FAQ: Organic Fertilizers

• What does organic mean?

• Does a plant know the difference between a synthetic/chemical fertilizer and an organic fertilizer?

• Why are organic fertilizers more expensive than synthetic/chemical fertilizers and yet still considered a better value?

• What are the major drawbacks to using chemical fertilizers in our garden? I am especially concerned about any health related problems or soil contamination.

• Can you explain adding minerals and nutrients to soil? What value does this have?

• What impact does soil temperature have on organic fertilizers?

• Don't organics work slower than synthetic/chemical fertilizers?

• How important is amending the soil in organic gardening?

• Which of your fertilizers would be best for an outdoor cactus garden?

• Why is raw chicken manure not recommended for trees? We are planting apples and pears in heavy clay soil.

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