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 4-12-0, 5 lb

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Brand
Down To Earth
Item Form
Granules
Item Weight
16 ounces
Liquid Volume
5 fluid ounces
Specific Uses For Product

🌱Boosts root & bloom growth

🌿4-12-0 NPK formula

🐟Organic marine-based phosphorus

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Description

🌸 Grow like a pro with nature’s secret weapon!

ROOT BLOOM BOOSTER - Accelerates root establishment and maximizes flower and fruit quality.
OMRI CERTIFIED ORGANIC - Trusted for 100% organic gardening and sustainable growth.
VERSATILE GARDEN ESSENTIAL - Perfect for bulbs, perennials, vegetables, and flower beds alike.
POWER PACKED 4 12 0 FORMULA - Optimized phosphorus for vibrant blooms and robust roots.
MARINE BASED NUTRIENT SOURCE - Eco-friendly fish bone meal fuels healthier plants naturally.

Down To Earth Fish Bone Meal is a premium 5 lb organic fertilizer with a 4-12-0 NPK ratio, delivering high phosphorus and calcium from sustainable marine sources. OMRI-listed for organic use, it enhances root development and bloom quality, making it ideal for flower beds, vegetable gardens, bulbs, and perennials. Trusted by gardeners seeking natural, effective plant nutrition for faster, healthier growth.

Specifications

ASIN	B07PL38J32
Best Sellers Rank	#12,263 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #430 in Garden Fertilizers
Brand Name	Down To Earth All Natural Fertilizers
Coverage	Medium
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,443)
Global Trade Identification Number	00714360078264, 00714360078721
Included Components	only product
Item Form	Granules
Item Type Name	Hydroponic Nutrient Fertilizer
Item Weight	16 ounces
Liquid Volume	5 fluid ounces
Manufacturer	Hawthorne Hydroponics, LLC
Mixing Ratio	4-12-0
Model Number	07872
Number of Items	1
Part Number	HGC723695
Specific Uses For Product	specific_uses_for_product
Target Species	Plants
UPC	714360078721 714360078264
Unit Count	80 Ounce

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