{"product_id":"alfalfa-meal-40-lb-bag","title":"Alfalfa Meal (40 lb Bag)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAlfalfa Meal (40 lb Bag)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlfalfa meal is made from the leguminous perennial alfalfa plant, commonly grown as a pasture and cover crop. Known for its pleasant aroma, its main advantage is boosting organic matter in the soil, though it also serves as an effective plant-based fertilizer. To see it in action, check out our Alfalfa Meal Product Video .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent addition to the compost pile for nitrogen content and absorbency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoses respond especially well to alfalfa meal. For new plantings of roses, mix 0.5 cup per plant into the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor existing plants, mix 0.5-1 cup of alfalfa meal to a depth of 4\"-6\" around each rose bush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor vegetables and flower beds, work in at 2-5 lbs\/100 sq ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse according to the current package directions and within a soil-test-based fertility plan. Account for other amendments already applied, measure carefully, water as directed, and store the closed package in a cool, dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare this product with additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nutrient-specific-fertilizers\"\u003enutrient-specific fertilizers\u003c\/a\u003e selected for garden and farm fertility programs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Down to Earth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21548652462193,"sku":"F033","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Alfalfa-DTE-40lb-bag.png?v=1787617155","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/alfalfa-meal-40-lb-bag","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}