This document provides an overview and introduction to Down To Earth, a leading manufacturer and distributor of natural and organic fertilizers and gardening products. It describes Down To Earth's philosophy of using only high-quality, natural ingredients to feed the soil and stimulate plant growth in a sustainable way. The document also provides descriptions and guidelines for using several of Down To Earth's compost, potting soil, mycorrhizal fungi, fertilizer, and plant protection products.

1. Free
Gardening
Guide
ALL NATURAL FERTILIZERS

2. Introduction
For over 30 years, Down To Earth has been one of
the country’s leading manufacturers and distributors
of natural fertilizers and premium organic gardening
products. We take pride in presenting only the
highest quality ingredients, which provide a
sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to
soil management and crop fertilization.
Down To Earth features a complete line of
natural and organic fertilizers, composts, soils and
amendments that work with the microorganisms,
fungi and organic matter to feed the soil and
stimulate plant growth. Our natural fertilizers are
carefully blended from the best sources of organic
nutrients in the right proportions without the use
of synthetics, growth stimulants such as urea or
low quality fillers like poultry waste. You can be
confident that you are giving your farm or garden the
best product available, whether it’s a multi-purpose
blend or a specialized soil amendment.
Our products are used by home gardeners,
commercial growers, nurseries and garden centers,
both conventional and organic, who want an ecofriendly alternative to traditional chemical fertilizers
and soil amendments. Any gardener or farmer can
utilize our professional grade, field tested products
to improve crop production, strengthen soil health
and promote a sustainable approach to agriculture.
Protecting the environment is an imperative part of
the Down To Earth philosophy so, since 1997, we’ve
packaged our fertilizers in 100% recycled boxes. The
boxes are unbleached, which helps prevent dioxins
from leaching into the environment and printed with
soy based inks. The box is so completely recyclable
it can even be shredded and added to your compost
pile! Our boxes also hold more volume of product
with less package usage to eliminate unnecessary
waste with added box liners to help keep the product
fresh and reduce the odor.
Down To Earth’s larger box size spreads the cost
of packaging across more total weight of fertilizer,
reducing the cost per pound and increasing the
overall value for our customers. The larger size
is more convenient for the average gardener and
supplies a more economical alternative to the avid
grower who utilizes more fertilizer than a smaller
box might provide.
The majority of our fertilizer boxes are complete
with easy to understand guidelines explaining
which fertilizers to use when and the appropriate
application rates for each gardener’s task. In
addition, we have provided helpful organic gardening
tips in this guide; so, whether you are trying to
fertilize the trees and shrubs in your backyard or
prepare a new garden bed for delicious summer
vegetables, Down To Earth provides detailed,
encouraging information to help you succeed.
Last but not least, Down To Earth would like to
extend a sincere thank you to all of our customers.
The backyard gardeners, horticulture hobbyists,
market farmers and greenhouse growers who have
supported organic agricultural practices during our
long history have enabled us to continue providing
quality Down To Earth products. We truly enjoy this
opportunity and look forward to offering you the
very best in organic and natural gardening products
for many more years to come.
For questions and comments please write to: Down To Earth Distributors, Inc., P.O. Box 1419, Eugene, OR 97440
Or send E-mail to mail@downtoearthdistributors.com
2

3. Contents
Overview
The Basics of Organic Gardening.........................................................................4
Compost
100% Natural Compost, Organic Worm Compost.................................................5
Potting Soil & Seed
Starting Mediums
All Natural Potting Soil, Pro-Organic Mix, Earth Plugs..........................................6
Diatomite Rock, Coconut Coir Fiber, Coconut Husk Chips...................................7
Mycorrhizal Fungi
& Beneficial Bacteria
Granular Root Growth Enhancer, Soluble Root Growth Enhancer ......................8
Granular Root Zone, Soluble Root Zone, Bio-Live, Tree & Shrub Mix..................9
Soil Overview
Basics of Organic Fertilizers...........................................................................10-11
Fertilizer Blends
Acid Mix, All Purpose Mix....................................................................................11
Bio-Fish Blend, Bio-Live, Rock ’n Chicken..........................................................12
Rose & Flower Mix, Spring Mix, Transplant Mix..................................................13
Tree & Shrub Mix , Vegan Mix, Yard & Garden ..................................................14
Single Ingredient
Fertilizers
Alfalfa Meal, AZOMITE Granular, Bat Guano 0-7-0 ...........................................15
Bat Guano 10-6-2, Bat Guano 3-10-1, Blood Meal ............................................16
Bone Meal, Cottonseed Meal, Crab Meal ..........................................................17
Feather Meal, Fish Bone Meal ...........................................................................18
Fish Meal, Greensand, Granular Humic Acids, Kelp Meal .................................19
Neem Seed Meal, Oyster Shell, Rock Phosphate, Seabird Guano 1-10-0 ........20
Seabird Guano 12-12-2, Shrimp Meal, Organic Soybean Meal..........................21
Liquid Fertilizers
Liquid All Purpose, Liquid Bone Meal, Liquid Kelp & Potash,
Liquid MicroNutrient.......................................................................................22
.
Liquid Calcium, Eco-Fish, Eco-Kelp, Foliar Agent...............................................23
FulPlex Gold, HumaPlex, Soluble Fish Powder..................................................24
Lawn Care
Growing Healthy Grass Tips................................................................................26
Bio-Turf, Corn Weed Blocker, Yard & Garden.....................................................27
Plant Protection
Nutritional Problems & Ecological Pest Control..................................................28
.
Elements For Optimal Growth & Benefits of Mycorrhizae...................................29
Charts
Fertilizer Chart............................................................................................... 30-31
Copyright © 2010 Down To Earth Distributors, Inc. • 10/2010
3

