Coast of Maine Starter Fertilizer

Promotes Growth for Transplants & Seedlings Promotes premium roots and shoots—ideal for both indoor and outdoor gardening from seedlings to trees and shrubs Quick Growing Guide: TRANSPLANTS TREES SEEDINGS INGREDIENTS & ANALYSISComposted poultry manure, fish bone meal, worm castings, lobster & crab shell meal and kelp meal. 3 - 5 - 2 GUARANTEED ANALYSIS Total Nitrogen (N) - 3% 1.8% Water Insoluble Nitrogen* 1.2% Water Soluble Nitrogen Available Phosphate (P2O5) 5% Soluble Potash (K2O) 2% Calcium (Ca) 8% Derived from: Composted poultry manure, fish bone meal, worm castings, lobster & crab shell meal and kelp meal. *1.8% Slowly available nitrogen from composted poultry manure, fish bone meal, worm castings, lobster & crab shell meal and kelp meal. SIMPLE STEPSWhen to Use Apply in the fall or spring prior to planting for optimal results. Pro Tip: For maximum performance, mix with Coast of Maine Organic & Natural Quoddy Blend Compost Blend, BAR HARBOR BLEND™ Potting Soil, or CASTINE BLEND™ Organic & Natural Raised Bed Mix. Containers Use 2 teaspoons per quart of Coast of Maine Organic Soils. Mix into the top 2 inches of soil. Transplanting Apply 2 teaspoons per quart of soil. Place the transplant in a freshly dug hole, back-fill with the soil mixture, and water thoroughly. New Garden Beds and Plantings Apply in early spring or late fall. Mix ½ to 1 pound (1½–3 cups) per 5 square feet of garden area. Work into the soil to a depth of 3 inches and water thoroughly before planting. Established Garden Beds (Top-Dressing) Combine 1 pound (3 cups) of fertilizer per 10 square feet of garden after the last freeze. Work into the soil to a depth of 3 inches and water thoroughly. Re-apply mid-season for additional nourishment. MAINTENANCEFor best results be sure the fertilizer is in direct contact with the soil. Do not apply near water, storm drains, or drainage ditches. Do not apply if heavy rain is expected. Apply this product only to your lawn/garden. Sweep any product that lands on the driveway, sidewalk, or street, back onto your lawn/garden.