Coast of Maine Starter Fertilizer
Coast of Maine
Item Details
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 & ANALYSIS
Composted 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 STEPS
When 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.
MAINTENANCE
For 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.
