Down to Earth Alfalfa Meal 25 lbs
Best organic soil amendment for rose enthusiasts and avid home gardeners.
Enhance your garden with Down to Earth Alfalfa Meal, an excellent soil conditioner rich in natural growth stimulants and trace elements. This organic product is ideal for all flowering shrubs, especially roses, promoting accelerated growth and more abundant blooms. Its high organic matter and balanced carbon-to-nitrogen ratio also make it a valuable compost bio-activator. Supplied in a 25 lb package, it's perfect for improving soil health and boosting plant vitality.
$23.88
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
50
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#50 in Fertilizers
Price vs Category Average
-61%
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Form
Meal
/ Meal
Who it's for
- Organic growers prioritizing safe, chemical-free garden inputs
- Gardeners seeking stronger root systems and plant vigor
- Soil health enthusiasts improving structure and water retention
Who should skip it
- Gardeners needing an immediate nutrient boost for hungry plants
- Pet owners concerned about attracting local wildlife
- Budget-conscious growers comparing cost against NPK ratios
Performance breakdown
Rose Vitality
Triacontanol content provides a noticeable boost to rose bloom production.
Compost Efficacy
Balanced carbon-to-nitrogen ratio accelerates the breakdown of organic garden waste.
Soil Conditioning
High organic matter content significantly improves long-term soil structure and tilth.
Nutrient Profile
Provides a steady release of essential trace elements for sustained growth.
Application Ease
Granular form allows for simple, mess-free distribution across garden beds.
Bulk Value
The twenty-five pound bag offers sufficient coverage for medium-sized residential landscapes.
Key Specs
Form
Meal
Weight
25 lb
SKU
723620
Type
Soil Conditioner
Source
Organic
Contains
Trace elements and natural growth stimulants
Target Plant Type
Flowers, Trees and Shrubs
Container Weight
25.0 pounds
Features
- Rich source of trace elements
- Promotes natural growth stimulants
- Accelerates growth for flowering plants
- Encourages larger, more plentiful blooms
- Effective compost bio-activator
- High organic matter content
- Ideal carbon-to-nitrogen ratio
- Supports overall soil health
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and noticeable effectiveness of this alfalfa meal. Gardeners appreciate the fine consistency, which makes application easy and ensures rapid nutrient release into the soil. The product is highly regarded as a reliable, organic soil amendment that delivers visible improvements in plant vigor and overall garden health. While some note the premium price, the consensus is that the superior results and trusted organic sourcing make this an excellent investment for serious growers.
Know before you buy
Alfalfa meal contains triacontanol, a natural fatty alcohol that acts as a growth stimulant. This compound helps roses develop stronger root systems and produce more vigorous, abundant blooms.
The balanced carbon-to-nitrogen ratio and high organic matter content in alfalfa meal provide a nutrient-rich food source for beneficial microbes. Adding it to your compost pile helps accelerate the decomposition process.
Yes, it is a versatile soil conditioner that benefits most flowering plants, trees, and shrubs. It is particularly effective for any plant that could use a boost in overall soil health and vitality.
Yes, Down to Earth Alfalfa Meal is an organic product. It is derived from natural plant sources and does not contain synthetic chemicals, making it suitable for organic growing practices.
For best results, work the meal into the top few inches of soil around the base of your plants. You can also mix it into the planting hole when installing new shrubs or roses to encourage early root development.
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