Can this be dissolved in water and fed a container plant that way as a boost when flowering? Or can it work that way?

We do not recommend mixing Down To Earth Fish Bone Meal 3-16-0 into water as this fertilizer is too coarse for liquid application. Fish Bone Meal is best used as an in-soil or top-dressed fertilizer. Once in contact with soil bacteria and fungi, it will slowly be broken down and fed to plants. One phosphorus and calcium source you might consider is Seabird Guano 0-11-0. Seabird Guano can be mixed into water, steeped, and then applied directly to plants.

What is the shelf life (expiration)? Does it have one?

Never notice a specific date but i would say two ro 3 years

Is the alfalfa in this product organic? because if alfalfa isn’t organic it’s usually gmo

I don't know, but am glad you're asking.

Can I use this to make a bid and flower compost tea? How to add and how much per gal?

Down To Earth does not recommend the use of most dry, natural amendments in the production of compost tea. Nutrient solubility is too low in these materials for them to be acceptable food sources for the microbes being cultivated.

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Down to Earth Organic Fish Bone Meal Fertilizer Mix 3-16-0, 5 lb

Down to Earth Organic Fish Bone Meal Fertilizer Mix 3-16-0, 5 lb

Product ID: 474005517

Details

Brand
Down To Earth
Item form
Granules
Item weight
1 Pounds
Liquid volume
5 Fluid Ounces
Specific uses for product
Potting Root

🌱3-16-0 NPK formula for growth

🌿OMRI certified organic

🐟Marine-based nutrient source

Description

🌿 Feed your roots, fuel your blooms — naturally unstoppable growth!

PURE MARINE POWER - Sustainably sourced fish bones deliver clean, contaminant-free phosphorus and calcium for vibrant blooms and robust roots.
ROOT BLOOM BOOSTER - High phosphorus content (16%) accelerates root establishment and maximizes flowering potential for premium yields.
ORGANIC GROWTH CATALYST - OMRI-listed formula ensures your garden thrives with certified organic nutrients—no synthetics, no fillers.
ECO FRIENDLY FERTILIZING - A natural alternative to traditional bone meal, supporting sustainable gardening and healthier soil microbiomes.
EASY APPLICATION BIG RESULTS - Simple 1-2 tbsp per sq ft dosing feeds new beds, perennials, and bulbs for faster, stronger plant growth.

Down to Earth Organic Fish Bone Meal Fertilizer Mix (3-16-0) is a 5 lb box of sustainably sourced, marine-based organic fertilizer. OMRI certified, it delivers a potent dose of phosphorus and calcium to boost root development and flowering in all your plants. Ideal for new garden beds, perennials, and bulbs, this clean, eco-friendly formula supports vigorous growth without synthetic additives, making it a must-have for organic gardeners seeking healthier, more vibrant plants.

Specifications

ASIN	B07PL38J32
Brand	Down To Earth
Brand Name	Down To Earth
Coverage	Medium
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 1,375 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	00714360078264, 00714360078721
Item Form	Granules
Item Weight	454 g
Item form	Granules
Item weight	454 g
Liquid Volume	5 Fluid Ounces
Liquid volume	5 Fluid Ounces
Manufacturer	YurDoca
Mixing Ratio	3-16-0
Model Number	07872
Number of Items	1
Part Number	HGC723695
Specific Uses For Product	Potting,Root Development
Specific uses for product	Potting,Root Development
Target Species	Fish
UPC	714360078721 714360078264
Unit Count	2365.88 millilitre

Reviews

B**Y

5 stars

Love this line of fertilizers, one of the best. I grow some good buds with them

7.06.2026

F**S

Works right away.My plant went from yellow to healthy green quickly.

Like it.Will buy again.

24.06.2024

W**Y

My roses have never looked better

Absolutely love this stuff I've been using it for about 2 months and my roses have never looked better. They love this stuff too!!!!

24.07.2026

J**S

6 days from 1st use. SUPER EASY TO USE.

Sprinkled next to my scraggly pepper, tomato, potato plants in desperate need to make them grow. I'm in the PNW and we've had pretty bipolar weather this year so it's been tough for a not so good backyard farmer like me. Its been 6 days and there is a noticeable difference, leaves are bigger, sooo many flowers. My tomato plant has leaves as big as my hand!

23.07.2026

B**R

Healthy fertilizer and eco-friendly

This is a really good powdery fertilizer I'm mix it in with some coconut core and soil. I use it for my flowers and my vegetable garden. There is a little bit of a fishy smell but it's not overpowering and I love that it comes in a compostable box. 5 lb is a generous size

23.08.2025

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