal synthesis of chlorophyll and Sulfur is
for early Spring or Fall application. needed for enzyme activation.

Rock Phosphate 0-3-0 Seabird Guano 0-11-0

Soft rock phosphate, or colloidal Use our high Phosphorous Seabird
phosphate, is a natural, untreated Guano to dramatically increase
source of long-lasting phosphate and both the amount and size of
soil-building Calcium. Phosphate will blooms throughout the flowering
remain available across a wide pH period for all indoor and outdoor
range. For best availability, soft rock plants. Seabird Guano greatly
phosphate should be mixed into soil enhances beneficial bacterial
or compost prior to planting. A superb activity in the soil and because it’s
nutrient resource for all types of plants. water soluble, it makes an excellent
tea or foliar spray when filtered.

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Garden Minerals Liquid & Soluble
Prilled • Fast acting • Easy to apply
Fertilizers
Garden Gypsum Down To Earth™ Liquid and Soluble Fertilizers are
formulated to penetrate leaves and root systems quickly with
Gypsum will improve the physical
primary nutrients to encourage vigorous growth, increase
condition of landscape, lawn and
garden soils while adding the blooming and enhance root development for more bountiful
essential nutrients calcium and harvests by correcting nutrient deficiencies and sustaining
sulfur. Commonly used to reduce soil growth while reducing plant stress.
compaction and increase drainage
in heavy clay soils, gypsum is also Liquid All Purpose 4-1-3
used to help remediate and revitalize Designed to promote increased shoot,
alkaline, sodic or saline soils. flower, fruit and root development in all
types of plants. Ideal for use throughout
the growing season in foliar and soil
applied solutions, this easy to use concen-
trated liquid formula provides the primary
nutrients needed for vigorous growth,
abundant fruits and a plentiful harvest.
Dolomite Lime
High quality, fast acting dolomite lime
will sweeten your soil (raise the pH) Liquid Bloom 2-6-4
to improve plant growth and maximize Designed to promote enhanced bud,
fertilizer performance. Ground into flower, fruit and root development in all
an ultra-fine powder then prilled into types of plants including flowers, fruits,
uniform granules for easy spreading. herbs, ornamentals and vegetables.
Allows for rapid reaction time once This easy to use concentrated liquid
applied to garden soils and lawns. formula provides primary and secondary
Supplies calcium and magnesium. nutrients needed for beautiful blooms
while sustaining overall plant growth. Use
Liquid Bloom throughout the growing
season to support the natural progression
of plant development for prolific flowers,
flavorful fruits and a wonderful harvest.

Garden Lime Liquid Bone Meal 0-12-0

High quality, fast acting lime will A readily available source of Phosphorus
sweeten your soil (raise the pH) to and Calcium in a convenient liquid
improve plant growth and maximize concentrate that encourages increased
fertilizer performance. Ground into flower, fruit, vegetable and seed
an ultra-fine powder then prilled into production. Micronized and stabilized
uniform granules for easy spreading. bone meal containing slow and fast
Allows for rapid reaction time once reacting forms of phosphorus and
applied to garden soils and lawns. uniformly dispersed throughout the root
Supplies calcium, essential for proper zone for improved availability and rapid
plant growth. uptake. Use in soil, soilless and foliar
applications to help stimulate early root
development, aid in plant establishment
and improve flavor, quality and yields.
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 Liquid Calcium 5.0% AGmino 14-0-0
Calcium is essential for regulation Professional grade, water soluble, organic
of nutrient uptake, formation and nitrogen fertilizer derived from non-GMO
development of cell wall membranes vegetable proteins. Does not contain
and translocation of proteins and any animal proteins! AGmino is ideal
sugars throughout plant tissue. for supplementing plant nitrogen needs
Calcium deficiency can result in poor or correcting deficiencies in all types of
root development, yellowing of new plants. Blend with other soluble powders
plant tissue and fruit and vegetable or liquids as needed. It is fast acting, user
abnormalities. Our Liquid Calcium is friendly and effective as a foliar spray or
completely water soluble and chelated in soil applications. Chloride free and safe
with unique organic acids to enhance around plants, people and pets. Pleasant,
utilization and increase foliar absorption. savory odor makes it great for use in
greenhouses and other enclosed areas.

