What are some organic fertilizers we CAN use?
We love bone meal! It releases nitrogen at a slower rate and provides micro-organism growth. We also love composted cow manure as it releases slower and welcomes micro-organisms. Now don’t be alarmed, but we recommend sewer sludge. Milorganite is the brand name. It absolutely will not burn and releases slowly, as well as adding trace elements that encourage micro-organisms. For our “clay bound” friends, use pelletized gypsum as an amendment agent. Because it is a mined mineral, it is still considered organic. Amend at a rate of 2 cups per hole into your excavated soil. No need to apply again. Last but not least, for those who have been to our presentations you know our secret…sorry, but now the whole world will know…cocoa bean shells are an additional amendment agent. Add a couple of shovel scoops to your excavated dirt, mix well, and add back into your hole. Why is that important? Because most of the peony varieties are probably female, they LOVE chocolate! Seriously, if you want awar
