Blood meal: not the least creepy of product names, we know. But if you're looking to boost blooms naturally, on either your outdoor or indoor plants, then blood meal can give you a leg up; especially if you grow using organic methods.What is blood meal?Blood meal is, well, blood meal. It's literally dried blood, harvested from slaughtered animals. Typically, blood for blood meal comes from cows, but sometimes it may come from other animals. Blood meal has a powder-like consistency and is a dark maroon color. You typically purchase it in small quantities in bags or canisters.Why use blood meal?If you're looking for an organic fertilizer that's relatively high in Nitrogen, then blood meal is a good option. Blood meal is essentially a concentrated form of Nitrogen. While most organic fertilizers typically provide smaller percentages of Nitrogen, blood meal can get you about 12%. Nitrogen, is required for plants to grow healthy leaves and stems. Photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy, also requires Nitrogen. Blood meal can also help you lower the pH in your soil a bit, which can benefit plants that prefer more acidic conditions, or help lower pH for a time in high pH soils.NOTE: Add blood meal to your compost pile! Adding blood meal to your compost will help it speed up the decomposition process.Down to Earth Blood Meal is guaranteed to promote rapid, green growth. A wonderful fertilizer for heavy feeders like corn, spinach, salad greens and garlic in the early spring.Organic Espoma Blood Meal is a favorite among gardeners. Because blood meal is organic matter, it does help you in your efforts to build a healthier soil. Building healthier soil over time helps you grow healthier plants.Note that while blood meal is actually a deterrent to some animals such as squirrels, which can keep them from digging up your bulbs. Some animals such as dogs, cats and opossums, find the smell appealing and might go ahead and do some digging.Can blood meal burn my plants?Because blood meal has a bit higher concentration of Nitrogen than most organic fertilizers, you want to be careful not to apply too much. Too much concentrated Nitrogen can burn plant roots and cause overall damage. Too much Nitrogen can also end up suppressing flowering and fruiting, pushing your plants to produce only leafy growth. As with all garden fertilizers, you should always follow the application rate instructions on the label.Can I use blood meal in my hydroponic system? Yes! Grow More Blood Meal is formulated to be used in hydroponic systems. It combines fast release soluble Nitrogen with slow release insoluble nitrogen for extended nitrogen uptake. It also contains amino acids and trace amounts of phosphate.Find a full selection of blood meal products at www.hydrogalaxy.com.
