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Our recommendations

The organic quality, the NPK composition suitable for almost all plants, the good price-performance ratio and the convincing reviews on Amazon make the Cattle manure(€ 18.80 at Amazon *) from Dehner to the test winner in our comparison. Buyers praise the ease of dosing thanks to the pelletized form. The smell or the lack of it is also highlighted positively.

For the organicCattle manure from Florissa the same applies as for our comparative champion. It is only in second place because of the lower filling quantity at almost the same price - otherwise the product would have earned first place. Amazon reviewers are very excited. The manure should also hardly smell and fulfill its purpose absolutely. In addition, the packaging appears to be good.

Beckmann cattle manure is our price-content winner, as the costs for the extra large filling quantity are extremely low. The product also scores with a solid quality, even though, unlike the other two recommendations, it is not organic. The reviewers at Amazon are extremely satisfied with the effect of the cattle manure on their plants.

Purchase criteria

consistency

Grained: Granulated cattle manure is made from dried manure. It usually smells much less than fresh, untreated manure.

Pelleted: Pelleted cattle manure is somewhat coarse-grained, but otherwise has the same properties as single-grain manure.

Untreated: Untreated cattle manure is normally only available in professional agricultural facilities (farms etc.). It then has to be worked directly into the soil or mixed with the earth after collection. However, the strong smell is not for sensitive noses.

NPK composition

In order to find out which cattle manure is the right one for your needs, you should firstly know which nutrients your plants need and to what extent; on the other hand, the NPK composition of the fertilizer must be clear, i.e. specified by the manufacturer.

Note: NPK stands for nitrogen (chemical symbol N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K). These three ingredients are the most important for almost all plants.

Commonly found in cattle manure

• about two to five percent nitrogen,
• about one to three percent phosphorus and
• about 1.5 to four percent potassium.

You can use these guide values ​​as a rough guide.

purity

Ideally, the selected product contains only cattle manure, without any other ingredients. Exceptions: pelleting aids, living microorganisms and humus. These extras promote an easily applicable consistency, a rapid effectiveness of the cattle manure and an optimal supply of the soil. Chemical or mineral additives must not be mixed in under any circumstances.

Organic quality

When it comes to cattle manure, it's definitely worth taking a closer look at the quality. If you choose an organic certified product, you can rest assured. Because then it is clear that the cattle from which the manure originates only consumed organic food and that they lead a species-appropriate life.

However, cattle manure that is not of organic quality is also an option - as long as your research shows that you are buying a high-quality product with it.

packaging

It is extremely practical when the cattle manure is sold in resealable packaging. Then all you have to do after opening is to close the package tightly again and store the whole thing in a dry place. Otherwise you will be forced to seal the pack tightly with tools or even laboriously to refill the contents.

Capacity

Depending on how much cattle manure you need for your garden, the content should be more or less extensive. Our analysis has shown that the larger the unit, the cheaper the price per kilo.

frequently asked Questions

What is cattle manure?

Cattle manure is a natural fertilizer that usually consists of dried cattle manure. Manufacturers process the manure into grains or press it into pellets. The latter are a little coarser-grained. In some cases, cattle manure is also offered untreated (i.e. undried) or mixed with chicken manure. In all (pure) variants, cattle manure is more effective and less expensive Complete fertilizer.

Since it is 100 percent organic in origin, cattle manure is not toxic. You don't have to worry if your pet sniffs or nibbles on the dung. In addition, you have the security of not letting any chemicals on your precious plants, but promoting their growth in a completely natural way.

It should be emphasized that cattle manure not only provides the plants with important nutrients, but also improves the soil quality over the long term. Due to the composting during production, it contains a lot of humus and thus also helps the soil to form humus. Furthermore, cattle manure is resistant to rain and other environmental influences.

For which plants is cattle manure suitable?

One of the many advantages of cattle manure is that it is suitable for all plants in the garden without exception. So it doesn't matter whether you have roses (for example peonies), rhododendrons or Hydrangeas, Vegetables and fruits like cucumbers, tomatoes or strawberries or your entire lawn fertilize want. Cattle manure is also perfect for giving young plants a powerful injection of nutrients right from the start.

Cattle manure, horse manure or horn shavings - which is best?

While cattle manure and horse manure cover the full spectrum of nutrients required, are Horn shavings(€ 32.93 at Amazon *) a pure nitrogen fertilizer. Therefore, the shavings should never be used as the sole fertilizer, but only if necessary for heavy eaters such as tomatoes. In addition, full-fledged fertilizers are essential.

Cattle manure and horse manure are considered full-fledged fertilizers. Cattle manure often contains a little more nitrogen, while horse manure usually contains a touch more phosphorus.

Note: Horse manure should only be used in pelletized or granular form. When fresh, it often contains seeds from unwanted plants such as weeds and too high levels of ammonia, which would damage the soil.

How do you fertilize with cattle manure?

Cattle manure is a Slow release fertilizer. Apply it twice a year.

• first fertilization in spring (basic fertilization): manufacturers usually recommend 100 to 200 grams per square meter
• second fertilization in summer / early autumn: manufacturers generally recommend 50 to 100 grams per square meter

Make sure you distribute the fertilizer evenly. Depending on the specific product, you can leave the cattle manure above ground or work it into the ground with a rake.

These are only guidelines and guidelines. Always take into account the manufacturer's information on the packaging or in the description of the respective cattle manure.

Basically, you should only fertilize during the growing season, i.e. for the second time at the end of September or beginning of October at the latest.

Which brands offer good cattle manure?

Many well-known brands offer high-quality cattle manure. These include, for example:

• Stretcher
• Florissa
• Beckmann
• Oscorna
• Green Jan

Where is the best place to buy cattle manure?

Cattle manure is available in well-stocked hardware stores, for example at OBI, toom, Bauhaus, Hagebaumarkt, Hornbach, Raiffeisen and Globus. You will also find what you are looking for at Amazon.