{"product_id":"organic-wool-garden-pellets-natural-mulch-slow-release-fertilizer","title":"Organic Wool Garden Pellets - Natural Mulch \u0026 Slow Release Fertilizer","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd organic, natural wool Garden Pellets to your pots, planters, raised garden beds, trees or shrubs.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop watering daily and fix how your soil holds moisture. Pellets hold up to 30 times their weight in water,\u003cspan\u003e and release it slowly back into your soil - keeping soil damp longer between waterings\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e A general guide for vegetable beds uses 1lb per 10-20 square feet, mixed down 2\"-4\". A 5lb bag can cover 50-100 square feet of garden space for a season. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-read-link=\"\"\u003e\u003ca data-scroll=\"#full-description\" class=\"read-more-link\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding wool pellets into your soil or as mulch in your garden is a great way to increase your soil's water retention, helping you to conserve water and decrease the number of times you need to water your garden. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWool breaks down over time, enriching the soil with nitrogen, potassium and other essential nutrients. This process acts as a slow-release natural fertilizer that feeds as it fades, and is generally a 9-0-2 fertilizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product transforms locally sourced Canadian wool into practical, natural growing mulches that support sheep farmers as well as your garden. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePelletized organic wool enriches your soil and retains moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool absorbs and retains moisture, slowly releasing it back to the soil to reduce the overall watering needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool can hold up to x30 it's weight in water, keeping soil damp longer between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool mulch feeds your soil as it slowly breaks down to add nitrogen back to the system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps improve soil structure over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps to moderate soil temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGradually feeds soil microbes as it breaks down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe texture of the wool can help to repel slugs and snails\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Canadian wool, manufactured in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEcoCert certified organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible, recyclable pouch with cotton thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral Application Rates:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor potting mixes, add 1\/2 cup of wool pellets to 4 cups of potting soil to improve moisture retention and consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor potted plants or in-ground gardens, sprinkle pellets on top to cover the surface or gently mix into the soil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 lb per 10-20 sq ft into the top 2-4\" of vegetable beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2-4 oz per plant if top-dressing around plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd ½-1 cup in their planting hole for new trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 5-10% by volume for seed starting mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be applied 1-2 times a season, with benefits lasting 6-12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note, due to the nature of wool products, pellets may vary slightly in appearance, colour, or texture. The lifespan of your wool pellets will depend on your specific garden climate. Watering, humidity, rainfall, soil biology (worms + microbes) all play a role in how fast your wool will decompose.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WoolGrown Company","offers":[{"title":"5lb Bag - Small Garden \/ Containers","offer_id":67113460858925,"sku":"WP5","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10lb Bag - Home Garden","offer_id":67113460891693,"sku":"WP10","price":61.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4542\/5197\/files\/WoolGrown-5lb-Pellets-2.jpg?v=1784909889","url":"https:\/\/eartheasy.com\/products\/organic-wool-garden-pellets-natural-mulch-slow-release-fertilizer","provider":"Eartheasy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}