4-6-4 organic fertilizer delivers a balance of nutrients, humates, compost-derived microbiology and slow release nitrogen in an easy-to-spread homogenous granule.
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- - OMRI Certificate
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Recommended Use
Suståne 4-6-4 is an organic slow release starter fertilizer and soil builder for all types of plants. Suståne 4-6-4 is the ideal application for general feeding of vegetables, roots, herbs, fruits, and flowers. Allowed for use in the production of certified organic crops. Trusted by nurserymen, master gardeners, farmers, and professional growers around the world.
Description
Suståne 4-6-4 is an all natural, compost- based organic starter and maintenance fertilizer. It replenishes the soil with a rich supply of humus and all plant essential nutrients. Suståne 4-6-4 provides a balanced mix of slow release nitrogen and other nutrients derived from biologically stable compost, natural potash, and feathermeal.
Professional Grade
Suståne Natural Fertilizer is backed by over 30 years of independent applied research on diverse crops and ecosystems. Unmatched by any other organic fertilizer manufacturer, such research is the foundation for developing products that deliver value under a wide variety of growing conditions. The superior performance of Suståne products is recognized by growers from around the world.
Benefits of Natural Organic 4•6•4
- Adds approximately 5% humates by volume, increasing cation exchange and organic matter
- Increases nutrient and water holding capacity of the soil, strengthening plant tolerance to hot dry conditions
- Promotes healthy root development
- Improves buffering against changes in soil pH
- Increases the soil’s ability to suppress plant pathogens
- Increases soil aggregate stability, porosity, and quality for greater root development and water holding capacity
Safe for Plants, People & the Environment
- Manufactured by Suståne in the USA at an EPA permitted facility
- Pathogen and weed seed free
- Derived from aerobically composted materials, so it won't attract insects or rodents to the application site
- Contains compost-based microorganisms to help replenish life in poor soils
- Fully tested and compliant with the national organic standards and the Food Safety Modernization Act requirements for fresh fruit and vegetable production
Specific Plant Applications
| Crop | Timing | Application Method | cups/100ft2 | lb./1,000ft2 | lb./acre |
| Small Grains | at seeding | in furrow | n/a | 1 | 50 |
| Soybeans | at seeding | in furrow | n/a | 1 | 40 |
| Field corn | at seeding | in furrow | n/a | 2 | 100 |
| Apples/fruit trees | annual | broadcast | 4.5 | 15 | 600 |
| Brassicas* | preplant | incorporate | 3 | 10 | 400 |
| 3 wek. pre-crown set | sidedress | 6 | 20 | 800 | |
| Carrots | preplant & 4wks later | topdress | 1.5 | 5 | 200 |
| Curcubits (all vine crops) | post plant | incorporate | 9 | 30 | 1,200 |
| Garlic | apply 3x per season | topdress | 1.5 | 5 | 200 |
| Legumes | preplant | incorporate | 6 | 20 | 800 |
| Lettuce (head) | preplant | incorporate | 6 | 20 | 800 |
| 3 wk post transplant | sidedress | 9 | 30 | 1,200 | |
| Onions | at transplant & at 10" ht | topdress | 3 | 10 | 400 |
| Peppers and Tomatoes | preplant | incorporate | 4.5 | 15 | 600 |
| 3 wk post transplant | sidedress | 4.5 | 15 | 600 | |
| Potatoes | at seeding | direct on row | 9 | 30 | 1,200 |
| Sweet Corn | preplant | starter | 3 | 10 | 400 |
| sidedress | sidedress | 4.5 | 15 | 600 | |
| Raspberries, year 1 | at transplant | banded on row | 6 | 20 | 800 |
| Raspberries, year 2+ | spring application | sidedress | 9 | 30 | 1,200 |
| Strawberries, year 1 | at transplant & pre-runner | in row | 7.5 | 25 | 1,000 |
| Strawberries, year 2+ | at dormancy break | topdress | 12 | 40 | 1,600 |
| Flowers | pre or post plant | broadcast | 8 | 30 | 1,200 |
| Tomatoes | at transplant | sidedress 3-4" away | 17.2 | 57.4 | 2,500 |
*Includes broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, Chinese cabbage, bok choy, and mustard greens.
Suståne 4-6-4 Natural & Organic Fruit and Flower Plant Food is a slow-release nitrogen fertilizer made from biologically stable compost and other natural and organic ingredients. This product is recommended for use on both annual and perennial vegetables, fruits, flowers as well as in landscape beds, and potting soil mixes.
Usage and Application Rates: For best results, water after application. Application rates vary based on soil conditions, plant species and desired rate of growth. It is recommended to have soil tested prior to applying any fertilizers.
New Garden Bed Preparation: Apply 1 cup of Suståne for every 10 ft2 of bed space or 3 lb. per 100 ft2 (126 grams per m2). Incorporate into the top 4” (10 cm) of soil.
Vegetable Garden Rows: Apply 1 cup of Suståne for every 10 ft of row length (45 grams per m).
Transplants and Established Plants: Apply ¼ cup of Suståne into the hole prior to planting transplants. For established plants, topdress and work ¼ cup into the top 2”- 4” (5 - 10 cm) of soil around the base of the plant. Application rates for specific plants are available at www.sustane.com.
Soil Mixes and Potted Plants: Incorporate Suståne into the potting mix at a rate of 2 cups per cubic foot of mix (12 grams / cubic liter).
Coverage: 20 lb. covers 1,000 ft2. at 0.67 lb. of nitrogen per 1,000 ft2.
| Item # Suståne 4-6-4 |
Package Size | Units / Pallets |
| MEDIUM GRADE 200 SGN (2.8 mm - 1.4 mm) 30-20-1105
30-20-1121 |
5 lb. bags 20 lb. bags |
8 bags case, 42 cases/ pallet 100 bags / pallet |
4-6-4 Bulk Density
Guaranteed Analysis
|
Total Nitrogen (N) 0.4% Ammoniacal Nitrogen0.4% Other Water Soluble Nitrogen 3.2% Water Insoluble Nitrogen* |
4% |
| Available Phosphate (P(2O5) | 6% |
| Soluble Potash (K2O) | 4% |
| Calcium (Ca) | 4% |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.75% |
| Sulfur (S) | 1% |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.25% |
Derived from aerobically composted turkey litter, feather meal, bone meal, and sulfate of potash.
*3.2% slowly available nitrogen from aerobically composted turkey litter and feather meal