Description
1 cup ≈ 1 lb; ¼ cup ≈ 4 oz; 1 tbsp ≈ 1 oz
Vegetable Gardens & Flower Beds:
To prepare new gardens, apply 1-2 lbs per 100 square feet and thoroughly mix into the top 3″ of soil. To feed established plants, side dress 1-2 tablespoons per plant, depending on size of plant, once each month during the growing season.
Containers:
For new plantings, mix 1 tablespoon per gallon of soil and mix thoroughly OR add 1-2 lbs per cubic yard. For established plants, lightly mix 1-2 teaspoons per gallon into the soil surface once each month during the growing season.
Trees & Shrubs:
Spread ½ -1 lb per 1″ of trunk diameter around the base outwards to the drip line, mix into soil surface and water in well. For new trees, prepare transplant hole and mix ¼ – ½ cup with the backfill soil. Use amended soil to fill in around new tree and water in well.
Row Crops/Acreage:
Apply 200-500 lbs per acre depending on soil analysis, research data or specific crop needs.