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Azomite

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What is it?

Azomite is a natural mineral substance which is mined directly from its Utah desert source. OMRI-Listed for organic production, Azomite can be used as an agricultural fertilizer and/or soil amendment product, It is easy and safe to use and good for the environment.


What is it used for? Azomite re-mineralizes soil for optimum growth. And according to research and customer reports, plants grown with Azomite produce more and larger fruits and vegetables per plant that are better tasting  — with evidence of improved nutritional benefits.


How & When To Apply?

Double the broadcast rate for new orchard plantings. Apply annually to all trees on ground surface under the drip line. Apply a light coating from the trunk out to the drip line. Recommended application rate for trees: 20" Add 50 lb of Azomite per ton of compost, preferably at the beginning of the process.


Generally, Azomite is a slow-release fertilizer. You should apply it once or twice a year. If you use Azomite as a soil amendment, you can apply it at planting time or mix it into the soil before planting. If you are using Azomite as a fertilizer, you can apply it according to the instructions on the product label.


New Gardens: 1-2 lbs per 10 sq ft

New Transplants: 1-2 tsp per hole

Lawn: 6 lb per 1,000 sq ft

Trees, Shrubs, Vines: 1 lb per 2" truck diameter

New Trees: 4-8 oz mixed into soil

Grapes: 1/2-1 lb per plant

New Pots: 2-3 tbsp per gallon of soil

Established Pots: 1-2 tsp per gallon every other month

Golf Course: 2-3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft

Greenhouse: 7-10 lbs per yard of soil

Compost: 50-100 lbs per ton of compost


Benefits? Azomite promotes root growth, which increases the probability of plant survival, especially when the climate is unfavorable to plant growth. It keeps plants greener and tastier.











 
 
 

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