{"product_id":"crab-lobster-shell-flour","title":"Crab\/Lobster Shell Flour","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrab\/Lobster Shell Flour is a finely ground crustacean meal that nourishes soil biology while delivering essential nutrients.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, and chitin, this marine-based amendment blends evenly into soil mixes and topdressings to boost moisture retention and organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely ground crustacean meal soil amendment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrogen, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, and chitin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChitin benefit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports beneficial bacteria that help suppress soil pests and some root diseases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil benefit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improves soil structure and moisture retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 to 1\/2 cup per cubic foot of soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kelp meal, compost, and worm castings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompost and organic soil mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden topdressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePest and disease management support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydroponics or soilless blends with other amendments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainers, raised beds, and garden plots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix into soil before planting or blend into organic soil mixes at 1\/4 to 1\/2 cup per cubic foot of soil, or layer over the soil surface and cover with worm castings or compost to integrate nutrients gradually. To make a chitin spray for fungal and pest issues, mix 1\/4 cup shell flour with 4 gallons of water and 1 teaspoon Quantum VSC, let it sit 1 to 2 days until the odor diminishes, strain, dilute with another 4 gallons of water, then spray plants in early morning or late afternoon to minimize leaf burn. Leftover spray can be applied to soil or compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout The Soil Makers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Soil Makers bring decades of experience in sustainable soil amendments, emphasizing natural minerals, soil biology, and practical inputs that help growers build living soils.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Soil Makers","offers":[{"title":"5 lbs","offer_id":50458953220374,"sku":"sku-1061568525","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"44 lbs","offer_id":50458953253142,"sku":"sku-14412240327","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/CRABSHELLFLOURJAR_e3219536-2a9f-4b79-8e30-46b7f37c3aad.jpg?v=1789321773","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/crab-lobster-shell-flour","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}