Neem Cake (Powder) – Organic Fertilizer

Neem Cake Powder for Plants – Organic Fertilizer & Blocks Soil Pests Naturally

Neem Cake Powder (نیم کھلی پاؤڈر) is a finely ground, organic soil amendment made from the byproduct of cold-pressed neem oil extraction. Unlike coarse neem cake chunks, this powder mixes smoothly into soil and compost—perfect for pots, seed trays, raised beds, or even lawns.

Also known locally as neem khali powder, it not only adds nutrition to your soil but also protects roots from harmful pests like nematodes, maggots, and fungal spores. A natural fit for vegetable gardens, herbs, fruit trees, and flowering plants—it’s biodegradable, chemical-free, and safe for edibles.

Key Benefits

• Fine Texture – Easily blends into soil, potting mix, or compost
• Natural Nutrition – Supplies slow-release organic NPK and improves root health
• Root Protection – Deters soil pests like root maggots, nematodes, and fungal infections
• Safe for Edibles – 100% organic, biodegradable, and free from synthetic chemicals
• Soil Health Booster – Supports beneficial microbes and long-term soil fertility

How to Use

Top Dressing (Pots & Beds)

• Use 1–2 tablespoons per 10–12 inch pot
• Lightly mix into topsoil and water well
• Reapply every 3–4 weeks during growing season

Soil Mixing (Before Planting)

• Mix 100–150g per square meter of bed or soil
• For trees, use 250–500g around the root zone before watering

Liquid Neem Feed

• Soak 1 cup neem powder in 4 liters water for 24 hours
• Strain and pour around plant roots every 3–4 weeks

Best For

• Vegetable Plants: Tomatoes, chillies, spinach, okra
• Herbs: Coriander, mint, basil
• Fruit Trees: Guava, citrus, papaya, moringa
• Flower Beds & Indoor Plants
• Lawn Soil Improvement

FAQs

What’s the difference between neem cake and neem khali powder?
Neem khali powder is finely ground—easier to mix into soil and perfect for pots, trays, or lawns. Coarse neem cake takes longer to break down.

Is it safe for vegetables and food crops?
Yes. It’s fully organic and safe for all edibles. Just rinse produce thoroughly before eating.

Does it help with root rot or nematodes?
Absolutely. It blocks common root problems caused by soil insects, maggots, and fungal infections.

How often should I use it?
Reapply every 4–6 weeks for maintenance, or mix into soil before planting as a natural fertilizer and pest shield.

Can I combine it with other fertilizers?
Yes! It pairs well with vermicompost or bone meal to enrich soil and support long-term plant growth.