4. Feed Your Soil:
The Basics of Organic Gardening
Just what is Organic Gardening? Simply put, it is
growing plants in harmony with nature by improving
the soil and using diverse organic fertilizers,
amendments and ecologically sound pest controls.
Feeding the soil is the foundation of organic
gardening. Conventional gardening practices dismiss
the soil as merely a growing medium and focus more
intently on feeding the plant with synthetic fertilizers,
which may eventually poison the soil and diminish
its natural capacity for supporting plant health.
However, organic gardening advocates an emphasis
on continually strengthening the soil to create an
environment that not only promotes healthy, vibrant
plant growth but, also allows the plant to grow at
a natural pace and produce the best tasting, most
nutritious foods for you and your family.
For plants to grow they need air, water, a porous
medium for root expansion and food, which is provided
by organic matter in the soil and can be supplemented
with the addition of amendments, composts, manures,
minerals, natural fertilizers or by companion plants
such as legumes. Besides providing plant nutrients,
organic matter serves additional functions as well: it
adds structure to sandy soils and helps loosen clay,
it retains moisture, improves aeration and feeds the
beneficial inhabitants, bacteria and fungi present in
the soil. Organic matter originates from once living
sources such as decaying plants and their root systems,
mulch and woody materials, soil organisms and plant
waste in the form of compost. This process of renewal
and decay eventually transforms the organic matter
into humus, a highly complex substance which is often
described as the “life-force” of a healthy soil.
Mature compost is also referred to as humus and
is thought by some to be the most important factor
in the enrichment of soils in both a physical and
chemical sense. Besides increasing fertility, compost
4
also helps the soil retain moisture and encourages
the formation of good soil structure. Chemically, it
makes nutrients more available to plants and feeds
the soil population of microorganisms and other
creatures, thus maintaining high and healthy levels of
soil life. Compost is also an ideal way to recycle what
would otherwise be considered home and yard waste.
Backyard composting transforms waste into a valuable
resource and reduces the amount of materials heading
towards landfills.
Cover crops are another way to increase organic
matter and feed your soil at the same time. They help
break up compacted soils and control erosion while
deterring weeds and attracting beneficial insects. When
mown and left to decompose they can be referred to as
a green manure, acting like mulch and slowly adding
nutrients to the soil. Good cover crops choices include:
alfalfa, barley, buckwheat, clovers, fava beans, field
peas, oats, vetch, winter rye and wheat.
Mulch can be placed around plants to help retard
weeds, hold moisture, prevent erosion and modify
soil temperatures. Gradually, the mulch materials
will slowly break down, adding to the organic matter
content and enriching the soil further. Excellent sources
of mulch that are readily available include leaves, bark,
straw, pine needles and even plain cardboard.
Keep in mind that compost, cover crops and mulch
should be used as part of a comprehensive organic
system to increase soil fertility and thereby, improve
plant growth and production. A natural fertilizer can
complement the nutrients present in these amendments
to enhance all fruit and vegetable plants growing in
your garden. Organic gardeners can employ these
choices to revitalize their soil while promoting a
sustainable approach to gardening and developing a
deeper relationship with the greater ecosystem we call
Planet Earth.

5. Compost
Down To Earth 100% Natural Compost
• Perfect for amending garden soils, creating your own potting mix or making nutrient
rich compost teas. Improves the water holding capacity, helps conserve moisture and
adds organic matter to depleted soils.
• Composted for at least 12 weeks and fortified to provide readily available plant
nutrients as well as bacterial and fungal biomass.
• Our compost does not contain any municipal yard wastes like grass clippings
or leaves and is free of any herbicide or pesticide residues commonly found in
commercial composts.
• Contains: Composted Forest Products, Composted Bark, Composted Dairy or
Chicken Manure, Oyster Shell, Kelp Meal and Organic Fertilizers.
Down To Earth Organic Worm Compost
• Considered by many to be the best organic amendment available, worm compost
or vermicompost, has superior soil enriching properties compared to conventional
compost, as well as readily available nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
• Improved disease resistance and significant growth enhancement are due to the
high microbial activity and extraordinary amount of humic substances naturally
occurring in this exceptional compost.
• Makes an excellent compost tea for foliar sprays or soil drenches and can also be
applied as a side dressing, tilled into garden beds or mixed into potting soils.
• Contains: Composted Earthworm Humus and Castings.
DTE Suggests…
Apply two inches of compost to new
gardens and one inch compost to
existing gardens. Top dress lawns,
fruit trees, and containers with onehalf inch compost each year.
Compost Application Chart
One cubic foot will cover:
48 square feet
quarter inch deep
24 square feet
half inch deep
12 square feet
one inch deep
6 square feet
two inches deep
4 square feet
three inches deep
5

6. Potting Soil
Down to Earth All Natural Potting Soil
• Our custom blend of premium ingredients makes this soil an excellent all purpose
mix for seed starting, transplanting and container gardening.
• Rich in pure Earthworm Castings, Worm Compost and Organic Fertilizers, our
biologically active potting soil nourishes your plants while retaining adequate
moisture to help reduce watering needs.
• Diverse strains of mycorrhizal fungi promote extensive root development, increased
nutrient uptake and improved stress resistance in a wide variety of plants, trees and
shrubs.
• Contains: Aged Pacific Northwest Bark, Coir Fiber, Worm Compost, Earthworm
Castings, Perlite and Diatomite plus Organic Fertilizers and Mycorrhizal Fungi
Down to Earth Pro-Organic Mix
• A professional potting medium specifically formulated for organic growers who want
a lightweight, biologically active seed starting, transplant and container mix with
exceptional water retention.
• Enhanced with beneficial microorganisms and mycorrhizal fungi to encourage expansive
root development and efficient nutrient uptake.
• Pro-Organic Mix is designed to meet NOP requirements and can be used by certified
organic growers for a wide variety of crops and applications.
• Contains: Coarse Sphagnum Peat Moss, Coconut Coir Fiber, Perlite, Worm Compost,
Diatomite, Mycorrhizal Fungi, Natural Wetting Agent, and Organic Fertilizers.
Potting & Seed Starting Mediums
Earth Plugs
All Natural Plant Starters for Propagating Cuttings and Germinating Seeds
• Made of composted organic material and a plant derived polymer
• Naturally rich in beneficial microorganisms for maximum nutrient uptake
• Provides optimum aeration and water penetration for expansive root development
• Protects delicate young roots during handling and transplanting
6
Earth Plugs are an excellent medium for starting seeds or root cuttings. The preformed plugs provide a flexible, aerated design that resist compaction and will not
crumble. Earth Plugs promote fast, efficient plant establishment and superior root
development for vigorous plant growth.

7. Diatomite Rock
Diatomite Rock is a naturally mined mineral composed entirely of the skeletal remains
of trillions of microscopic, unicellular plankton called diatoms that is indefinitely
stable and non-compactable. Diatomite Rock permanently improves the structure,
drainage and oxygen exchange of heavy soils and horticultural growing media. The
porous aggregate particles wet rapidly and will absorb greater than 100% of their own
weight in water, acting as a reservoir for plant available water (PAW) and nutrients.
Fine to medium particle size (2-7 mm)
Down To Earth Coconut Coir
• Coir is an excellent addition to potting mixes for starting seeds or for potting plants.
• Coir holds up to 10 times its weight in water and does not repel water like peat moss.
• Coir resists compaction and has excellent drainage and porosity.
• Coir has a natural pH of 5.2 to 6.8.
• Coir is naturally weed and pathogen free and resists mold and bacterial growth.
• Coir aids in the rapid growth and root development of transplants.
• Coir is compressed into bricks and blocks for easy storage and use.
• Coir is reusable and a renewable resource.
We offer three different types of Coconut Coir products:
Coconut Coir Fiber
A medium shredded fiber that makes an excellent addition to potting and seed
starting mixes to provide structure, aeration and improve water holding capacity.
Coconut Coir Fiber Fine Pith
A very fine grade fiber that we recommend as a superior alternative to peat moss,
our Coir Fiber Pith is a light, fluffy organic material that provides exceptional water
and nutrient retention in all seed starting and sprouting mediums.
Coconut Husk Chips
An ideal bark medium that provides excellent aeration and structure while
retaining moisture for the plant, Coconut Husk Chips are perfect or orchids,
bromeliads, anthiriums and any other plant that thrives in a bark, rockwool or
clay medium.
7

