Our lawns and gardens are craving something natural to help them thrive, the way nature intended. Fish emulsion has been a prime organic fertilizer used by our ancestors for centuries. I'm uncertain as to how anyone ever thought that synthetic fertilizers would benefit our environment, but someone did. Hands down, though, organic fertilizer out shines chemical fertilizers every time.
A little known Gulf fish called the Menhaden is used for its oils and the byproducts make a great fertilizer. And how appropriate is it that Menhaden, loosely translated, means "that which manures", since manure is an excellent fertilizer as well.
An advantage to using fish emulsion as your primary organic fertilizer is that it produces results immediately. Many other organic fertilizers, though good for your vegetation, are slow acting. The wonderful nutrients they possess can't be accessed by your plants roots until they have decomposed. Instant gratification is something we can all appreciate on some level. Since it degrades so quickly, your plants will get what they need NOW! Since it does degrade fast, you want to make sure it's stored at room temperature so it doesn't start working its magic before it's in the soil.
Seedlings especially benefit from fish emulsion as organic fertilizer because it is so fast acting and transplants need the extra attention so they aren't harmed too badly from transplanting. Fish emulsion applied to roots of plants ready to go into the ground helps the plant?s roots cling to its nutrient rich soil, aiding in transplanting by reducing shock to the plant.
When using a chemical fertilizer you run the risk of burning your plants and your lawn. Organic fertilizer doesn't pose this risk, so you don't have to worry about ugly brown spots in your grass, or plants withering away from burning chemicals.
Yes, fish emulsion has a drawback, it doesn't smell too great. Though a super organic fertilizer, you'll want to exercise caution when using. Try to keep it off your hands and clothes. The lovely aroma will diminish after a short period of time, so don't worry. You won't have to live with it for very long.
The most beneficial fish to use for organic fertilizer is the Menhaden fish, too bony to catch for food, but it feeds on mineral rich plankton, making it super yummy for fertilizer needs, rich in protein and other nutrients.
There is no arguing that fish emulsion is a superior organic fertilizer. Millions of lawns and gardens get their pampering from fish emulsion. The strong smell may be offensive, but it's a small price to pay for the amazing results that will be. The stench will disappear soon enough and your lawn and garden will be as happy as can be, and so will you. Fish emulsion as your primary organic fertilizer is the best thing you can feed your growing green friends.
A little known Gulf fish called the Menhaden is used for its oils and the byproducts make a great fertilizer. And how appropriate is it that Menhaden, loosely translated, means "that which manures", since manure is an excellent fertilizer as well.
An advantage to using fish emulsion as your primary organic fertilizer is that it produces results immediately. Many other organic fertilizers, though good for your vegetation, are slow acting. The wonderful nutrients they possess can't be accessed by your plants roots until they have decomposed. Instant gratification is something we can all appreciate on some level. Since it degrades so quickly, your plants will get what they need NOW! Since it does degrade fast, you want to make sure it's stored at room temperature so it doesn't start working its magic before it's in the soil.
Seedlings especially benefit from fish emulsion as organic fertilizer because it is so fast acting and transplants need the extra attention so they aren't harmed too badly from transplanting. Fish emulsion applied to roots of plants ready to go into the ground helps the plant?s roots cling to its nutrient rich soil, aiding in transplanting by reducing shock to the plant.
When using a chemical fertilizer you run the risk of burning your plants and your lawn. Organic fertilizer doesn't pose this risk, so you don't have to worry about ugly brown spots in your grass, or plants withering away from burning chemicals.
Yes, fish emulsion has a drawback, it doesn't smell too great. Though a super organic fertilizer, you'll want to exercise caution when using. Try to keep it off your hands and clothes. The lovely aroma will diminish after a short period of time, so don't worry. You won't have to live with it for very long.
The most beneficial fish to use for organic fertilizer is the Menhaden fish, too bony to catch for food, but it feeds on mineral rich plankton, making it super yummy for fertilizer needs, rich in protein and other nutrients.
There is no arguing that fish emulsion is a superior organic fertilizer. Millions of lawns and gardens get their pampering from fish emulsion. The strong smell may be offensive, but it's a small price to pay for the amazing results that will be. The stench will disappear soon enough and your lawn and garden will be as happy as can be, and so will you. Fish emulsion as your primary organic fertilizer is the best thing you can feed your growing green friends.
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