Liquid Fish & Kelp 2-4-1 Fish Bone Powder 4-20-0

An all-purpose natural-based liquid A high quality, free flowing phosphate
fertilizer made from pure hydrolyzed fish fertilizer for supplementing nutrient
protein and a concentrated extract of cold requirements or correcting deficiencies.
water Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed. It Encourages buds, flowers, fruits and
is ideal for enhancing plant development vegetables. Through an advanced
and promoting longer growing periods for enzymatic hydrolysation process,
all garden vegetables, herbs, fruits, vines our professional grade, high calcium
and ornamentals. Liquid Fish & Kelp concentrate is designed for efficient
provides three plant macronutrients delivery and rapid utilization. 140 mesh
and stimulates soil biological activity. powder can be used as part of a compre-
hensive nutrient management program.

Liquid MicroNutrient 2-0-1 Fish Powder 12-1-1

+2%Fe 2%Mn 2%Zn Premium quality and solution grade, this
Provides 5 plant-essential micronutrients high-nitrogen fertilizer is for promotion
(Boron, Copper, Iron, Manganese and of rapid plant growth or correction of
Zinc), plus an additional boost of Nitrogen nitrogen deficiencies. Fish Powder is
and Potassium in an easy-to-use enzymatically hydrolyzed and spray-dried
concentrate. Unique organic compounds fish protein concentrate. It provides a
allow chelated nutrients to remain in valuable and plant-available source
plant-available form until needed. Ideal of organic nitrogen, amino acids and
for correcting nutrient deficiencies through minerals. It is more concentrated and
foliar or soil applications. economical than liquid fish fertilizers.
Combine with seaweed powder, biological
inoculants or other soluble nutrients as
part of a comprehensive fertility program.

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Solution Grade Minerals
A high-performance mineral powder that AZOMITE 0-0-0.2
growers can apply with confidence. Designed AZOMITE, the “A to Z Of Minerals Including
for efficient delivery and immediate uptake, Trace Elements,” is a natural trace mineral
Down To Earth™ Solution Grade Mineral product mined in central Utah. AZOMITE
can improve plant and root system growth,
Powders can be used in reservoirs, fertigation, crop yields, quality and flavors as well as
drip irrigation or spray applications. re-mineralize nutrient depleted soils. This
450 mesh ultra fine powder can be used in
drip irrigation or spray applications.
Calcium 96
Ultra fine and highly reactive, Calcium
96 is a natural limestone powder that
provides immediate availability of
this valuable nutrient for plants and
micro-flora. With a high neutralizing value, Gypsum
this solution grade powder can be applied Calcium (Ca) and sulfur (S) are two of
at rates lower than typical Ag lime for fast the essential nutrients that plants require
soil pH changes. High quality calcium to achieve optimum growth and reach
provides a myriad of benefits to plants, their maximum potential. Gypsum offers
soils and soil biology. This 325 mesh many advantages for soil management
powder can be used in drip irrigation or practices in addition to being a valuable
spray applications. resource for plant fertility programs.
This 325 mesh powder can be used in
reservoirs, fertigation, drip irrigation or
spray applications.

Langbeinite 0-0-21.5
Potassium (K), magnesium (Mg) and
sulfur (S) are three of the essential Potassium Sulfate 0-0-50
nutrients that plants require to achieve Potassium (K) and sulfur (S) are two
optimum growth and reach their maximum of the essential nutrients that plants
potential. This balanced and highly require to achieve optimum growth
available water-soluble 200 mesh sulfate and reach their maximum potential.
powder can be used in reservoirs, Nearly every major plant physiological
fertigation, drip irrigation or function depends on one or both of
spray applications. these nutrients. This highly available
water-soluble 200 mesh sulfate powder
can be used in reservoirs, fertigation,
drip irrigation or spray applications.

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Mycorrhizal Fungi & Beneficial Bacteria
Down To Earth™ Mycorrhizal products contain the most diverse and effective strains
of mycorrhizal fungi available. Mycorrhizal fungi colonize plant roots, greatly enhancing
the effective surface area of the root system. More than 90 percent of plant species
form a symbiotic relationship with these types of beneficial soil fungi, bringing more
water and nutrients to the host plant’s roots. By utilizing a robust mix of beneficial soil
organisms, plants can survive and thrive the way they naturally evolved. Apply these
products so they come into direct contact with existing or emerging plant roots.

