Organic Fertilizer Is Changing The Way We Garden Today

By Tina Hull

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.

The best fish by-product to use for an organic fertilizer comes from the Menhaden fish. Menhaden meaning "that which manures". Such a great name since manure is an excellent fertilizer too. The Menhaden fish is an organic and renewable source, serving North America for centuries as an extraordinary organic fertilizer. For centuries our ancestors used the Menhaden fish to make crops grow incredible yields?way before synthetic fertilizer was a twinkle in anyone's eye.

Fish emulsion's prime advantage is that it provides the user instant gratification. Though other organic fertilizers are good for your lawn and garden, they are usually slow acting. Not fish emulsion. Your plants benefit immediately upon application instead of waiting for other organic fertilizers to decompose. Since fish emulsion degrades so quickly, it should be stored at room temperature so it doesn't work its magic before its time.

Fish emulsion is a great organic fertilizer for seedlings. Since fish emulsion acts so promptly, it makes a great fertilizer for transplants too. Transplants particularly need some extra attention so as not to risk any harm from the shock of transplanting.

Chemical fertilizers risk burning your lawn and plants. Organic fertilizer doesn't pose these same risks. You won't have ugly brown spots on your lawn or plants dropping dead from toxic 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.

This renewable source, fish emulsion, has proven itself to be awesome organic fertilizer, especially the little Menhaden from the Atlantic and Caribbean. Lawns and gardens all over benefit greatly from this organic fertilizer, especially seedlings and transplants. Once you get over the smell, you can reap the rewards. You won't risk burning any vegetation and your garden and lawn will thrive like never before. If you're after instant gratification, fish emulsion is the organic fertilizer for you. - 32395

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