Jobe's Organics Granular Rose Fertilizer, Organic Plant Fertilizer for Rose, Hydrangea, Hibiscus, Azalea, and Other Flowering Shrubs, 16 lbs Bag

As someone who loves fresh veggies but doesn't always have the time or skill for meticulous gardening, I was intrigued by Jobe's Organics 09026 Fertilizer. Its organic claims and promises of fast-acting results seemed too good to be true, so I put it to the test in my tomato patch. Here's the dirt:The Good:Organic Bounty: This fertilizer is OMRI-listed, meaning it's certified organic and free of synthetic chemicals. My veggies grew happily without any worries about harsh additives.Speedy Sprout: Jobe's Biozome, a blend of beneficial microbes, definitely lived up to its name. My tomato plants flourished within weeks, with noticeably more vibrant leaves and earlier fruit production.Drought Defender: Even during a surprise heatwave, my tomato plants held strong. The improved soil conditions thanks to the Biozome seemed to help them retain moisture and weather the dry spell.Pest Patrol: While not a magic bullet, I noticed a decrease in insect activity compared to previous years. The healthier plants seemed less appealing to hungry bugs, which gave me some peace of mind.Convenient Caddy: The resealable bag makes it easy to store and use the fertilizer. No more messy spills or lost product!The Not-So-Good:Potent Aroma: Some reviewers mentioned an unpleasant odor. While I didn't find it unbearable, it's definitely noticeable, especially right after application. Be prepared for a whiff of earthy funk.Mystery Microbes: The exact composition of Jobe's Biozome isn't readily available. While it seems effective, knowing more about the specific microbes involved would be reassuring for some gardeners.Not for Indoor Use: This fertilizer isn't meant for indoor plants. So, if you're hoping to boost your houseplant jungle, you'll need to find a different formula.Overall:If you're looking for an organic and fast-acting fertilizer to give your veggie garden a boost, Jobe's Organics 09026 is a great option. The Biozome technology truly seems to work, leading to healthier plants and earlier harvests. Just be prepared for the earthy aroma and the lack of detailed information about the microbes at play.Happy gardening!

Original review July, 2021:I wasn't sure what to expect but got this based on the reviews here.I came home with greatly marked down clearance rose bushes this year that were in really sad shape. The price was so low, in fact, that even if only 1 out of the 5 I got survived, I'd still be ahead. So that should give you an idea of how sad they were, lol.I planted them in their spots in the garden with the fertilizer and checked on them periodically. Within 2 days one was getting a bud. Ok,I thought, maybe that one will make it after all. But each time I checked on them, another one was doing better than it had been.Currently, it's been about a month since I brought those bushes home and they are all alive and blooming and I've even seen some new growth. Then I put some of the fertilizer on my miniature roses that were struggling in a large deck container... 3 out of 4 of the colors are now in full bloom! Waiting to see if that last color will come back.So out of 5 regular sized and 4 miniature roses, only one doesn't have blooms, and none of them look like they are struggling anymore. I'm really happy with this stuff and would definitely recommend based on my experience with it.I'm not sure what other flowers like this stuff but I'm currently experimenting in my garden to see. Everything I put it on so far has been good. I even got brand new bleeding hearts after I thought the bush was done for the season.Update August, 2021:All my roses bloomed beautifully, even that last one I was waiting for - look below for a list of bushes I currently have. A month after my last review of this product and I've got every bush with blooms and the foliage is perfect. I'm so happy with this stuff and I'm a lifetime customer as long as they don't mess with the formula.Roses I have in the garden right now:Miniature (potted): red, pink, white, and yellowBushes, not in pots:Double Knockout - redMiniature Double Knockout (2) - redDrift - apricotAs of this writing, every bush I got so far have been clearance and in sad states (some even from Walmart!). I am so happy with how beautifully they have recovered and are rewarding me with beautiful blooms!One more update, mid August, 2021:Definitely going to stick with this product from now on! Not only did it do my roses so good but also really helped other flowers in my garden really pop! I did a general fertilizing of my flower garden and everything in there just got so happy. Flowers that seemed to really like this stuff were: calendula, zinnia, impatiens, begonia, sunflowers... In another bed there were: miniature roses, balloon flowers... even my blanket flowers came back after I thought they were done for the season. Come to think of it, my coleus grew like mad right after applying this stuff. I hadn't put it together before writing this review. I was just out there thinking how huge they got all of a sudden! I guess we'll see how the perennials like it next year when their bloom time comes. This will be part of my amendment of the soil plan next spring before I plant new stuff. I'm really looking forward to a beautiful garden next year!

Got a big bag of fertilizer for a reasonable price. Just received it so I haven't had time to see the results but it is easy to apply. It is a granular fertilizer and yes it does stink but that is a good thing in the fertilizer world, so does fish emulsion. I am using it on an indoor Lemon tree that has gotten rather large and after using the fertilizer, it has started sprouting new leaves. I also tried it on my raspberry plants, but that was very recent.The price is good, the reviews are good so I am hoping it will help my plants flourish!

I'm very pleased with this organic fertilizer. It's a 2-5-3 formulation that is excellent for a wide range of vegetables. I augment it with fish fertilizer for veggies that need a nitrogen boost (such as leafy greens) but for everything else, this works very well. It's granular and easy to work into the ground (or pot/raised bed). As with any organic fertilizer there's a noticeable odor, but it's not bad at all.It's derived from bone meal, poultry manure and sulfate of potash. It also provides a good assortment of bacteria and fungi species to build and maintain a healthy soil environment. It is made in the USA.I've been a Jobes user for years and none of their products have ever fallen short of expectations. This is no exception -- five stars.

This has been the only fertilizer i have used in my garden over the last 5 or 6 years across 2 different states and 3 different gardens. It has worked incredibly well in containers and raised beds as well as in ground. I have gotten beautiful fruit and veggies, healthy plants and great yields. It smells like organic matter (poop!) which is a good thing. I don't see any reason to look at any other fertilizer for my general gardening.

Had used this plant feed before and found it very good for plants in pots

I have started seeds in June 2021 for a calamondin. They sprouted and grew but never had new growth for 2-3 months. I researched online and found this Jobe's Citrus fertilizer that seem to have very good reviews and decided to try them on. My babies loved them!!! In a week or two, all of my seedlings started to have new growth. One of the 'rockstar' seedlings in the picture grew 4 new leaves (week1) and on week 2, it started growing another set of 4 leaves!!If you are still deciding whether to buy this or not, I guarantee you should get them! Side note though as the other review noted, seems the smell of this fertilizer attracts dogs. My pooch never left my side while I was fertilizing the plants, they're drawn to the smell of it! So make sure you pack them securely away from your pets.

I ran out of palm fertilizer for my outdoor trees. Ordered this and my palms seem pretty happy I did. But it is expensive.

Easy to use. I used it on all my perennials especially the hybrid tea roses. Once in early June and again in mid July. Even considering the unusual amounts of rain this summer, the blooms on all the flowers, lilies, peonies and roses have been exceptional.

My citrus plant has never been happier with this product! Highly recommend.