Sunleaves gives you Bat and Seabird Guano from around the world. Interestingly, guano's from different regions have differing levels of nitrogen,
phosphorus, and trace minerals. By examining each Sunleaves guano fertilizer
grade—also known as the N-P-K ratio—you can glean the percentage
of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium respectively. For instance, Sunleaves
Peruvian Seabird Guano (10-10-2) contains 10 percent nitrogen, 10 percent phosphorus,
and two percent potassium.
Sunleaves Bat Guano Guide
Organic gardeners prize
bat and seabird droppings—or guano—as a rich
source of natural fertilizers because, unlike artificial
fertilizers, guano's restore a natural balance in the
garden without increasing soil salt content or acidity.
That means beneficial bacteria, insects, and earthworms
will stick around—further improving your soil by
distributing organic matter and aerating the subsoil.
Interestingly, guano's from different regions have differing levels of nitrogen,
phosphorus, and trace minerals. By examining each Sunleaves guano fertilizer
grade—also known as the N-P-K ratio—you can glean the percentage
of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium respectively. For instance, Sunleaves
Peruvian Seabird Guano (10-10-2) contains 10 percent nitrogen, 10 percent phosphorus,
and two percent potassium.
You may notice that the N-P-K ratios of Sunleaves guanos are not as high as those
of many synthetic fertilizers, but, in this case, less really is more. That’s
because, unlike artificial products, Sunleaves all-natural guanos are released
more slowly over a much longer period. Because every stage of plant development
requires differing nutrients and nutrient amounts, it’s important to understand
which type of guano to use at which growth stage.
High Nitrogen
Plants need nitrogen to enhance leaf growth and overall vigor. As with Peruvian
Seabird Guano, Mexican Bat Guano (10-2-1) is also high in nitrogen and, as such,
it is particularly well-suited for use with plants in the early phases of growth.
High Phosphorus
The fruiting and flowering phase demands plenty of phosphorus which promotes
healthy root growth. When you supplement the amount of phosphorus your flowering
plants get, you’ll likely notice more blooms and more vigorous growth overall.
Indonesian Bat Guano (0-12-0), Peruvian Seabird Guano, and Jamaican Bat Guano
(1-10-.2) are each high in phosphorus. High
Potassium
Because plants use potassium to build cells and tissue, supplementing this nutrient
contributes to overall plant hardiness. And stronger, more durable plants are
usually more tolerant of temperature extremes and are also more pest- and disease-resistant.
If you intend to boost potassium levels, you can opt for Peruvian Seabird Guano
which contains three percent potassium.
The Right Combinations
To get the most out of your plants in the vegetative and fruiting and flowering
stages, it’s a good idea to combine Sunleaves guano's. When working with
very young plants, periodically apply one tablespoon of Mexican Bat Guano per
gallon of water and then gradually build up to three tablespoons per gallon of
water for larger plants. When it’s time to stimulate fruiting and flowering,
gradually decrease and then stop applications of Mexican Bat Guano while ramping
up the application of high-phosphorus Indonesian or Jamaican Bat Guano for a
profusion of blooms.
Finally, if you’d rather rely on just one type of
guano for each stage of growth, Peruvian Seabird Guano is a good bet.
