Promotes plant growth and enhances beneficial soil microorganism populations
A
byproduct of the West Coast crab harvest, Down To Earth’s Crab Meal
4-3-0 is a wonderful source of plant nutrients for vegetable gardens,
flower beds and field crops. The coarse texture of DTE Crab Meal is
ideal for improving aeration, drainage and overall soil tilth.
4 cups ≈ 1 lb; ½ cup ≈ 2 oz; 1 tbsp ≈ 0.25 oz
Vegetable Gardens & Flower Beds:
To
prepare new gardens, apply 5 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, depending on plant size and desired growth rate, once each month
during the growing season.
Row Crops/Acreage:
Apply 500-1,000 lbs per acre depending on specific crop needs or required pounds of actual nutrients per acre.
Containers:
For
new plantings, add 1-2 tbsp per gallon of soil and mix thoroughly OR
add 5 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.
TOTAL NITROGEN (N) 4.0%
1.0% Water Soluble Nitrogen
3.0% Water Insoluble Nitrogen
AVAILABLE PHOSPHATE (P2O5) 3.0%
CALCIUM (Ca) 14.0%
Derived from:
Crab Meal
Listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute for use in organic production.