Fish v. Seaweed fertilizer

Haines Falls, NY(Zone 4b)

OK. I want to know: which is a better foliar fertilizer, seaweed (kelp) or fish fertilizer? Sorry to have to start a whole thread about this.
Zelda

Collinsville, VA(Zone 7b)

Don't be sorry, I'd like to know, too!

Barbara

Temecula, CA(Zone 8b)

Hiya zeldonian,

They can't be compared. Liquid seaweed is used as a foliar for micronutrients and potassium yet has no measurable nitrogen or phosphorus. Fish is an amazing fertilizer that has limited micronutrients. Combining the two is a fabulous way to take advantage of the good points in both. If you must apply foliar use them both at 1/2 to 2/3 strength. A soil drench with both at full strength as per the dilution instructions on the bottle is really a complete diet for many plant types.

hope this helps.
Don

Haines Falls, NY(Zone 4b)

Thanks you. Thay helps a lot.

Haines Falls, NY(Zone 4b)

Oh, and also, how do they compare to compost and manure teas?
Sorry,
Zelda

Shenandoah Valley, VA(Zone 6b)

i use compost tea as an immune system strengthener, and kelp/emulsion as fertilizer. I "treat" a sick or infested plant with the former,in addition to other stuff.

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