Down to Earth Seabird Guano Fertilizer

No, this specific formula is strictly a phosphorus supplement. Because it lacks nitrogen and potassium, you should pair it with a balanced fertilizer or a nitrogen-rich amendment if your plants require a complete feeding program.

It is excellent for both. While it is famous for boosting flower blooms, the high phosphorus content is equally beneficial for fruiting vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, and melons to help them set more fruit.

While the product is water-soluble, it is a granular powder that may not fully dissolve like a synthetic liquid fertilizer. It is best applied directly to the soil or mixed into a watering can for manual application rather than running it through delicate drip irrigation lines, which could clog.

Seabird guano is generally faster-acting than bone meal. Because it is more readily available to the plant, it is a better choice if you need to correct a phosphorus deficiency quickly or give your plants a rapid boost during the flowering stage.

While it is OMRI-listed for organic gardening, seabird guano has a strong, pungent odor that is highly attractive to dogs. We recommend working it well into the soil and covering it with mulch to discourage pets from digging in the garden beds.

Yes, mixing it into your potting soil or garden beds before planting is one of the most effective ways to use it. This allows the nutrients to integrate with the soil structure and begin supporting root development right from the start.