Down to Earth Starter Mix Fertilizer
Best organic starter fertilizer for establishing healthy new garden plantings.
This balanced blend is the ultimate insurance policy for fragile seedlings, packing essential micronutrients and beneficial fungi into one bag. You sacrifice the precision of synthetic chemical boosters, but you gain a robust, naturally developed root system that sets your garden up for long-term success.
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Garden Elements
Who it's for
- Organic gardeners prioritizing sustainable and safe soil health
- New gardeners worried about burning delicate young seedlings
- Eco-conscious growers focused on long-term soil microbial vitality
Who should skip it
- Gardeners needing immediate visual results for struggling plants
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for high-concentration nutrient value
- Pet owners concerned about attracting animals to the garden
Performance breakdown
Root Development Support
Endomycorrhizae integration provides a significant boost to early root establishment.
Nutrient Balance
The 3-3-3 NPK ratio offers a gentle, steady foundation for seedlings.
Micronutrient Profile
Comprehensive secondary nutrients address common deficiencies in young, developing plants.
Application Versatility
Coarse meal texture works seamlessly across containers, beds, and woody shrubs.
Organic Integrity
Natural ingredient sourcing ensures safe, sustainable feeding for sensitive young roots.
Ease of Distribution
Granular consistency allows for precise, mess-free soil incorporation during planting.
Key Specs
Active Ingredients
3.0% Nitrogen, 3.0% Phosphate, 3.0% Potash
Secondary Nutrients
6.0% Calcium, 1.0% Magnesium, 2.0% Sulfur, 0.5% Iron
Formulation
Coarse meal mixture
Application Rate
2.5 - 5 pounds per 100 sq ft
Dimensions
8.00 x 3.50 x 10.75 inches
Shipping Weight
5.44 lbs
Organic Certified
Yes
Fertilizer Source
Organic, Natural
Coverage Area
100.0 sq ft
Application Method
Soil Drench
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