Granular Root Growth Enhancer Soluble Root Growth Enhancer

• A granular all purpose combination • A soluble all purpose combination of
of 11 species of mycorrhizal fungi for 11 species of mycorrhizal fungi and
inoculating a diverse selection of plants, humic acids that dissolves in water for
trees and shrubs soil-applied, irrigation, fertigation and
• Easy to use granular composition for transplant applications (can pass 70
preparing garden soils, transplanting mesh screen)
and inoculating soil mixes • Ideal solution for established plants,
• Increases root growth and development, containers, propagation trays, seeds,
improves nutrient and water uptake and bare root, turf and landscape
aids in minimizing effects of plant stress • Increases root growth and development,
improves nutrient and water uptake and
aids in minimizing effects of plant stress

Ultra-Concentrated Ultra-Concentrated
Granular Root Zone Soluble Root Zone
• Professional grade and ultra- • Professional grade and ultra-
concentrated microbial inoculant with 16 concentrated microbial inoculant with 16
species of mycorrhizal fungi, 2 species of species of mycorrhizal fungi, 2 species of
Trichoderma and 10 species of bacteria Trichoderma and 10 species of bacteria
• Contains more than 3x the total • Contains more than 3x the total
microorganisms of our previous formulation microorganisms of our previous
and features highly effective mycorrhizal formulation and features highly effective
spores to encourage rapid germination and mycorrhizal spores to encourage rapid
colonization of target plant roots germination and colonization of target
• Easy to use granular composition for plant roots
preparing garden soils, transplanting and • Easily dissolves in water for soil-applied,
inoculating soil mixes irrigation, fertigation and transplant
• Enhances root, shoot and plant development applications (can pass 70 mesh screen)
for increased vigor, growth and yields • Ideal solution for established plants,
• The most diverse and effective biological containers, propagation trays, seeds, bare
product available that is approved for use in root, turf and landscape
organic crop production • Enhances root, shoot and plant
development for increased vigor,
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Potting Soil & Seed Starting Media
Down To Earth™ Potting Media let you strengthen the complex soil environment of your garden to
promote healthy, vibrant plant growth. Good soil provides aeration, proper water absorption and plenty
of space for roots to expand, which allow plants to grow at a natural pace and produce the best tasting,
most nutritious foods for you and your family. Down To Earth™ Potting Media can help improve soil
structure, change pH levels, add water-holding capacity and stimulate microbial life.

Down To Earth™All Natural Potting Soil Down To Earth™Pro-Organic Mix

• Our custom blend of premium ingredients • A professional potting medium specifically
makes this soil an excellent all purpose formulated for organic growers who want
mix for seed starting, transplanting and a lightweight, biologically active seed
container gardening. starting, transplant and container mix with
• Rich in pure Earthworm Castings, Worm exceptional water retention.
Compost and Organic Fertilizers, our • Enhanced with beneficial microorganisms
biologically active potting soil nourishes and mycorrhizal fungi to encourage
your plants while retaining adequate expansive root development and efficient
moisture to help reduce watering needs. nutrient uptake.
• Diverse strains of mycorrhizal fungi • Pro-Organic Mix is designed to meet the
promote extensive root development, USDA National Organic Program (NOP)
increased nutrient uptake and improved requirements and can be used by certified
Contains: Aged Pacific Northwest
Bark, Coir Fiber, Worm Compost, stress resistance in a wide variety of organic growers for a wide variety of crops
Earthworm Castings, Perlite and plants, trees and shrubs. and applications.
Diatomite plus Organic Fertilizers Contains: Coarse Sphagnum
and Mycorrhizal Fungi Peat Moss, Coconut Coir Fiber,
Perlite, Worm Compost, Diatomite,
Mycorrhizal Fungi, Natural Wetting
Agent and Organic Fertilizers

