In Texas, February and March are the months to put out Natural Corn Gluten Meal. A powdery byproduct of the corn milling process, corn gluten meal has been used as a natural protein for lawns and gardens for years. Additionally acting as a weed suppressor this non-toxic alternative to traditional, chemical-based weed and feed products clears out your gardens, lawns, paths, and driveways with no chemical repercussions.
As a plant food, corn gluten has a N-P-K ratio of 9-1-0, or 10% nitrogen by weight. As a weed suppressant, corn gluten acts as a natural “pre-emergent” – it inhibits seed germination by drying out a seed as soon as it cracks open to sprout. These qualities make corn gluten an ideal ‘weed n feed’ product.
How It Works
Corn gluten meal works by inhibiting root formation in weeds at the time of germination. Weeds germinate and form a shoot, but no root, preventing growth. Lastly allow a short drying period after germination, as too much water may allow the plants to recover and form roots.
Have any questions about Natural Corn Gluten Meal? Shoot us an email or give us a call at 817.473.1137. We hope to see you in our store soon!
