Organic Fertilizers

Gardener's Best Flower Fertilizer, 5 lbs.  $13.95

As stewards of the land it is important to realize that the soil is alive. The living organisms in the soil represent the key to plant health and to human health. Soil microorganisms are the essential link between mineral reserves and plant growth. Ecological soil management aims at assisting all soil organisms instead of substituting them with a simplified chemical system.

When synthetic chemical fertilizers are applied to the soil, Nature’s delicate balance becomes interrupted as essential microorganisms become eliminated, compaction of the soil occurs and weeds become prevalent. Constant use of chemical fertilizers over time will cause degradation of the soil; losing its organic matter and microbiotic activity.

As organic matter is used up, the soil structure begins to deteriorate, compaction occurs and the soil becomes lifeless and less able to hold water and nutrients. Finally, weeds become prevalent as they attempt to protect the topsoil with their profound root systems and broadleaves. As time goes by, greater amounts of chemicals are needed to feed plants. Organic Fertilizers as opposed to chemical fertilizers are made from renewable resources.

Organic fertilizers maybe of animal, plant or mineral origin. They should be regarded as a supplement to and not as a replacement for recycling of nutrients within the garden- through a compost pile or brought in bulky organic material.

They should be applied only when adequate supplies are not available from other sources. Organic Fertilizers are different from chemical fertilizers because they feed your plants while adding organic material to the soil. Soils with an abundance of organic matter remain loose and airy, hold a greater amount of moisture and nutrients, promote the growth of beneficial soil organisms, and provide a healthier plant root system.

This may be particularly true if you live in a restrictive urban environment,growing plants in containers, or are just starting an organic garden where the soils are in poor condition. Using  Organic Compost Plus  provides billions of beneficial bacteria that enrich your soil. This compost is unlike any other; contains insect exoskeleton particles that act as a natural nematicide when you incorporate it into the soil.  

True organic systems feed the soil and not the plant. More problems are caused by over or improper fertilizing than under fertilizing. It is important to test your soils pH prior to applying any type of fertilizer. Do a Soil Test to determine your soils pH. You can then determine a coarse of action.

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Different plants prefer different soil conditions which is an important consideration in determining the proper ph level for your situation. The pH of the soil governs the availability of nutrients to the plant. In highly acidic soils plant foods may be washed out or dissolve in the soil water at toxic levels.

On the other hand, highly alkaline soils tend lock up the nutrients. Soil ph also has an effect on the diversity and activity of soil life which in turn can cause plants to become prone to certain diseases McGeary Organics 5-3-4  will increase the soil's nutrient-holding capacity and encourage beneficial organisms. When the soil is healthy, so are the plants, and they naturally resist insect pests as well as yield beautiful crops.

Organic systems rely on recycling existing natural wastes and the use of diverse bio systems to maintain optimum growing conditions. However in restrictive situations or when soils are severely depleted the careful use of organic fertilizers is acceptable.

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