Down To Earth Blood Meal - 50 lb

Key Features

Down To Earth Blood Meal is an all-natural fertilizer with high nitrogen content that is used as a soil amendment to aid in crop production. Perfect for gardening enthusiasts in search of sustainable, green solutions, it boosts soil health and encourages lush, vigorous greenery and accelerated vegetative growth. It's versatile and natural for garden use, helps your organic vegetable plants establish roots in it, and gives them the good aeration they need.

High Nitrogen Content

• Rich in Nitrogen (N): Blood Meal adds organic nitrogen, an essential nutrient for robust plants with a focus on strong green foliage.
• Encourages lush, green leaves and rapid vegetative growth.
• Excellent for plants that require large amounts of nitrogen throughout their plant life.

Organic and Sustainable

• 100% natural and organic, making it a safe and eco-friendly option for gardeners committed to sustainable practices.
• Free from synthetic chemicals, supporting soil health and the surrounding ecosystem.

Multi-Purpose Fertilizer

• Perfect for lots of your gardening needs:

• Vegetable Crops: Heavy feeding crops and include corn, spinach and lettuce.
• Root Vegetables: Garlic, onions, and beets.
• Flower Beds: Promotes healthy foliage in ornamentals before blooming.
• Lawns: Encourages foliage in ornamental plants before flowering.

Compost Accelerator

• Speeds up the composting process by providing a rich source of nitrogen.
• Helps compost piles heat up quickly, breaking down organic matter into nutrient-rich humus faster.

Benefits of Using Down To Earth Blood Meal

Some of the advantages of utilizing Down To Earth Blood Meal. Some of them are:

Boosts Plant Growth

• Provides plenty of nitrogen for plants and helps in maintaining good growth during the vegetative cycle.
• Enhances photosynthesis, which results in lush foliage and strong plants.

Improves Soil Fertility

• Adds organic matter to the soil and promotes microbial activity and soil health.
• Serves as a long-lasting soil conditioner, enhancing the structure and nutrient value of depleted soils.

Versatility Across Crops

• Ideal for leafy greens, root crops, and any other nitrogen-consuming green..
• Provides early-season support for annuals and perennials, helping them establish strong roots and vigorous growth.

Cost-Effective Solution

• Comes in 50 lb size that provides great coverage for large gardens, farms or landscaping projects.
• Long lasting and super effective, so you don't need to apply often.

How to Use Down To Earth Blood Meal

Soil Preparation and Application

• Vegetable Gardens:
• Before planting, mix 1-2 tablespoons per square foot into the top few inches of soil.
• For heavy feeders, reapply mid-season as needed.

• Flower Beds:
• Apply 2-3 tablespoons per square foot around established plants, gently working it into the soil.

Compost Piles

• Sprinkle Blood Meal in layers within the compost pile to provide nitrogen, helping balance the carbon-to-nitrogen ratio.
• Mix thoroughly to encourage even decomposition and faster heat generation.

Lawns

• Use 12-15 lbs per 1,000 square feet to green up your lawn early in the season.
• Spread evenly and water thoroughly after application.

Container Plants

• Incorporate Blood Meal into the potting mix at a rate of 1 tablespoon per gallon of soil.
• Apply every 4-6 weeks to maintain nitrogen levels.

Ideal Applications for Down To Earth Blood Meal

• Early Spring Planting: Provides a critical nitrogen boost for crops like spinach, corn, and salad greens as they begin their growth cycle.
• Heavy Feeders: Perfect for crops that require significant nitrogen uptake, such as garlic, onions, and leafy greens.
• Compost Management: Helps compost piles break down faster, turning organic waste into nutrient-rich soil amendments efficiently.
• Revitalizing Lawns: Promotes grass growth for lawns in need of a boost early in the season.

Tips for Best Results

• Test Your Soil: Before applying, perform a soil test to see your current nitrogen levels so you won't over-fertilize..
• Water Thoroughly: Make certain to water well after the application of Blood Meal to activate the nutrients and prevent nitrogen burn.
• Use Moderately: Use per-acre rates of nitrogen as directed; too much nitrogen can be detrimental to plants or cause excessive vegetative growth at the expense of fruit and flowers.
• Store Properly: Store unused Blood Meal in a cool, dry place to keep it fresh and effective.

Environmental Impact and Safety

• Eco-Friendly: Down To Earth Blood Meal fertilizer is made from industry-quality raw materials to ensure that your garden is always growing in the greenest way.
• Safe for Plants: Suitable for organic gardening, providing essential nutrients while supporting the natural soil ecosystem.
• Pet and Wildlife Precaution: While generally safe, avoid direct contact with pets or wildlife by mixing it into the soil promptly after application.