Down to Earth Tree & Shrub Fertilizer
Best organic fertilizer for establishing healthy, resilient trees and shrubs.
This blend is the gold standard for giving new plantings a fighting chance against transplant shock. By pairing a balanced nutrient profile with a robust dose of mycorrhizal fungi, it prioritizes long-term root health over quick, synthetic growth spurts.
$15.99
Who it's for
- Organic gardeners prioritizing long-term soil health and microbial activity
- Eco-conscious growers seeking safe, non-toxic plant nutrition
- Patient gardeners focused on building strong, resilient root systems
Who should skip it
- Pet owners concerned about attracting animals to the garden
- Gardeners needing immediate visual results for struggling plants
- Budget-focused shoppers comparing costs against high-analysis synthetic fertilizers
Performance breakdown
Root Development Support
Eleven mycorrhizal strains provide exceptional foundation for long-term plant health.
Nutrient Balance
The 4-2-4 ratio offers steady, reliable growth for varied woody species.
Stress Resilience
Formulated specifically to mitigate transplant shock and environmental drought stress.
Ingredient Quality
Premium organic sources ensure clean, sustainable nutrition without synthetic fillers.
Application Versatility
Effective for everything from bare-root saplings to established container shrubs.
Soil Enrichment
Humic acids and kelp meal actively improve soil structure over time.
Key Specs
NPK Ratio
4-2-4
Package Weight
5 lbs
Total Nitrogen (N)
4.0%
Available Phosphate (P2O5)
2.0%
Soluble Potash (K2O)
4.0%
Derived From
Fish Bone Meal, Soybean Meal, Langbeinite, Feather Meal, Rock Phosphate, Greensand, Kelp Meal
Additional Ingredients
5% Humic Acids derived from Leonardite
Certification
OMRI Listed
Release Type
Slow Release
Season of Use
Spring
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