Dr. Earth Soft Rock Phosphate

A long-lasting source of phosphorous, Dr. Earth Soft Rock Phosphate (0-2-0) greatly benefits root growth and blooming plants. Contains colloidal phosphate infused with seven strains of beneficial soil microbes — feeds the soil as well as your plants!

Unique Features:
• Slow release — feeds plants for a long period of time!
• Contains Dr. Earth Superactive soil and seed inoculant
• An excellent source of natural phosphorus and calcium
• Provides both short and long term plant benefits
• Great for feeding flowering trees and shrubs
• Stimulates exceptional root growth

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

Vegetables, Annuals, Perennials & Bedding Plants

New Plantings: During bed preparation, mix in with your soil amendment, 1 cup Soft Rock Phosphate per 10 square feet, or 5 cups for every 50 feet of planting row. Till the soil to a depth of 4 to 8 inches and water well.

Established Plants: Side dress anytime during the growing season. Use 1 cup for every 10 square feet of growing area or 5 cups for every 50 feet of row. Work into the soil gently and water well.

Potted Plants

New Plantings: When potting plants, mix 2 tablespoons Soft Rock Phosphate per gallon of potting soil, or add 1/2 cup per 1/2 cubic foot (approx. 5 gallons) of potting soil. Mix the soil and colloidal phosphate thoroughly. Water well.

Established Plants: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons for a 6″ container, or 8 tablespoons for a 12″ container. Scratch into the soil gently, and cover with a thin layer of organic mulch when possible. Water thoroughly.

Trees & Shrubs

New Plantings: Before you plant, add 2 cups per 1/2 cubic foot (approx. 5 gallons) of soil that will be added to the planting hole. Once planting is completed, water thoroughly.

Established Plants: Use 1 cup for every inch of trunk diameter (measured at 4″- 6″ above the soil line). Work into the soil gently, use inside of the drip line. Water thoroughly.