Starter Fertilizer for New Transplants E. B. Stone Sure Start 4-6-2 is formulated for use when planting vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs, and other transplants. Its nutrient profile emphasizes phosphorus, which supports early root development, while nitrogen and potassium contribute to sturdy initial plant growth. The 4 lb bag is a practical size for home gardens, containers, raised beds, and smaller seasonal planting projects. The formula combines blood meal, feather meal, bone meal, dried chicken manure, bat guano, alfalfa meal, kelp meal, potassium sulfate, and humic acids. It also includes beneficial soil microbes and mycorrhizal fungi. Sure Start is approved for use in certified organic agriculture. Using a starter fertilizer at planting concentrates the product where developing roots can access it. Sure Start is intended for this establishment stage rather than as a substitute for an ongoing fertility plan based on crop needs and soil conditions. Key Features 4-6-2 analysis formulated for planting and transplant establishment. Designed for vegetables, annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, and container plants. Provides natural nutrient sources along with humic acids. Includes beneficial soil microbes and mycorrhizal fungi. Granular form is applied directly to soil around the root zone. How to Use Sure Start Apply Sure Start at planting time according to the current product label. Place it in direct contact with the soil around the plant’s root zone rather than scattering it over mulch. Complete the planting, water thoroughly, and continue providing irrigation appropriate for the plant and local conditions. Application amounts vary with plant type, container size, planting hole, and garden area. Use the package label rather than a generalized rate when measuring product. Avoid overapplication, and account for other fertilizers or amended planting mixes already being used. Choose the Right Package Size This 4 lb bag is the primary choice for typical home-garden transplanting. Choose the 15 lb Sure Start bag for larger gardens, multiple beds, orchard additions, or landscape installations. Compare additional options in our all-purpose fertilizer collection or browse the broader fertilizer selection.
