DONT USE MANURE! Horrible idea... you can simply purchase organic fertilizers at some healthfood stores, and many garden shops. Buy the variety that is specially for vegetables or herbs. Also, use about two tablespoons of organic (grain or corn derived) white vinegar mixed with a gallon of water to water your plants the first 3 or 4 days. That will give your buds a good start. If your'e planting outdoors, (which is always better), then plant them near non acetic trees like oaks, or sunflowers to give them a touch of shade to prevent scorching. Organic plants should be given a good amount of water, but don't over do it. Always trust your intuition! For more info, amazon.com has plenty of books on organic gardening.