Product Description A byproduct of the West Coast crab harvest, Down To Earth’s Crab Meal 4-3-0 is a wonderful source of plant nutrients for vegetable gardens, flower beds and field crops. The coarse texture of DTE Crab Meal is ideal for improving aeration, drainage and overall soil tilth. APPLICATION RATE 4 cups ≈ 1 lb; ½ cup ≈ 2 oz; 1 tbsp ≈ 0.25 oz VEGETABLE GARDENS AND FLOWER BEDS To prepare new gardens, apply 5 lbs per 100 square feet and thoroughly mix into the top 3″ of soil. For new transplants, add 1-2 tbsp per hole, mix into soil and water in well. To feed established plants, side dress 2-4 oz, depending on plant size and desired growth rate, once each month during the growing season. CONTAINERS For new plantings, add 1-2 tbsp per gallon of soil and mix thoroughly OR add 5 lbs per cubic yard. For established plants, lightly mix 1-2 tbsp per gallon into the soil surface once each month during the growing season.