8. Mycorrhizal Fungi
& Beneficial Bacteria
“Mycor” - “rhiza” literally means “fungus” - “root”
and defines the mutually beneficial relationship
between the plant and root fungus. These
specialized fungi colonize plant roots and extend
far into the surrounding soil. Mycorrhizal fungal
filaments in the soil are truly extensions of the root
systems and are more effective in nutrient and
water absorption than the roots themselves. More
than 90 percent of plant species form a symbiotic
relationship with these beneficial soil fungi.
Over 95% of the world’s plant species form
relationships with Endo or Ecto Mycorrhizae and
require the association. A large amount (about
85-90%) of plant species, mainly green and leafy
plants such as grasses and agricultural crops, form
endomycorrhizal relationships. While a smaller
percent of the species form with Ecto Mycorrhizae.
These plants mainly consist of conifers and oaks. The
last 5% of plant species do not form relationships
with either of these types of mycorrhizal fungi.
The mycorrhizal products we offer contain the
most diverse and effective strains of mycorrhizae
available anywhere. By utilizing a robust mix of
beneficial soil organisms, plants can survive and
thrive the way nature intended.
Down To Earth Granular Root Growth Enhancer
• An all purpose combination of 4 species Endomycorrhizae, 7 species
Ectomycorrhizae, 2 species Trichoderma and slow release organic
fertilizer to benefit a diverse selection of plants, trees and shrubs
• Easy to use granular formula for preparing soils, transplanting and
inoculating soil mixes
• Improves nutrient and water uptake, increases plant growth and yields as
well as decreasing transplant and drought stress
Down To Earth Soluble Root Growth Enhancer
• An all purpose combination of 4 species Endomycorrhizae, 7 species
Ectomycorrhizae and Humic Acids that readily dissolves in water (can
pass #70 screen)
• Ideal for container plants, bedding plants, trees, shrubs, turf and
landscape applications
• Improves nutrient and water uptake, increases plant growth and yields as
well as decreasing transplant and drought stress
8

9. Down To Earth Granular Root Zone with Beneficial Bacteria
• A powerful blend of 11 species Mycorrhizal Fungi, 2 species
Trichoderma, 18 species Beneficial Bacteria and Humic Acids to
stimulate and energize the living soil
• Re-establish the natural balance of your soils by enhancing its
complementary microorganism populations
• Easy to use granular formula for preparing soils, transplanting and
inoculating soil mixes
• Enhances seed germination rates and improves root growth in young plants
Down To Earth Soluble Root Zone with Beneficial Bacteria
• New soluble version of our most diverse biological product!
• A powerful blend of 11 species Mycorrhizal Fungi, 2 species
Trichoderma, 18 species Beneficial Bacteria and Humic Acids
• Super fine powder that easily dissolves in water (can pass #70 screen)
• Ideal for seed starting, transplanting and existing container plants
Bio-Live 5-4-2
A rich, organic fertilizer mix infused with a generous amount of Beneficial Bacteria
and Mycorrhizal Fungi to stimulate rooting, vigor and optimum plant development.
Bio-Live encourages rapid colonization of soil and soil less mixes and may be
combined with other DTE fertilizers to further improve plant growth and yields.
Ingredients: Fish Bone Meal, Feather Meal, Alfalfa Meal, Crab Meal, Langbeinite, Humates,
AZOMITE, Kelp Meal, Mycorrhizal Fungi and Beneficial Bacteria.
Apply 3-5 lbs. per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Tree & Shrub Mix 4-2-4
Formulated for transplanting bare root trees, ball and burlap shrubs and container
plants, our Tree & Shrub Mix has a generous amount of mycorrhizal Root Growth
Enhancer blended in to promote extensive root development and to help protect
against a variety of plant stresses including drought and environmental extremes.
Ingredients: Fish Bone Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Langbeinite, Greensand, AZOMITE,
Humates, Kelp Meal and Mycorrhizal Fungi.
Apply 1 lb per 1/2 inch of trunk diameter to your prepared hole. Dust a liberal amount directly to
the root system to encourage mycorrhizal colonization. Place transplant in place and back fill hole
with soil. Additional application rates included on package.
9

10. Supplement Your Soil:
The Basics of Organic Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizers derived from
insoluble nitrogen which releases
plant, animal or mineral resources
slowly with greater effectiveness
combined with organic matter are
than conventional fertilizer;
ideal for enhancing soil fertility
organics minimize the possibility of
and stimulating plant growth in a
“burning” plants with concentrated
sustainable and environmentally
chemical supplies of nutrients; they
friendly way. Organic fertilizers add
improve overall soil health rather
nutrients to the soil for uptake by
than deteriorate it; encourage soil
plants and for use by the myriad
microbial life to flourish; and reduce
of microorganisms that inhabit
the necessity of reapplying fertilizers
healthy, productive soil. Fertilizers are available as single regularly to maintain fertility. In long term reality, since
ingredient nutrients or as complete blends with multiple organic fertilizers last longer and release their nutrients
applications.
slowly, their overall NPK amounts will be greater and
more beneficial than what is shown on the label.
Understanding the NPK Ratio
Single Ingredient Fertilizers are used for specific plant
Fertilizers are labeled with numbers that represent the
needs and in certain stages of a plant’s development. For
percentage of the three primary macronutrients —
example, a high nitrogen source like Feather Meal 12-0-0
nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) —
is used when heavy feeding plants, such as corn, need
that are immediately available in the fertilizer. These
an additional boost early in the season. To promote big,
elements are listed as the NPK ratio, for example: our
beautiful blooms on your flowering plants utilize a high
All Purpose Mix 4-6-2 is comprised of each major
phosphorus fertilizer, such as our Seabird Guano 1-10-0
nutrient whereas our Blood Meal 12-0-0 is a single
or Bat Guano 0-7-0.
ingredient source of nitrogen. Each nutrient plays
Fertilizer Blends, on the other hand, are used for
specific and complementary roles: nitrogen energizes
more general needs around the home and garden. Our
vegetative growth; phosphorus produces expansive
All Purpose Mix 4-6-2 is ideal for vegetables, flowers
roots, flowers, fruits and viable seeds; while potassium
and trees as well as houseplants. A great advantage of
(or potash) promotes resistance to disease and
multipurpose blends is that they save gardeners time and
temperature stress. Most fertilizers will also contain
labor by offering a variety of single ingredients pre-mixed
varying amounts of the secondary macronutrients —
in exact and balanced proportions.
calcium, sulfur and magnesium — along with trace
elements or micronutrients that also play an important
The Various Fertilizer Styles
role in plant nutrition.
Organic fertilizers are sold in three main styles or forms:
To someone accustomed to the higher NPK ratios
dry, water-soluble powder and liquid.
of chemical fertilizers, such as 18-51-20, the modest
Dry fertilizers come in several forms themselves:
amounts occurring in organic fertilizers may appear
pulverized powder; granulated; and pelletized. They can
inadequate. However, nothing could be further from the be broadcast or spread over garden soils and lawns and
truth: organics break down at a slower rate and in the
also incorporated into potting soils to provide nutrients
case of nitrogen supplying organic fertilizers, contain
to transplants and new plants. Dry organic fertilizers
10

