Coast of Maine
Coast of Maine Kelp Meal Organic Plant Food 1-0-1
Best organic nutrient boost for all types of home gardeners.
Nourish your garden with Coast of Maine Kelp Meal Organic Plant Food. This all-purpose fertilizer, featuring an NPK ratio of 1-0-1, is derived from dehydrated Norwegian kelp, providing essential macro and micro-nutrients, plus 1% calcium. It actively promotes healthier plant growth, enhances crop yields, and significantly reduces transplant shock and plant stress. Ideal for lawns, houseplants, trees, and shrubs, it offers flexible application as a dry amendment or a liquid tea.
$21.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
50
/ 4425
#50 in Fertilizers
Price vs Category Average
-64%
Below average
NPK Ratio
101
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking to improve soil structure and root health
- Plant enthusiasts looking to boost essential micronutrient levels
- Organic growers wanting natural stimulants for vigorous plant development
Who should skip it
- Farmers growing heavy-feeding crops needing high-analysis fertilizers
- Indoor gardeners sensitive to strong, lingering marine scents
- Budget-conscious growers prioritizing low-cost synthetic alternatives
Performance breakdown
Nutrient Density
Rich in essential minerals and trace elements for robust plant health.
Application Versatility
Easily adapts as a dry soil amendment or brewed liquid tea.
Stress Mitigation
Highly effective at minimizing transplant shock and environmental plant stress.
Organic Integrity
Sourced from pure Norwegian kelp with full organic certification.
Soil Enrichment
Provides vital calcium and micronutrients to improve long-term soil vitality.
Ease of Handling
Granular meal texture allows for clean, mess-free distribution in gardens.
Key Specs
NPK Ratio
1-0-1
Contains 1% Calcium
Weight
4 lbs
Material
Dehydrated and ground Kelp (Ascophyllum Nodosum)
Barcode (EAN)
609853000702
SKU
CMKM4LB
Fertilizer Type
Organic Plant Food
Form
Meal
Features
- Organic nutrition from Norwegian kelp
- Provides essential macro and micro-nutrients
- Promotes healthier plant growth
- Improves crop yields
- Reduces transplant shock and stress
- Versatile application methods
- Suitable for all plant types
- Contains 1% Calcium
What customers say
Gardeners consistently praise this kelp meal for its outstanding quality and effectiveness. It reliably enhances plant vigor and soil health, making it a premium organic choice. Whether used as a top dressing, mixed into soil, or for compost tea, it integrates easily into any gardening practice. Users find the superior results justify the investment, appreciating how this nutrient source fosters robust, healthy growth. Its value is clear for those seeking better plant development.
Know before you buy
Kelp meal provides a broad spectrum of essential micro-nutrients and minerals that synthetic fertilizers often lack. It acts as a gentle, organic soil amendment that supports long-term soil health and helps plants manage environmental stress.
Yes, it is perfectly safe for houseplants. Because it is a granular meal, you can mix a small amount into the top layer of your potting soil or steep it in water to create a nutrient-rich liquid tea for feeding.
The natural compounds found in Norwegian kelp help strengthen root systems and improve a plant's ability to recover from the trauma of being moved. Applying it at the time of planting can significantly reduce transplant shock.
While the NPK ratio is low, this product is designed as a supplement rather than a primary high-potency fertilizer. It focuses on overall plant vitality and stress resistance, which indirectly supports better crop yields and healthier blooms.
Yes, Coast of Maine Kelp Meal is certified organic. It is made from sustainably harvested, dehydrated Norwegian kelp (Ascophyllum nodosum) without synthetic additives.
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