You can use a sprinkler can for applying to the soil or a backpack sprayer or a sprayer that has a nozzle that will not clog to do a foliar spray (see below). The backpack sprayers have a different type of nozzle that will not clog when applying compost tea.

Use one part Spring Earth with three parts potting soil when repotting. For pots which do not need replanting, add a 1" topdressing of Spring Earth in the spring, summer, or fall.

Half top soil mixed with half potting soil is recommended on pretty much everything. Palm trees require half sand mixed with half top soil. Blueberries like half peat moss mixed with half topsoil. Make sure NO fertilizer is added in the first initial planting.

Yes. Any plant that benefits from misting will benefit from Finishing Touch. Plants tested in our labs include begonia, mum, cyclamen, spath, philodendron and diffenbachia, among others.

Don't forget to scratch the roots to loosen the soil around them. But follow this simple rule: Don't scratch the roots any harder than you would scratch your head. (Please Note: This rule was made up by a bald guy!)

Compost is an organic source which has an unique ability to condition the soil by improving its chemical, biological and physical characteristics. Some of its benefits are mentioned below:

The "potting soil" you use can be homemade or commercially available. If you choose a commercial mix, there will generally be several choices available depending on the type of stock you are potting. Excellent crops are being grown in many media.

This will depend on what compost you are using. The All Mix sold at GroWell has enough organic feed within to last the plant 4-8 weeks depending on the amount of light. Call the technical line on 0845 345 5172 for specific advice regarding your system.

The general rule is to water if the soil feels dry 3 to 4 inches below the surface, though container plants usually need to be watered daily. As for the best time to water, the early morning is best time, as there will be less evaporation into the air than during the heat of the day. The second best time is in late afternoon or early evening. To cut down on watering needs, mulch all flowerbeds and around trees and shrubs. More plants die from over watering than under watering.

Soil does not make plants grow. It is merely a medium that supports the plants roots. It is the nutrients within the soil and photosynthesis that make the plant grow. In hydroponics, you provide all nutrients to the plants through a nutrient and water solution. And support to the roots through the use of a medium.

Yes, you can. All you need to do is wash the roots of the plant by dipping in water and try to remove as much of the soil matter as possible. Be very careful with the delicate roots so the plant doesn't go into too much transplant shock. After the roots are somewhat clean go ahead and pot the plant in any of your favorite hydroponic media and begin a standard watering regimen.

Yes, you can use your own compost, but because we haven't test the quality of your compost, we don't know the biology that you have. The machines replicate only the biology they start with which can be beneficial or not. We recommend having your compost tested before you use it in the KIS brewer. Click here to read more on why testing is so important.

The public has many uses for compost which includes; flowerbeds, gardens, top dressing lawns, or starting a lawn from scratch. It can be used as an organic alternative to chemicals for enhancing your soils.

Yes you do! You cannot use typical garden soil as it will cloud your pond water and if there are any chemicals or fertilizers in your soil, you will be adding them to your pond. Special pots may not be totally necessary but pots that are designed for ponds and water gardens have "slotted" sides that allow for water passing through.

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In general, compost is good for plants -- it helps build soil structure, retains moisture, increases soil organic matter, and provides a slow release of nutrients important for plant growth. If you use compost that has not adequately matured, however, it may cause chemical burns on plants or compete with them for use of soil nitrogen. Fresh compost should not be used for starting sensitive seedlings such as tomatoes and peppers because they may succumb to damping-off disease.

Worm compost makes nutrients available to plants. When compost is mixed with water, it has the ability to hold many positively-charged mineral ions (cations), or nutrients, which can then be taken up by plants. Also, as worms process (digest) the food scraps, the nutrients in the food are changed into forms which can then be used by plants.

Since many cichlids dig in the gravel, it is quite possible that your fish will uproot your plants. Some predominantly herbivorous cichlids may eat your plants. Other cichlids will tear up plants "for fun" and are efficient aquatic lawn mowers. If your cichlids chew up your plants, bits of leaves and roots can clog filters. Some plants require lots of light and some cichlids may not be comfortable with a lot of illumination.

quot; (50mm) is okay, but 4" (100mm) of soil is better. The root system of Sir Walter will penetrate the soil to a depth of about 2 ft (600mm) in good soil with deep irrigation. The deeper the soil, the deeper the roots will penetrate and the more drought tolerant the turf will become.

When your compost is done, it will be approximately half of its original size. You should not be able to discern individual items you placed in the bin. Look for a dark color, crumbly texture, and earthy smell. Slimy compost is a sign that the process was done incorrectly at some point.