11. generally release their nutrients slowly over time in a
steady supply meeting the plants needs.
Soluble powder fertilizers begin to break down
immediately so they can be applied to the top few
inches of soil for quick release or transformed into a
liquid fertilizer for foliar feeding or for use in irrigation
systems. A foliar tea can be made by soaking the
fertilizer powder overnight in a cloth bag suspended in
a container of water. In the morning, simply empty the
residue left in the bag around your garden and pour or
spray on the richly colored liquid.
Liquid fertilizers usually come as a concentrate and
need to be diluted with water before using in your
garden or to feed your houseplants. Both teas and
dilutions can be applied with watering cans, hose end
sprayers or through irrigation systems in a method
known as fertigation. Tea and liquid soil feedings
work best after a light rain or regular watering when
the soil is more absorbent. Teas and liquids can also
be applied directly to the leaves and bark of plants
and trees using the above mentioned foliar feeding
method. As a method of fertilizing, foliar sprays are
several times more effective than soil applications in
correcting nutritional deficiencies and stress related
problems. For best results, spray early in the morning
and when the air temperature is below 85 F.
Down To Earth Fertilizer Blends
Acid Mix 4-3-6
A fertilizer blended specially for acid soil loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas,
hydrangeas, evergreen trees and shrubs, blueberries, raspberries and other plants that
thrive in a low pH soil. To encourage lush flowers and fruit, apply Acid Mix in early
spring for vegetative growth and again when blooms appear. Late fall applications
promote healthy root growth and boost resistance to extreme winter temperatures.
Ingredients: Cottonseed Meal, Langbeinite, Fish Bone Meal, Rock Phosphate, Humates and
Kelp Meal
Apply 5-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
All Purpose Mix 4-6-2
A gentle, non-burning fertilizer perfect for vegetables, herbs, flowers and container
plants, our All Purpose mix is also ideal for all types of transplants. Formulated with
top quality organic ingredients and designed to deliver a steady supply of essential
nutrients to your plants while enhancing soil fertility and microbial activity naturally.
Our best selling fertilizer!
Ingredients: Fish Bone Meal, Blood Meal, Rock Phosphate, Langbeinite, Greensand, Humates
and Kelp Meal
Apply 5-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on
package.
11

12. Bio-Fish 7-7-2
A nutrient rich fertilizer ideal for heavy feeders like corn, cole crops and tomatoes,
Bio-Fish is loaded with the finest marine based ingredients to improve your soil while
nourishing your outdoor plants. An excellent source of nitrogen and phosphorus,
Bio-Fish can be used throughout the growing season to promote vigorous growth,
beautiful blooms and plentiful fruit.
Ingredients: Fish Bone Meal, Fish Meal, Feather Meal, Blood Meal, Sulfate of
Potash, Alfalfa Meal, Humates and Kelp Meal
Apply 4-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Bio-Live 5-4-2
A rich, organic fertilizer mix infused with a generous amount of beneficial bacteria and
Mycorrhizal fungi to stimulate rooting, vigor and optimum plant development. BioLive encourages rapid colonization of soil and soil less mixes and may be combined
with other DTE fertilizers to further improve plant growth and yields.
Ingredients: Fish Bone Meal, Fish Meal, Feather Meal, Crab Meal, Alfalfa Meal, K-Mag,
Humates, Kelp Meal, and Root Zone with Beneficial Bacteria.
Apply 3-5 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Rock ’n Chicken 2-4-2
A unique, pelletized combination of Idaho soft rock phosphate and composted chicken
manure, Rock ‘n Chicken is easy to apply in gardens, on lawns and around roses, trees
and shrubs. Use as a turf fertilizer in the fall and spring for a lush, deep green lawn
year round.
Ingredients: Idaho Soft Rock Phosphate and Composted Chicken Manure.
Apply 4-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Helpful Hints
Root bound means a plants roots have grown too large for the container and are no longer
able to absorb the proper nutrients.
12

13. Rose & Flower Mix 4-8-4
A special fertilizer blend that provides ample nitrogen for vigorous growth, extra
phosphorous for beautiful blooms and potassium and trace elements for healthy plant
stock, our Rose & Flower Mix supplies your favorite bulbs, annuals and perennials
with the nutrients needed for a long, healthy season of sensational flowering.
Outstanding for roses, blooming bulbs, onions, and garlic although it’s also a great all
around fertilizer for any flowering or fruiting plants.
Ingredients: Fish Bone Meal, Langbeinite, Blood Meal, Alfalfa Meal, Seabird
Guano, Rock Phosphate, Humates and Kelp Meal.
Apply 5-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Spring Mix 5-6-6
New plants can need a little help getting growing and our granular Spring Mix
is designed as the ideal starter fertilizer for seedling establishment, transplants,
bedding plants and new garden beds or lawns. Spring Mix supplies primary and
secondary plant nutrients to promote steady growth and sturdy root development
in young plants. The easy to handle small granules blend easily into newly prepared
soils or potting mediums and ensure a uniform release of nutrients over time.
Ingredients: Feather Meal, Bone Meal, Blood Meal, Fish Meal, Meat Meal and Langbeinite
included on package.
Apply 4-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Transplant Mix 4-3-3
Formulated with readily available and slow release nutrients to ensure success with
tender young starts or when moving mature plants. Blend into your potting mix or
add directly to your garden soil when transplanting and once plants are established
switch to one of our other comprehensive fertilizer blends or liquid fertilizers.
Ingredients: Alfalfa Meal, Fish Bone Meal, Bat Guano, Greensand, Oyster Shell, Langbeinite,
AZOMITE, Humates and Kelp Meal.
Apply 1-3 tablespoons into soil under new transplants. Additional application rates included
on package.
13

14. Tree & Shrub Mix 4-2-4
Formulated for transplanting bare root trees, ball and burlap shrubs and container
plants, our Tree & Shrub Mix has a generous amount of mycorrhizal Root Growth
Enhancer blended in to promote extensive root development and to help protect
against a variety of plant stresses including drought and environmental extremes.
Ingredients: Fish Bone Meal, Greensand, K-Mag, Kelp Meal, Mycorrhizal Fungi, Humic
Shale Ore, AZOMITE, and Corn Gluten Meal.
Apply 1 lb per 1/2 inch of trunk diameter to your prepared hole. Dust a liberal amount
directly to the root system to encourage mycorrhizal colonization. Place transplant in place
and back fill hole with soil. Additional application rates included on package.
Vegan Mix 3-2-2
The indispensable all purpose fertilizer blended specially for vegan gardeners. Free
of any animal products or by-products, Vegan Mix is formulated with plant derived
essential nutrients and natural mineral elements plus humic acids. Its slow release
formula is designed to continually nourish your vegetables, flowers and herbs while
stimulating and building soil health.
Ingredients: Organic Soybean Meal, Alfalfa Meal, Rock Phosphate, Langbeinite, AZOMITE,
Greensand, Humates and Kelp Meal.
Apply 5-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Yard & Garden 10-2-8
Grow more green! Our new Yard & Garden fertilizer is a highly concentrated source
of organic nitrogen and potassium to promote vigorous early season plant growth,
deep root development and strong, sturdy plants. Ideal for all lawn, garden and
landscape applications, our easy to handle granular formula combines essential plant
nutrients and vital organic matter to stimulate soil microbial activity and enhance
growth of all types of turf grasses, heavy feeding garden vegetables, berries, trees,
shrubs and ornamentals.
Ingredients: Feather Meal, Blood Meal, Meat Meal, Bone Meal and Potassium Sulfate.
Apply 3-5 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
14

