Here’s a printable mixing chart for your DIY Miracle-Gro Shake ’n Feed-style slow-release plant food. You can use this as a reference or print and attach it to your storage container.
(Miracle-Gro Shake ’n Feed Alternative)
| Ingredient | Function | Amount per Batch (Small) | Amount per Batch (Large) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bone Meal | Phosphorus, calcium | 1 cup | 4 cups (1 quart) |
| Feather Meal or Blood Meal | Nitrogen (slow release) | 1 cup | 4 cups (1 quart) |
| Kelp Meal | Micronutrients, growth hormones | ½ cup | 2 cups |
| Greensand or Langbeinite | Potassium, iron, magnesium | ½ cup | 2 cups |
| Rock Phosphate | Long-term phosphorus | ½ cup | 2 cups |
| Crushed Eggshells (optional) | Calcium supplement | ½ cup | 2 cups |
| Compost / Worm Castings | Organic matter, microbial boost | 1 cup | 4 cups (1 quart) |
| Use Case | Amount to Apply |
|---|---|
| Small plant | 2–4 tablespoons |
| Large plant/shrub | ½–1 cup |
| Garden bed (10 sq. ft.) | 1–2 cups |
| Container plants | Mix 1 tbsp per quart of soil |
Mix all dry ingredients well.
Store in a sealed, dry container.
Apply around plant base and water thoroughly.
Reapply every 2–3 months.
All ingredients are available at garden centers or online (e.g. kelp meal, feather meal, rock phosphate).
Substitute where needed — e.g., blood meal for feather meal, langbeinite for greensand, etc.