If you want to give your garden, flower bed or lawn a real boost, try a seaweed fertilizer. These organic, all-natural fertilizers have become increasingly popular over the last few decades with the heightening awareness amongst the general public in regards to the harmful and even life-threatening effects of chemical fertilizers.
The list of problems associated with the use of regular chemical fertilizers continue to grow and include infertility, deformities, cancer, pest invasion, soil depletion, water pollution, air pollution and less nutritious produce.
If you have a garden, you can avoid these health problems associated with chemical fertilizers and pesticides by not using them and instead using an all-natural fertilizer. One of the all-natural fertilizers you may want to consider is seaweed fertilizer. Though it may be new to you, it has been around for centuries.
Usually cheaper (heck, even free to those who are fortunate enough to live by the coast), seaweed fertilizers are rich in nutrients and hormones that plants love. These hormones and nutrients help your plants grow faster, bigger and increase the rate of fruiting and flowering. You may also see an intensification of color in your blooms and grass blades if you opt to use a seaweed fertilizer. (It is particularly nutritious for roses.)
Usually a seaweed fertilizer is a liquid fertilizer that is safe enough to use anywhere. The great thing about it is that if you use it on your lawn, your pets and children can play on it shortly after treatment with no adverse effects.
Some seaweed products are also blended with fish emulsion. This type of seaweed fertilizer is also available as a spray which can be applied directly to the plants without burning them. Liquid seaweed fertilizer can also be diluted and applied directly to the soil. Usually, the ratio is one tablespoon of the seaweed fertilizer to one gallon of water. It can be either misted or sprayed on. It is best to spray seaweed emulsion on plants early in the day when evaporation is lower so that the plant can enjoy maximum benefits from the application.
Gardening experts who use this type of fertilizer recommend applying it three times a year. The first application should be when plants are first leafing. The second application should be when buds are forming and then the final application should be after the buds have formed.
By using this safe and effective form of an all-natural fertilizer, you are doing a lot to protect the environment, your health, and the health of your children, pets and neighbors.