15. Down To Earth
Single Ingredient Fertilizers
Alfalfa Meal 2.5-1-1
An excellent soil conditioner, Alfalfa Meal is a rich source of trace elements and
natural growth stimulants. Recommended for all flowering shrubs and especially
roses, Alfalfa Meal accelerates growth and promotes larger, more plentiful blooms.
It is also useful as a compost bio-activator due to its high organic matter content and
ideal Carbon-to-Nitrogen ratio.
Apply 5-10 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
AZOMITE™ Granular
AZOMITE, the “A to Z of Minerals Including Trace Elements” is a naturally
mined volcanic mineral product that has been granulated for easy application. An
excellent way to re-mineralize depleted garden soils, composts or potting mediums,
AZOMITE is proven to increase crop yield, quality and overall plant growth.
Apply 10-20 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Bat Guano 0-7-0
An excellent source of Phosphorus and Calcium naturally mined from ancient
fossilized deposits, our Bat Guano 0-7-0 promotes exceptional flower and fruit
development in all types of plants, trees and ornamentals while encouraging strong
root growth and plant hardiness. Can be mixed into soils, applied as a side dress or
prepared as a liquid for foliar sprays or hydroponics.
Apply 4-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft or 2-4 Tbsp per gallon of water for liquid preparations. Additional
application rates included on package.
15

16. Bat Guano 10-6-2
The undisputed champion of organic fertilizers, Bat Guano is rich in readily available
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Micronutrients and provides essential plant nutrition for
vigorous vegetative growth and prolific fruit and flower development. Bat Guano is
fast acting and highly effective mixed into potting mediums, applied as a side dress or
steeped to make a potent guano tea or foliar spray.
Apply 1-2- lbs per 100 sq.ft or 1-2 Tbsp per gallon of water for liquid preparation. Additional
application rates are included on package
Bat Guano 3-10-1
Our high phosphorus Bat Guano 3-10-1 promotes extensive root development and
enhances bloom production, fruit flavor and seed development. Longer aging results in
the release of the nitrogen vapor while enriching the phosphorus content making this
an excellent organic fertilizer for all flowering and fruiting plants. Can be mixed into
potting soils, applied as a side dress or steeped to make a highly effective guano tea or
foliar spray.
Apply 2-4 lbs per 100 sq.ft or 2-3 Tbsp per gallon of water for liquid preparations. Additional
application rates included on package.
Blood Meal 12-0-0
A high nitrogen source, our Blood Meal is guaranteed to promote rapid, green
growth. A wonderful fertilizer for heavy feeders like corn, spinach, salad greens and
garlic in the early spring, it also helps compost piles heat up and break down fast.
Place some in mesh bags and hang from tree branches for an effective deer repellent
in your garden.
Apply 2-3 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on
package.
Helpful Hints
Side dressing is powder or granular fertilizer sprinkled around a plant and gently
scratched into the top layer of the soil.
20

17. Bone Meal 3-15-0
A wonderful source of Phosphorus and Calcium for all flowering plants, trees
and ornamentals, Bone Meal is also recognized as the ideal organic fertilizer
when planting bulbs to promote strong root development and enhance early
season growth. Bone Meal is one of the indispensable soil amendments all organic
gardeners should have on hand.
Apply 5-10 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on
package.
Cottonseed Meal 6-2-1
Cottonseed Meal is an excellent all purpose fertilizer for plants that need a low pH
such as flowering shrubs, berries and trees. A high quality plant source of Nitrogen,
apply our Cottonseed Meal in early Spring to promote vegetative growth.
Apply 5-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Crab Meal 4-3-0
Crab Meal is a superb source of organic nutrients for vegetable gardens and
flower beds and is wonderful for building soil tilth. Crab Meal enhances beneficial
soil microorganism populations due to its rich chitin content and also makes an
incredible compost bio-activator.
Apply 5-10 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on
package.
Helpful Hints
A Drip line is the outer edge to which a plants branches spread. This is where rain water
tends to naturally drip from the plant and where the root system is concentrated.
17

18. Feather Meal 12-0-0
Feather Meal is a great source of slow release Nitrogen that is perfect for heavy feeders
like corn, cole crops and leafy green vegetables. Incorporate into your soil before
Spring plantings for best results.
Apply 4-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on
package.
Fish Bone Meal 3-16-0
Fish Bone Meal is a marine based alternative to traditional steamed Bone Meal and
is wonderful for all flowering plants, trees and shrubs. A great source of Phosphorus
and Calcium, Fish Bone Meal also contains a small amount of Nitrogen and is an
ideal fertilizer for new garden beds, perennials and bulbs.
Apply 5-10 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on
package.
Tips on Planting Bulbs
• Select a location in full or part sun.
• Dig up soil to a depth of six inches or more.
• Work in compost and/or sand along with a high
phosphorus fertilizer, such as Down To Earth’s Bone
Meal, Fish Bone Meal, or Rose & Flower.
• Plant bulbs according to directions on package with tip
of bulb facing upward and blunt end facing downward.
• Plant bulbs of similar color and type together in a mass
grouping, called a sweep, for a more dramatic effect.
• Plant bulbs according to height size in a border with
tallest plants at rear.
18

19. Fish Meal 10-4-0
Fish Meal is an excellent source of Nitrogen and Phosphorus and is recommended
for vegetable gardens, flower beds and all types of outdoor plants, trees and shrubs.
Fish Meal enhances soil microbial life, promotes vigorous root development and
provides an early season boost for all of your plants.
Apply 4-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Greensand
Naturally occurring in marine sedimentary deposits, Greensand is composed primarily
of the blue-green mineral Glauconite, an iron potassium silicate. Greensand has been
recommended as a soil conditioner since the early 1700’s due to its unique physical
properties. Traditionally used to loosen heavy clay soil, Greensand is able to absorb
up to one-third its weight in water to improve the moisture holding capacity of garden
soils and potting mixes. Greensand is highly recommended for vegetables, fruits,
herbs, lawns, ornamentals and all types of trees and shrubs.
Apply 5-10 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates are included on
package.
Granular Humic Acids
A highly concentrated source of humic acids ideal for use on fields, turf and
vegetable gardens. Derived from the ancient remains of decomposed organic plant
materials, humic acids enhance nutrient uptake and stimulate soil microbial life.
Naturally occurring, unaltered oxidized lignite containing 70% total humic and
fulvic acids, crushed, screened and graded to a particle size of 1-3mm.
Apply 1-2 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on
package
Kelp Meal 1-.01-2
Down To Earth Kelp Meal is pure Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed from the clean, cold
waters of the North Atlantic Ocean. Hand-harvested, carefully dried and finely milled,
our Kelp Meal is a rich natural source of Potash and is ideal for early Spring or Fall
application.
Apply 1-2 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on
package.
19

