FAMCO bone meal fertilizer for plants is made from crushed animal bones at our Mysuru factory, where we have made bone meal since 1984. A sample tested by ICAR-IISR, Kozhikode, showed Total Nitrogen 3.62% and Total Phosphates (as P2O5) 20.56%. It comes in 2 kg packs for home gardens and 50 kg bags for farms.
Bone meal powder for plants: what it is
Bone meal is a slow-release organic fertiliser made from crushed animal bones. It is mainly used as a source of phosphorus, which plants need for roots, flowers and fruit. Because it releases nutrients slowly, it works best mixed into soil rather than left on the surface.
Lab report (ICAR-IISR, 08.04.2026)
A sample of FAMCO bone meal (“Bone Meal – A5 -A”) was tested by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research (ICAR-IISR), Kozhikode, Kerala. Report No. 01/N394, dated 08.04.2026.
- Total Nitrogen (N): 3.62%
- Total Phosphates (as P2O5): 20.56%
Bone meal for flowering plants and vegetables
Use it on roses, hibiscus, jasmine and other flowering plants, on fruit and vegetable plants such as tomato, chilli and brinjal, and on indoor plants and lawns. It pairs well with vermicompost for plants, which adds organic matter; both come together in the bone meal and vermicompost combo.
How to use bone meal
| Plant | Amount |
|---|---|
| Flowering plants (rose, hibiscus, jasmine) | 1–2 tablespoons per plant |
| Fruit and vegetable plants (tomato, chilli, brinjal) | 1 tablespoon per plant |
| Indoor plants | 1 tablespoon per plant |
| Lawns | A light, even layer |
Mix it into the topsoil around the root zone and water thoroughly after application.
More detail: how to use bone meal for plants.
Where to buy
2 kg packs are on Amazon. For 50 kg bags, ask us for bulk prices.
Bulk or dealer enquiries: call 94487 39609 or contact us.
Frequently asked questions
How much bone meal per pot?
1–2 tablespoons per flowering plant, and 1 tablespoon per fruit, vegetable or indoor plant, mixed into the topsoil around the root zone.
Is bone meal good for roses and hibiscus?
Yes. Bone meal supplies phosphorus, which supports root growth and flowering. Use 1–2 tablespoons per plant.
Can I mix bone meal and vermicompost?
Yes. Mix both into the root zone and water well. See the combo pack.
What is the difference between real and acid-washed bone meal?
Read our guide: real vs acid-washed bone meal.