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Down To Earth™, Bio-Turf™ 8-3-5, All Natural Fertilizer, Blended (6 LBS.)

Down To Earth™, Bio-Turf™ 8-3-5, All Natural Fertilizer, Blended (6 LBS.)

SKU:DTE07833

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Bio-Turf™ 8-3-5 Provides A Slow, Steady Release Of Nutrients

Down To Earth’s Bio-Turf 8-3-5 is an entirely natural granular lawn fertilizer designed to encourage deep root development to help reduce watering requirements. DTE Bio-Turf’s nitrogen-rich formula boosts early season growth while its extra Potassium reduces seasonal stress due to temperature change and drought. DTE Bio-Turf is also ideal for heavy feeding garden vegetables like corn, tomatoes and leafy greens.

  • Down to Earth Bio-Turf is a six pound box of fertilizer with 8-3-5 formula and is listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) for use in organic production
  • Entirely natural granular lawn fertilizer designed to encourage deep root development to help reduce watering requirements
  • Nitrogen-rich formula boosts early season growth while its extra Potassium reduces seasonal stress due to temperature change and drought
  • Ideal for heavy feeding garden vegetables like corn, tomatoes and leafy greens
  • Derived from: Hydrolyzed Feather Meal, Blood Meal, Meat Meal, Bone Meal and Langbeinite

Fertilizer Composition & Analysis

Derived from: Hydrolyzed Feather Meal, Blood Meal, Meat Meal, Bone Meal and Langbeinite

  • Total Nitrogen (N): 8.0%
  • Water Soluble Nitrogen: (0.8%)
  • Water Insoluble Nitrogen: (7.2%)*
  • Available Phosphate (P2O5): 3.0%
  • Soluble Potash (K2O): 5.0%

*7.2% Slow-Release Nitrogen from Hydrolyzed Feather Meal, Fish Meal, Bone Meal and Meat Meal

Listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) for use in organic production.

How To Use Bio-Turf™ 8-3-5 All Natural Fertilizer

Application Rates

  • 2 ½ cups = 1 lb.
  • 1/4 cup = 1.5 oz
  • 1 tbsp = 0.4 oz

For Lawns

In spring, apply 6-12 lbs. per 1,000 square feet and water in well. For summer and fall applications, decrease amount to 5-10 lbs per 1,000 square feet. Three to four applications per year are recommended and results may be enhanced if applied following aeration. For new lawns, apply 12 lbs. per 1,000 square feet and mix into top 2-4 inches of soil before seeding or sodding.

For Vegetable Gardens

Apply 4-6 lbs. per 100 square feet and thoroughly mix into soil. For transplants, add 1-2 tablespoons per hole and water in well. To feed established plants, side dress 2-4 tablespoons per plant each month during the growing season.

For Row Crops/Acreage

Apply 625-2,500 lbs. per acre depending on specific crop needs or required pounds of actual nitrogen per acre.

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Down To Earth™ | All Natural Fertilizers

Down To Earth™ features a complete line of natural and organic fertilizers, soil amendments, composts and potting media. They work with the microorganisms, fungi and organic matter in the soil to feed plants and stimulate growth. Our natural fertilizers are carefully blended from the best sources of organic nutrients in ideal proportions without the use of synthetics, growth stimulants or low quality fillers like poultry waste.You can be confident that you are giving your farm or garden the best product available, whether it’s a multi-purpose blend or a specialized soil amendment.

Many DTE™ fertilizers are approved for use in organic crop production. Please note the “OMRI” and “OIM” logos throughout the website. Certified organic operators are encouraged to check with their organic certifying agent to determine if any given product is acceptable before purchase, application and inclusion in their organic farm plan.

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