20. Neem Seed Meal
Neem Seed Meal is produced during the extraction of oil from the seed of the Indian
Neem tree (Azadiracta Indica). It is an excellent way to strengthen root systems and
balance nutrient levels in the soil. Neem Seed Meal can be mixed into soil or potting
mediums, used as a top dress or steeped to make a potent foliar tea.
Apply 1-2 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Oyster Shell
Oyster Shell flour is an all natural source of high quality Calcium that is ground into
varying sizes to ensure an immediate and sustained release of this valuable nutrient.
Calcium promotes strong root development, improves nutrient uptake and boosts
plant immunity. Oyster Shell builds optimum tilth by improving the texture, aeration
and water penetration of soils.
Apply 4-6 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on
package.
Rock Phosphate 0-3-0
An all natural source of Phosphorus and Calcium in an easy to use, low dust pellet,
Down To Earth Rock Phosphate is ideal for application on lawns, gardens, pastures
and farms. Contains 20% Total Phosphate, 27% Calcium and 1.5% Iron.
Apply 6-12 lbs per 1000 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Seabird Guano 1-10-0
Use our high Phosphorous Seabird Guano to dramatically increase both the amount
and size of blooms throughout the flowering period for all indoor and outdoor
plants. Apply Seabird Guano mid-season to increase flower and fruit development
and improve yield, quality and flavor while greatly enhancing the beneficial bacteria
activity in the soil. Can be mixed into potting soils, applied as a side dress or steeped
to make a highly effective guano tea or foliar spray.
Apply 2-4 lbs per 100 sq.ft or 2-4 Tbsp per gallon of water for liquid preparations.
Additional application rates included on package.
20

21. Seabird Guano 12-12-2
A powerhouse source of organic nutrients for all types of plants, trees and
ornamentals, Peruvian Seabird Guano dramatically improves all stages of plant
development from planting to harvest. Pelletized for easy application and handling,
Seabird Guano can be mixed into soils, applied as a side dress or steeped to make a
highly effective guano tea or foliar spray.
Apply 1-2 lbs per 100 sq.ft or 1 Tbsp per gallon for liquid
preparations. Additional application rates included on package.
Shrimp Meal 6-6-0
Shrimp Meal is an excellent all purpose organic fertilizer derived from ground Pacific
Northwest shrimp shells. Rich in Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Calcium and Chitin, Shrimp Meal is
wonderful for all types of garden vegetables, flowers, herbs and ornamentals and also acts as
an exceptional compost bio-activator.
Apply 2-4 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package
Organic Soybean Meal 7-2-1
Soybean Meal is an outstanding source of slow release Nitrogen for promoting
vegetative growth and early plant development. Our Soybean Meal is derived from
organically grown, GMO-free soybeans that are mechanically processed to preserve
the highest plant nutrient value.
Apply 10-12 lbs per 100 sq.ft. Additional application rates included on package.
Product Key
Organic Materials Review
Institute
Products included on the Organic Materials
Review Institute (OMRI) Products List. OMRI independently reviews
products and lists those that are suitable for use in organic crop
production under the USDA National Organic Program Rule.
WSDA Organic
Products included on the Washington State Department
of Agriculture (WSDA) Organic Food Program Brand
Name Materials List. The WSDA Organic Food Program
independently reviews products and lists those suitable for
organic crop production under the USDA National Organic Program Rule.
21

22. Down To Earth
Liquid Fertilizers
Liquid All Purpose 4-3-3
A multi purpose organic fertilizer that provides nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium
in a convenient and easy to use concentrate. Ideal for promoting vigorous growth in
all garden vegetables, herbs and ornamentals, as well as indoor and outdoor container
plants.
Nutrients derived from Fish Meal, Blood Meal, Kelp Meal and Sulfate of Potash
Application: Mix 2-4 tablespoons per gallon of water and apply with a sprayer or watering can.
Additional application rates included on package.
Liquid Bone Meal 0-12-0
A readily available source of phosphorus for promoting increased vegetable, flower,
fruit, and seed production. Easy to use and highly effective, use to stimulate root
growth, plant maturity and improve flavor, quality and yield.
Application: Mix 2-8 tablespoons per gallon of water and apply with a sprayer or watering can.
Additional application rates included on package.
Liquid Kelp & Potash 0-0-8
An all natural source of potassium and sulfur to enhance plant development and
productivity. These nutrients promote strong, sturdy plants and play key roles in a
myriad of plant physiological process vital for plant growth.
Application: Mix 2-4 tablespoons per gallon of water and apply with a sprayer or watering can.
Additional application rates included on package.
Liquid MicroNutrient 2-0-1
A combination of five plant essential micronutrients (2% Fe, 2% Zn, 2% Mn, 0.1% B, 0.1%
Cu) plus an additional boost of Nitrogen and Potassium in an easy to use concentrate. Blended
with unique organic compounds that allow the chelated nutrients to remain in plant available
form until needed for uptake, Liquid MicroNutrient is scientifically formulated for correcting
nutrient deficiencies in vegetable gardens, field crops, fruit trees, nuts and vines and turf
grasses.
Application: Mix 1-2 tablespoons per gallon of water and apply with a sprayer or watering can.
Additional application rates included on package.
22

23. Liquid Calcium 5.0%
Calcium is essential for regulation of nutrient uptake, formation and development of cell wall
membranes and translocation of proteins and sugars throughout plant tissue. Calcium deficiency
can result in poor root development, yellowing of new plant tissue and fruit and vegetable
abnormalities (such as blossom end rot in tomatoes). Our Liquid Calcium is chelated with organic
acids to enhance utilization and increase absorption by plants. Foliar additions of calcium assure
adequate reserves and can be used to correct or prevent deficiencies of this valuable nutrient.
Application: Mix 1-2 tablespoons per gallon of water and apply with a sprayer or watering can.
Additional application rates included on package.
Eco-Fish 2-4-0
An all purpose, organic based, liquid fish fertilizer for all outdoor plants that provides
readily available nitrogen, phosphorus and micronutrients. It is ideal for enhancing
plant development and promoting longer growing periods for all garden vegetables,
herbs, fruits, vines and ornamentals. Eco-Fish is also an excellent food resource for
beneficial soil microorganisms, especially fungi.
Application: Mix 2-4 tablespoons per gallon of water and apply with a
sprayer or watering can. Additional application rates included on package.
Eco-Kelp
An all purpose, concentrated liquid seaweed rich in naturally occurring plant hormones (auxins,
gibberelins, cytokinins), amino acids, carbohydrates and trace elements used to improve growth
in all types of plants and assist in building rich, productive soils. Ideal for all garden vegetables,
flowers, herbs, fruits, vines and ornamentals, Eco-Kelp improves root development, crop yield, fruit
flavor and quality. As a stand alone solution or combined with other liquid fertilizers, Eco-Kelp can
enhance all stages of plant growth from seed germination to harvest.
Application: Mix 2-4 tablespoons per gallon of water and apply with a sprayer or watering can.
Additional application rates included on package.
Foliar Agent
Foliar Agent is a non-ionic organic surfactant, wetting agent and plant penetrant designed to
improve the spreadability and performance of all foliar applied products. Foliar Agent helps
fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides penetrate deep into the leaves of plants to increase their
effectiveness. The naturally occurring saponins decrease the surface tension of water and help spread
liquids more thoroughly over the leaf of the plant enhancing uptake through the waxy cuticles of
leaves. Foliar Agent may also be applied on problem soils to assist in the penetration of water or
nutrient solutions.
Application: Add 1/2-1 tablespoon per gallon of water when applying fertilizers, pesticides or
herbicides.
23

