DTE Bio-Live 5-4-2
Best organic fertilizer for gardeners seeking to build healthy, living soil.
DTE Bio-Live 5-4-2 is an organic dry fertilizer that combines high-quality marine byproducts with beneficial bacteria and mycorrhizae. This OMRI-listed product fosters a living soil by colonizing the root zone, enhancing disease resistance, and improving nutrient and water absorption. Its humic acid content nourishes microorganisms as they establish. This blend is exceptional for all types of plants, including vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs, and container plantings, promoting healthier growth and resilience to environmental stress.
$20.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
50
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#50 in Fertilizers
Price vs Category Average
-66%
Below average
Guaranteed Analysis
5.04.02.0
/ % Total Nitrogen, % Available Phosphate, % Soluble Potash
Who it's for
- Organic gardeners focused on building long-term soil health
- Home growers seeking steady, all-around plant development
- Busy gardeners wanting low-maintenance, long-lasting nutrient feeding
Who should skip it
- Gardeners needing immediate results for struggling plants
- Indoor growers sensitive to strong earthy smells
- Budget-conscious gardeners managing large-scale planting projects
Performance breakdown
Microbial Diversity
A robust, multi-strain profile creates a thriving underground ecosystem.
Nutrient Availability
Balanced NPK ratios provide steady, reliable nourishment for diverse plant types.
Soil Conditioning
Humic acid content significantly improves soil structure and long-term vitality.
Organic Certification
OMRI and CDFA listings ensure complete transparency for organic growers.
Application Versatility
Works seamlessly across vegetables, flowers, and woody perennials alike.
Storage Stability
Two-year shelf life requires careful temperature management to maintain microbial potency.
Key Specs
Guaranteed Analysis
5.0% Total Nitrogen, 4.0% Available Phosphate, 2.0% Soluble Potash
Contains 4.0% Humic Acids derived from Leonardite
Includes Endomycorrhizal Fungi (725 prop/lb total)
Includes Ectomycorrhizal Fungi (3.5 million prop/lb total)
Includes Trichoderma (12.5 million CFU/lb total)
Includes Saccharomyces (8.2 million CFU/lb total)
Includes Bacteria (91.1 million CFU/lb total)
Shelf Life
Two years from production date, store between 40°F and 85°F
Features
- Builds a living soil with beneficial bacteria and mycorrhizae
- Increases resistance to disease and environmental stress
- Improves nutrient and water absorption
- Provides a food source for microorganisms through humic acid
- OMRI Listed and CDFA Registered for organic gardening
- Suitable for a wide range of plants including vegetables, flowers, trees, and shrubs
- Can be used with additional microbial inoculants for enhanced soil activity
What customers say
Customers consistently praise DTE Bio Live 5 4 2 for its remarkable effectiveness in promoting robust plant growth and enhancing soil vitality. Gardeners frequently report significant improvements in plant health, vigor, and yields across a wide range of crops, from vegetables to cannabis. Many highlight its ease of integration into existing gardening routines, appreciating the visible results. The product is widely regarded as a high quality, reliable choice that delivers excellent value, making it a trusted staple for cultivating thriving gardens and healthy soil ecosystems.
Know before you buy
Unlike synthetic fertilizers that only provide nutrients, Bio-Live is a biological amendment. It combines a 5-4-2 nutrient profile with a diverse blend of beneficial bacteria, mycorrhizal fungi, and humic acid to actively improve soil health and root development.
Yes, it is excellent for container gardening. Because it promotes a living soil environment, it helps compensate for the limited root space and nutrient availability typically found in pots.
Yes. Bio-Live is OMRI Listed and CDFA Registered, meaning it meets the strict standards required for use in organic food production.
You don't have to, as Bio-Live already contains a robust mix of fungi and bacteria. However, it is fully compatible with additional inoculants if you are looking to further boost specific soil activity.
To maintain the viability of the beneficial microorganisms, store the product in a cool, dry place between 40°F and 85°F. It has a shelf life of two years from the production date when kept under these conditions.
Yes. The humic acid acts as a food source for the microorganisms in the soil, helping them colonize the root zone more effectively and improving the overall structure and nutrient-holding capacity of your soil over time.
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