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Biochar is a horticultural char-like substance, created by heating biomass in low oxygen conditions. It is used to improve soil health, increase water retention and sequester carbon.
Chitin makes up one of the components of the exoskeletons of arthropods. As the black soldier flies that produce our frass grow, they shed their exoskeletons and it becomes a part of the mix. Research has shown that chitin enhances plant health and disease resistance. It can work like a natural defence agent - inhibiting fungal and bacterial pathogens, as well as improving soil quality and encouraging plant growth.
Frass is the term used to describe the excrement of insects. The frass found in our Soil & Microbe Booster comes from the black soldier fly. It is a natural fertiliser and high in beneficial microbes as well as being rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
No, not at all. Put simply, this is a living product and the ‘mould’ is a saprophytic fungi growing on the decaying organic matter. It speeds up the breakdown of organic matter and releases nutrients into the soil. It will not harm your plant, and can be stirred through the potting mix or even compost. Always wear gloves and use a mask when handling the product.
If your plants are being treated with a systemic pesticide, you should wait at least one month after the final treatment before adding the Soil & Microbe Booster to your potting mix.
The Soil & Microbe Booster makes an excellent addition to the Plant Runner range of potting mixes. It can be blended in at the time of repotting, or simply added to the top of existing potted plants.
Frass generally has a much higher diversity of beneficial bacteria and fungi compared to worm castings, leading to a broader range of benefits for the soil and the plant. Frass also contains chitin, which is a natural defence agent for plants.
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