24. FulPlex Gold
FulPlex Gold is a concentrated source of pure golden humic acid made using a
proprietary cold enzymatic extraction process. Extracted from fossilized fresh water
deposits of prehistoric plant materials, FulPlex Gold has superior chelating ability to
help optimize plant growth, enhance mineral and trace nutrient uptake and increase
yields. Ideal uses include foliar applications, soil/soilless container plants, hydroponics,
seed germination, as a cutting/cloning solution and for fortifying finished compost
teas. FulPlex Gold is the most effective golden humic acid product anywhere!
Application: Mix 1-2 tablespoons per gallon of water and apply with a sprayer or watering can.
HumaPlex
HumaPlex is a natural, easy-to-use Humic and Fulvic acid concentrate with a high biostimulation effect. Extracted from fossilized fresh water deposits of prehistoric plant
materials using a revolutionary low heat drying process, HumaPlex activates soils and
increases nutrient availability. HumaPlex can be broadcast on gardens, fields and turf or
can be added to liquid for foliar, soil/soilless, hydroponic and irrigation applications.
Application: Mix 1/8 tsp - 1/2 tsp per gallon of water and apply with a sprayer or watering can.
Soluble Fish Powder 11-2-1
The ultimate organic fertilizer for dramatically improving plant growth, this specially
processed, water soluble powder is rich in fast acting nitrogen and is effective in soil or foliar
applications. This high quality, enzymatically hydrolyzed fish protein is carefully produced
under controlled conditions to promote maximum nutrient availability and plant uptake.
Combine with seaweed powder, Humic acid or other soluble fertilizers as needed.
Application: Mix 1-4 tablespoons per gallon of water and apply with a
sprayer or watering can.
Helpful Hints
Foliar Feeding is a method of fertilizing that allows plants to
absorb nutrients much quicker than having to wait for the
fertilizer to leach into the soil and be picked up by the roots. Foliar feeding provides
results in hours instead of days.
To begin foliar feeding, first mix up the foliar tea according to the package directions
and put in a clean sprayer. Spray early in the morning. Starting at bottom of the plant
and working toward the top, spray the tops and undersides of the leaves until liquid
begins to drip off leaf.
24

25. DTE’s Guide to Container Gardening
• Allow two gallons of container size for every foot of plant height
(e.g. a two foot high plant will need a four gallon pot).
• Many plants grow quickly and may become root bound
in a short time, so select a pot large enough for future
growth.
• Down To Earth’s Potting Soil has adequate drainage
material, so it is not necessary to add rocks or
broken pottery pieces to the inside bottom of the
containers.
• Keep the soil slightly moist. Water when needed once or twice
a week during the summer and once a month during the winter.
Do not over water.
• To regulate green growth and encourage more flowers add
a dry powdered fertilizer when planting and a liquid fertilizer
thereafter as needed.
25

26. Lawn Care
DTE’s Pointers For Growing
Healthy Grass
• Grow grass in a sunny location with good
drainage.
• Mow high to prevent scalping the grass,
which causes it to die back and allows
weeds to grow. Also slightly taller grass
shades the soil surface, conserving water.
• Water once a week deeply with one inch of
water. To measure the amount of water the
grass receives, place a cup in the watering
area and use the water collected inside of it
as a visual reference.
• Use an organic fertilizer, such as Down To
Earth’s Corn Weed Blocker, once in the
spring and once in the early fall. Chemical
fertilizers kill off beneficial bacteria and
encourage thatch.
26
• Add calcium lime once a year and dolomite
lime every 3 or 4 years to keep soil pH
neutral. Remember moss loves acidic soil,
shade, and poor drainage.
• On old lawns remove the matted mass of
decaying clippings, excessive top growth, and
exposed roots called thatch with a power rake
or vertical mower.
• Aerate all lawns once or twice a year to allow
air, water, fertilizer and roots to penetrate
deeper into the soil.
• After aerating, add fertilizer, spray with
compost tea, and top dress with half an inch of
very fine compost.

27. Bio-Turf 8-3-5
Bio-Turf is an entirely natural granular lawn fertilizer designed to provide a slow, steady
release of nutrients and encourage deep root development to help reduce watering
requirements. Bio-Turf’s Nitrogen rich formula boosts early season growth while its extra
Potassium reduces seasonal stress due to temperature change and drought. Bio-Turf is
also ideal for garden vegetables like corn, tomatoes and leafy greens.
Ingredients: Feather Meal, Fish Meal, Blood Meal, Meat Meal, Bone Meal and Langbeinite.
In Spring, apply 6-12 lbs per 1,000 square feet and water in well. For Summer and Fall
applications, decrease amount to 5-10 lbs per 1,000 square feet. Three to four applications
per year are recommended and results may be enhanced if applied following aeration. For new
lawns, apply 12 lbs per 1,000 square feet and mix into top 2-4 inches of soil before seeding or
sodding. Additional application rates included on package.
Corn Weed Blocker 9-1-0
Corn Weed Blocker is a pre-emergent weed suppressant that inhibits weed seeds from
germinating in established lawns, vegetable gardens and flower beds while also acting
as a slow release fertilizer due to its 9% Nitrogen content. Corn Weed Blocker is safe
to use around new plants with existing root systems like transplants and grass sod, and
unlike chemical herbicides, is also harmless to people, pets and ground water.
Apply 20 lbs per 1,000 sq.ft in the early Spring before broadleaf weeds emerge and again in
late Summer. Water deeply after application and then allow soil to dry before watering again.
Corn Weed Blocker must be applied before weeds germinate.
Yard & Garden 10-2-8
Grow more green! Our new Yard & Garden fertilizer is a highly concentrated source
of organic nitrogen and potassium to promote vigorous early season plant growth,
deep root development and strong, sturdy plants. Ideal for all lawn, garden and
landscape applications, our easy to handle granular formula combines essential plant
nutrients and vital organic matter to stimulate soil microbial activity and enhance
growth of all types of turf grasses, heavy feeding garden vegetables, berries, trees,
shrubs and ornamentals.
Ingredients: Feather Meal, Blood Meal, Meat Meal, Bone Meal and Potassium Sulfate
Apply 5-10 lbs per 1,000 square feet and water in well. Three to four applications per year are
recommended and results may be enhanced if applied following aeration. For new lawns, apply
10 lbs per 1,000 square feet and mix into top 2-4 inches of soil before seeding or sodding.
Covers from 5,000 to 10,000 square feet. Additional application rates included on package
27