Coconut Husk Chips Coconut Coir Fiber

An ideal bark medium that provides A compressed, all purpose medium
excellent aeration and structure shredded fiber and pith blend that makes
while retaining moisture for the plant. an excellent addition to potting mixes to
Coconut Husk Chips are perfect for orchids, Bromeliads, Anthiriums provide structure, aeration and improved
water holding capacity. An ideal alternative
and any other plant that thrives in bark, rockwool or clay media.
to coarse peat moss in bulk potting media,
compost bins, garden beds and soil mixes
designed for medium to large containers.
Earth Plugs
Plant Starters for Propagating Cuttings and Germinating Seeds
• The easiest and most effective way to start seeds or root cuttings, for propagating your own trees, shrubs
and perennials. These pre-formed plugs provide a flexible, aerated design that resists compaction and
will not crumble when transplanting.
• Earth Plugs promote superior root development for rapid plant establishment and vigorous new growth.
• Made of Fir Bark, Sphagnum Peat Moss, Coconut Shell Biochar and synthetic polymer

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Granular Root Growth Enhancer ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ★
Soluble Root Growth Enhancer ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ★ ★
Granular Root Zone with Beneficial Bacteria ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Soluble Root Zone with Beneficial Bacteria ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★
FERTILIZER BLENDS
Acid Mix 4-3-6 ✔ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔
All Purpose Mix 4-6-2 ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Bio-Fish 7-7-2 ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Bio-Live 5-4-2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★
Fertilizer Chart

Bio-Turf 8-3-5 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔
Citrus Mix 6-3-3 ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔
Fruit Tree 6-4-2 ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔
Rose & Flower Mix 4-8-4 ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Starter Mix 3-3-3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ✔
Tree & Shrub Mix 4-2-4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ✔ ★
Vegan Mix 3-2-2 ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★
Vegetable Garden 4-4-4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔
SINGLE INGREDIENT FERTILIZERS
Alfalfa Meal 2.5-0.5-2.5 ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★
AZOMITE ™ Granulated Trace Minerals 0-0-0.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
AZOMITE™ SR Trace Minerals 0-0-0.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Bat Guano 7-3-1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★
Blood Meal 12-0-0 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★
Bone Meal 3-15-0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔
Cottonseed Meal 6-2-1 ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Crab Meal 4-3-0 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ✔
Feather Meal 12-0-0 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★
Fish Bone Meal 4-12-0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔
Fish Meal 8-6-0 ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔
Granular Humic Acids ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

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SINGLE INGREDIENT FERTILIZERS
Greensand ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔
Insect Frass 3-1-1 ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ★
Kelp Meal 1-0.1-2 ★ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔
Langbeinite 0-0-22 ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★
Neem Seed Meal 6-1-2 ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★
Oyster Shell ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔
Rock Phosphate 0-3-0 ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ✔
Seabird Guano 0-11-0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★
Shrimp Meal 6-6-0 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔
Soybean Meal 7-1-2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★
Garden Gypsum ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Dolomite Lime ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Garden Lime ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
LIQUID & SOLUBLE FERTILIZERS
Liquid All Purpose 4-1-3 ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★
Liquid Bloom 2-6-4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔

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Liquid Bone Meal 0-12-0 ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★
Liquid Calcium 5% ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ★
Liquid Fish & Kelp 2-4-1 ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ★
Liquid MicroNutrient 2-0-1 ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★
AGmino 14-0-0 ✔ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★
Fish Bone Powder ★ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★
Fish Powder 12-1-1 ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ✔ ✔ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ★
KelPlex 0.5-0-10 ✔ ★ ★ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ✔ ★ ★
SOLUTION GRADE MINERALS
Azomite ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★ ★
Gypsum ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★
Langbeinite 0-0-21.5 ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★
Potassium Sulfate 0-0-50 ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★
Calcium 96 ✔ ✔ ★ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ★

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Bigger Box, Better Value! Mini Boxes, Fun Solutions! Endless possibilities!
Our larger size boxes give you more Our mini boxes are great for small Down To Earth™ fertilizers are designed
fertilizer for the same price as other spaces and unique endeavors. With with the ardent gardener in mind. Beside
brands. With more than 30 varieties more than 13 options of single- boxes, we also offer small and large
of single-ingredient and mixed-blend ingredient and blended mix fertilizers, bags for the avid grower, small farmer or
fertilizers in large boxes, every gardening the mini boxes are an economical and commercial crop producer.
project is covered. convenient option for your garden.

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