The smell is noticeable because they add enzymes to accelerate the infusion to the soil. They also standardize it for ph, alkalinity, and nitrogen content in order to be consistent.
I have noticed the smell too as I use it in my gardens around my pool and on my lawn. It also attracts flies for about a week.
31 posted on 01/08/2015 10:13:02 AM PST by blackdog
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