28. Protecting Your Plants
Nutritional Problems
Normally when plants are grown in fertile soil,
fortified with compost and organic fertilizers,
or fresh potting soil, they do not suffer from
nutritional problems. However, disorders do arise
when a plant variety has particular needs or when
too little or too much fertilizer is used. A fertilizer
overdose can be remedied by flushing with water.
Plants with specific needs like acidic soil or a
particular nutritional deficiency require the addition
of fertilizer.
Too much nitrogen produces dark green foliage,
little or no flowers or fruits, and burnt leaf tips. Too
little nitrogen makes light green to yellow leaves
and slow growth, especially in the lower leaves of
older plants.
An excess of phosphorous is rare, yet when it
does occur symptoms are similar to an excess of
nitrogen. A phosphorous deficiency is revealed by
deep green, red or purple leaves, few blooms and
fruits, yellowing bottom leaves, and stunted growth.
Potassium toxicity will create nitrogen,
phosphorous and trace mineral imbalances.
Potassium deficiency produces very tall plants with
weak stems as well as leaf tips and edges turning
yellow, then later brown.
Trace
mineral
overdoses of
calcium and
magnesium
increase
potassium
problems. Too
little calcium
will cause young leaf tips to die back, blossom end
rot on tomatoes, short roots, stunted growth, and
rotten plant centers. Magnesium deficiencies show
up in leaf tips turning brown and curling upwards
in a hook.
Plants may also reveal problems when the soil
pH is off. Soil pH measures whether a soil is acid
or alkaline on a scale of 1 to 14. While most plants
prefer a neutral pH of 6.5 to 7, acid lovers like
blueberries enjoy a pH of 4.5. The pH regulates
nutrient uptake to plants, and if imbalanced will
lock up vital nutrients in the soil even if they are in
adequate supply. To raise the pH add oyster shell
lime or liquid calcium. An abundance of organic
matter in the soil will help plants accept a wider
range of pH.
Ecological Pest Control
Simply growing plants in a healthy garden with soil empowered by compost and organic
fertilizers and amendments greatly reduces attacks by pests and diseases. Further protection
for plants against problems can be provided by growing cover crops and companion plants to
repel or trap pests, growing flowers and flowering vegetables to attract beneficial insects, and
using sprays and powders made from natural materials.
28

29. Elements for Optimum Growth
There are 19 beneficial elements which contribute to healthy plant growth. Three of these essential elements: oxygen,
hydrogen, and carbon, are provided by air and water while the rest are absorbed by plants through the soil.
• Boron (B) Stimulates cell division, flower formation
and pollination.
• Calcium (Ca) Raises soil pH; promotes root hair
formation and early growth.
• Chlorine (Cl) Needed for photosynthesis; stimulates
root growth and aids water circulation in plants.
• Cobalt (Co) Improves growth, water circulation, and
photosynthesis.
• Copper (Cu) Stimulates stem development and
pigment formation.
• Iron (Fe) Stimulates the formation of chlorophyll and
helps oxidize sugar for energy; also necessary for
legume nitrogen fixation.
• Magnesium (Mg) Aids in chlorophyll formation and
energy metabolism; it increases oil production in
flax and soy beans; helps regulate uptake of other
elements.
• Molybdenum (Mo) Needed for nitrogen fixation and
nitrogen use in the plant; stimulates plant growth and
vigor much like nitrogen.
• Nitrogen (N) Necessary for chlorophyll and genetic
material (DNA & RNA) formation; stimulates green,
leafy growth.
• Phosphorous (P) Necessary for genetic material
(DNA & RNA) formation; stimulates fruit, flower and
root production, and early season growth; increases
disease resistance.
• Potassium (K) Produces strong, sturdy plants with
thick cell walls and increases disease resistance;
stimulates fruit, seed and root production.
• Silicon (Si) Increases number of seeds; strengthens
cell walls of plants.
• Sodium (Na) Increases resistance to drought;
increases sugar content in some crops.
• Sulfur (S) Aids in formation of certain oil compounds
that give specific odors to some plants such as
onions, garlic, mustard, etc; increases oil production
in flax and soy beans.
• Manganese (Mn) necessary for the formation of
chlorophyll.
• Zinc (Z) Stimulates stem growth and flower bud
formation.
To Boost Your Plant’s
Roots Use Mycorrhizae
The illustrations to the right represent the difference
between a plant that has been inoculated with mycorrhizae
(far right) and one that has not (left).
Mycorrhizae and plant roots co-exist in a symbiotic
relationship encouraging each other to expand and become
strong. Stronger roots mean happier plants and require less
fuss from the gardener!
29

30. SOIL & AMENDMENTS
DTE Compost
DTE Worm Compost
DTE Potting Soil
Pro-Organic Mix
Diatomite Rock
Coconut Coir Fiber
MYCORRHIZAE
Granular Root Growth Enhancer
Soluble Root Growth Enhancer
Granular Root Zone with Beneficial Bacteria
Soluble Root Zone with Beneficial Bacteria
Bio-Live 5-4-2
FERTILIZER BLENDS
All Purpose Mix 4-6-2
Acid Mix 4-3-6
Bio-Fish Blend 7-7-2
Rock ‘n Chicken 2-4-2
Rose & Flower Mix 4-8-4
Spring Mix 5-6-6
Transplant Mix 4-3-3
Tree & Shrub Mix 4-2-4
Vegan Mix 3-2-2
Yard& Garden 10-2-8
SINGLE INGREDIENT FERTILIZERS
Alfalfa Meal 2.5-1-1
AZOMITE™ Granular
Best Usage
✔ Good Usage
★
s
Bulbs
ners
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
★
Contai
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
Flower
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
Fruits
Herbs
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
✔
✔
★
✔
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
★
✔
★
★
★
✔
Low p
H Plan
ts
Lawns
✔
✔
Shrub
s
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
T rees
✔
★
★
✔
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
★
✔
★
✔
★
Vegeta
bles
New G
ardens
Existin
g Gard
ens
Co
mpost
Activa
tor
Compo
st Tea
✔
★
★
★
eding
✔
★
✔
★
Teas &
F
Fertilizer Chart
oliar Fe
Weeds
30

31. 31
Bat Guano 0-7-0
Bat Guano 10-6-2
Bat Guano 3-10-1
Blood Meal 12-0-0
Bone Meal 3-15-0
Crab Meal 4-3-0
Cottonseed Meal 6-2-1
Feather Meal 12-0-0
Fish Bone Meal 3-16-0
Fish Meal 10-4-0
Greensand
Granular Humic Acids
Kelp Meal 1-0.1-2
Neem Seed Meal
Oyster Shell
Rock Phosphate 0-3-0
Seabird Guano 1-10-0
Seabird Guano 12-12-2
Shrimp Meal 6-6-0
Organic Soybean Meal 7-2-1
LIQUID FERTILIZERS
HumaPlex
FulPlex Gold
Soluble Fish Powder
Liquid All Purpose 4-3-3
Liquid Bone Meal 0-12-0
Liquid Kelp & Potash 0-0-8
Liquid MicroNutrient 2-0-1
Liquid Calcium 5%
Foliar Agent
Eco-Fish 2-4-0
Eco-Kelp
LAWN CARE
Bio-Turf 8-3-5
Corn Weed Blocker 9-1-0
Yard & Garden 10-2-8
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
✔
★
★
✔
★
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
✔
★
✔
★
✔
✔
★
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
✔
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
★
✔
★
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
✔
✔
✔
✔
★
★
★
✔
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
★
✔
✔
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★
★

32. Supplying Organic Gardeners
with All Natural Fertilizers,
Soils and Amendments for
over 30 Years!
Down To Earth Brand Fertilizers Brought to You by: