Feb, 2022

Compost Tea For Plants – The Easy Way

Compost Tea Basics

Theres a lot of information out there on the benefits of using compost tea for plants. But how does the process work? Do you have a compost pile? Do you get good compost? What is in it? Is it safe? Are there alternatives?

All valid questions. And the answers you seek may not be as simple they seem. If you ask 100 gardeners the secret to how they grow the best plants you are likely to get many different responses. This is no different when it comes to opinions on compost tea.

Can you make your own compost and compost tea? Absolutely! We encourage everyone to take steps like composting to reduce waste and enrich your gardens and landscapes. But perfecting an effective and safe compost tea takes some work, education, and time.

Do you want to experiment and roll the dice to get the results you are counting on? Or are you looking for an easier, consistent product without doing the legwork? How you answer these questions will determine which way you want to go. Either way you can get the results you are looking for and get them in the way you are looking to. Naturally.

Let’s dig into what your options are when considering making your own compost tea. And what alternatives are out there…

Easy Compost Tea

What is Compost Tea?

A combination of:

Beneficial Microbes
Nutrients
Humic Acids (Humates)
Water (clean/non-chlorinated)
Food source (sugars, nutrients)

Compost Tea will be some combination of these inputs. They result from steeping or brewing finished compost in water. This is done in order to extract and/or multiply beneficial organisms from the compost. Quality compost teas are generally aerated in some type of a brewer or bucket type setup. Typically, a tea is aerated between 24-48 hours. However, care must be taken to not brew too long as it will invite potential issues.

The type and quality of beneficial organisms in a compost tea is dependent on many factors. The two main factors being the quality of inputs that go into the compost, and the composting/brewing process itself. In order to maximize the amount of beneficial organisms in a tea, some form of food is needed to maximize these numbers. Some common food sources used for compost teas are unsulfured blackstrap molasses, sea kelp, or fish hydrolysate.

What’s in your Compost Tea?

The value of a good compost tea is that you are adding plant available nutrients, Humic acids, and living beneficials to your plants and soil. These are all highly valuable and important for living soils. The fact remains that it is difficult to know what will be in your final product. The only true way to know what is in your compost tea is through analysis.

A quality actively aerated compost tea will have a rich diversity of bacteria, fungi, and other soil dwelling creatures. Through microscopic analysis these creatures can be observed and a general inventory can be taken. If you know what you are looking for. One of the disadvantages of compost tea is that there can be a lot of variance in what your final product really is. It is impossible to know what is in a compost tea without proper evaluation. It is recommended to use a minimum of 400x magnification if you want to be able to see bacteria and other organisms. The work of people like Dr. Elaine Ingham has identified the true beauty and power of the Soil Food Web, and how it can transform how we grow food and plants.

What is Compost Tea Good For?

Adds Beneficial Soil Microbes – Soil microorganisms are a key component of productive living soils. These microbes serve many functions such as fixing Nitrogen, solubilizing Phosphorus and other Macro and Micronutrients. Each beneficial microorganism serves specific functions that can be dependent on your growing conditions. Our knowledge of how this works will become greater as scientific research continues.
Maximizes Nutrient Use Efficiency – Nutrient uptake and a healthy living soil go hand-in-hand. The microorganisms in the soil are what process nutrients into plant available forms. This is a big reason why practicing organic practices are so very important. The soil ecosystem works with your plants to give them what they need.
Plant Pathogen Protection – Many microorganisms have been shown to suppress specific plant pathogens. Much of this science is still not fully understood. Obviously there is a benefit to having more beneficial microbes than pathogenic microbes. Many of these beneficials form what are called ‘biofilms’ around plant roots. This is one way of defending plants and the rhizosphere (root zone) from harmful pests.
Builds Living Soils – Humic Acids, Beneficial Bacteria and Fungi, and other soil dwelling life interact to help form a healthy soil. The Humic Acids form soil aggregates, improve tilth, and feed the microbes. The microbes break down organic matter, make nutrients available to plants, and build biomass. Together this forms living soils that improve many functions of plant performance.
Improves Water Retention – Compost teas help build soil. A major benefit of a healthy soil structure is water use and retention. When water use efficiency improves, runoff and leaching of nutrients decreases. Plants perform best when they have proper access to water and nutrients.

The 20th century gave us the rise of commercial food production on a massive scale. The farming practices that they used generally took no regard to the ecosystem that our soils really are. Pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides kill soil organisms and damages those ecosystems.

Now we know that in order to have more sustainable ways to grow food we need to change our ways. That is why compost tea and biointensive practices are now becoming mainstream. Building living soils that have the resiliency and abundance that nature provides. More and more people are realizing the value of growing naturally. No chemical fertilizers or synthetics. Composting and using compost teas are examples of how we can grow plants more responsibly while maintaining production and nutrient density.

How to use Compost Tea

So you brewed your first batch of Aerated Compost Tea. Or maybe you are going to use an alternative to the DIY approach. Something like InoBoost Ultimate, for instance. The Beauty of using Compost Tea is that there is not a lot to mess up. These are not typical fertilizers. There is no risk of burning or damaging your plants. Whether you brew your own, purchase a pre-made tea, or use a Plant Biostimulant product, the application methods will be similar.

It is best to use a tank or hose sprayer, or watering can to apply a compost tea. The ideal time to apply is in the morning. This is because the plants stoma are open and can take in liquids more easily. Stoma are pores located on plant leaves and stems that allow for gas exchange as well as to uptake water and nutrients. Plant stoma open and close as environmental conditions change. In the heat of midday, for example, you can expect the stoma to close in order to retain water. You can also apply later in the day, but care must be taken to not invite fungal disease if the plants remain wet overnight.

There are two main ways to use a compost tea.

Foliar – Spray directly onto plants leaves and stems.
Root Drench – Soak the soil directly around the plants as far out as the drip line. It is a best practice to water in after to ensure the tea makes it down to the root zone.

Again, the beauty in using compost teas and Plant Biostimulants is that it is quite hard to damage your plants from overuse. One possible way that you could damage your plants is if you overwater. Otherwise, the frequency that you apply is really up to you. Generally, this depends on what works best for your plants, as well as cost.

Do Compost Teas Work?

This may not be the best question to ask. I think it comes down to preference. There is little question that a properly made, properly aerated compost tea contains a multitude of beneficials. The beneficial microbes, nutrients, and other substances create the conditions to grow better plants. And build great soil.

Some important things to consider are knowing what you are putting on your plants, and do you have the time, desire, and equipment to do it right.

Guarantee the Good Bugs – Not the Bad Ones

InoBoost Ultimate is the Easy, Instant Compost Tea Alternative. Loaded with a blend of Beneficial Bacteria, Fungi, Sea Kelp and more. We lower the learning curve, and empower you with a proven blend of elite Plant Biostimulants. A specifically chosen cast of beneficials that boost plant and soil health and production.

A product like InoBoost Easy Compost Tea removes the trial and error of brewing your own compost tea. Simply mix and apply. Know what you are putting on your plants and soil. And know how you can make an easy compost tea without a pump or other equipment.

Like we stated at the beginning. Brewing your own compost tea is great. And many people have had success in doing it. However, it is not for everyone. From buying the equipment, finding or making a quality compost, and finally brewing your tea. It may just be more than you are willing to take on.

There are no magic potions that will guarantee success. Good growing habits, natural, organic inputs, and a focus on building a healthy soil food web should be the goals. How you get there is really just a matter of practice and preference.

Plant Biostimulants are a game changer for growers. These products give you the benefits of using a quality aerated compost tea, but take out the labor and guesswork. Some microbe food for thought….

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Jan, 2022

7 Reasons You Should Be Using Mycorrhizae In Your Grow

How Does Mycorrhizal Fungi Benefit Plants?

There are a lot of conflicting, and confusing claims when it comes to some plant growth amendments out there. The Plant Biostimulant industry is still developing, and there are many awesome new advances stilll to be realized. The amount of substances that are considered Plant Biostimulants each have unique potential benefits and functions. This list will focus on perhaps the most important of all Biostimulants, Mycorrhizal Fungi.

We thought this was a good opportunity to expand a bit on the benefits of Mycorrhizal Fungi used in biointensive/regenerative living soil systems, and explain a bit of what they can do for your plants.

Here are 7 scientifically proven reasons to use Mycorrhizae to get results. We thought 7 reasons worked simply because we employ a selective blend of 7 Endomycorrhizal species in our products in order to maximize colonization success and boost your grow…

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1. Increases Rooting/Transplant Success

Enabling new transplants to get to the resources they need is obviously important for plant success. Mycorrhizae have formed a symbiosis with plants that allows for your your plants to quickly expand their root zone, and get established quickly. This allows for premium performance as well as a reduction in plant loss and disease.

2. Nutrient/Water Use Efficiency

When your plants are colonized by mycorrhizae, the expanded root zone is able to get to the nutrients and water it needs faster and more efficiently. This results in reduced fertilizer inputs, and a more sustainable living soil ecosystem.

3. Promotes Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria

Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) are an essential part of living regenerative soils. Working within the mycorrhizal network, PGPR serve a multitude of functions that benefit plant growth, health, and soil structure.

4. Protects Against Pathogens

A healthy root zone colonized by mycorrhizal lets the soil food web to go to work. Beneficial bacteria move within the rhizosphere and work along with other fungi, and soil dwelling creatures to create the conditions to combat root and plant pathogens, and suppress disease.

5. Improves Soil Structure and Quality

The vast mycelial networks created by mycorrhizae, and the diverse ecosystem that results is built in part by glomalin. Glomalin is a glue like protein that binds soil minerals and is a significant component of soil organic matter. This vastly improves soil structure, and allows for nutrients and water to be maximized for efficiency and soil health.

6. Increases Flowering, Production, and Yields

A biointensive, living soil gives your plants the conditions they need to thrive. The mycorrhizal network is what gives plants the most efficient and powerful means to achieve professional grade performance. Bringing the nutrients, water, and protection where and when they are needed.

7. Protects Against Abiotic Stress (heat, drought, salinity, etc.)

The power of living soils and the benefits gained from mycorrhizal colonization are many. A healthy rhizosphere (root zone) gives your plants what they need to thrive. When your plants have better access to what they need, they can better deal with potential stresses that would harm otherwise unprotected plants.

The Natural Way to Plant and Soil Care

The ancient symbiosis between Mycorrhizae and plants is powerful. These relationships have been developed in nature over millions of years. Today, growers can take advantage of this evolution in order to achieve awesome results, without the use of chemicals or synthetics. In whatever growing setup you choose. Build a powerful, living soil, mimic nature and maximize your inputs by using mycorrhizal fungi.

Let Nature Take the Lead… Boost Your Grow the Natural Way.

Mycorrhizae Compatible Plant Species List

What Are Mycorrhizae?

Myco, from the Greek word mýkēs, meaning “mushroom, fungus”.

Rhizae, from the Greek word rhíza, meaning “root”.

Mycorrhizae, a root fungus, that grows in symbiosis with plants, where the fungi provide nutrients and water that the plant roots could not get on their own. Also enabling the plant to defend against pathogenic fungi and predators. In turn, the plant provides nutrients to the mycorrhiza through photosynthesis.

This process is 400 million years in evolution, as shown in fossil records. It has also been proposed that mycorrhizal fungi played a key role in bringing aquatic plants to land. Thus enabling the diversity and abundance of vegetation we have today.

The most prevalent form of Mycorrhiza, Endomycorrhizae (Arbuscular Mycorrhizae), colonizes approximately 85% of all plant species. Along with Ectomycorrhizae, which colonizes up to 5% of plants, mainly select hardwoods and conifers; covers the majority of plants on earth.

The remainder of plants either have an association with other less prevalent mycorrhizae, or are non-mycorrhizal.

Why is this important? Many common practices adversely affect the natural state of mycorrhizal colonization. Tillage, resulting in soil compaction, and fallow soil, common nursery practices, over use of fertilizers, pesticides, and fungicides, topsoil removal, all negatively affect mycorrhizae formation. This can result in transplant shock, poor growth, plant loss, and lower production and yields.

We at GreenEden advocate for the natural way of plant and soil care. Low or no till, addition of organic, natural amendments, and striving for balance with nature. The evolution of the mycorrhizal relationship with plants is paramount in the development of a healthy ecology.

The following is a list of plant types and their mycorrhizal association. By no means a complete list, but a good baseline of knowledge for what mycorrhizal fungi you will need.

Plant Types With Endomycorrhizal Association**

Arborvitae	Celery	Grass	Mulberry	Ryegrass
Acacia	Cherry	Gum	Monkey Pod	Sassafras
Agapanthus	Chokeberry	Hackberry	Nasturtium	Sagebrush
Ailanthus	Chrysanthemum	Hawthorn	Okra	Serviceberry
Alder	Citrus (all)	Hemp	Olive	Sequoia
Alfalfa	Clover	Hibiscus	Onion	Silverbell
Almond	Coconut	Holly	Pacific Yew	Sourwood
Apple	Coffee	Hophornbeam	Palms (all)	Soybean
Apricot	Coral Tree	Hops	Palmetto	Squash
Artichoke	Corn	Horsechestnut	Pampas Grass	Strawberry
Ash	Cotton	Impatiens	Papaya	Sudan Grass
Asparagus	Cottonwood	Jojoba	Passion Fruit	Sugar Cane
Avocado	Crabapple	Juniper	Paulownia	Sumac
Bamboo	Cryptomeria	Kiwi	Paw Paw	Sunflower
Basil	Cucumber	Lavender	Pea	Sweet Gum
Bayberry	Currant	Leek	Peach	Sweet Potato
Bean	Cypress	Lettuce	Peanut	Sycamore
Begonia	Dogwood	Lily	Pear	Tea
Black Locust	Eggplant	Locust	Pecan	Tobacco
Blackberry	Elm	Ligustrum	Pepper	Tomato
Box Elder	Eucalyptus	London Planetree	Pistachio	Tree-of-heaven
Buckeye	Euonymus	Macadamia	Persimmon	Tupelo
Bulbs	Fern	Magnolia	Pittosporum	Walnut
Burning Bush	Fescue	Mahogany	Plum	Wheat
Cacao	Fig	Mahonia	Poinsettia	Willow
Cactus	Forsythia	Mango	Potato	Yam
Cannabis	Fountain Grass	Maples (all)	Poplar	Yarrow
Carrot	Fuchsia	Marigold	Raintree	Yew
Casuarina	Gardenia	Melons (all)	Raphiolepsis	Yucca
Cassava	Garlic	Mesquite	Raspberry	All nut trees except Pecan, Chestnut, and Hazelnut
Catalpa	Geranium	Millet	Redbud	All fruit trees, grapevines, grasses, and many vegetables
Ceanothus	Gingko	Mimosa	Rose	All berries except blueberry, cranberry, and lingonberry
Cedar	Grapes (all)	Morning Glory	Russian Olive	**Partial List of Compatible Species

Plant Types With Ectomycorrhizal Association**

Alder	Birch	Hemlock	Madrone	Poplar
Aspen	Chestnut	Hickory	Oak	Spruce
Basswood	Chinnquapin	Larch	Pecan	Willow
Beech	Fir	Linden	Pine	**Partial list of compatible species

Both Endo and Ectomycorrhizal Association**

Alder	Cottonwood	Hazelnut	Willow
Aspen	Eucalyptus	Poplar	**Partial list of compatible species

Plants With Other/No Mycorrhizal Association**

Brassica Family	Amaranth Family	Dianthus	Rushes
Ericaceae Family	Carnation	Protea	Sedges
			**Partial list of non-compatible species

Sep, 2021

The Internet of Plants – A Mycorrhizal Network

What Is The Mycorrhizal Network?

Mycorrhizal Fungi form networks that are the backbone of a healthy soil ecosystem, and a significant factor in the health of the majority of plants in the world. They facilitate the movement of nutrients, water, and bacteria between and amongst plants.

As more information is being realized about this ‘Internet of Plants’, the true power of a healthy living soil ecosystem will be realized.

Mycorrhizal networks are formed by what are called ‘hyphae’. Hyphae are microscopic strands of fungi which enable water, nutrients, and microorganisms to move from areas of abundance to areas of need. These hyphal networks have been known to extend over vast distances, and interconnect multiple plant species<1>.

The rhizosphere, or the area in the soil immediately surrounding plant roots, is thought of as the most ecologically diverse ecosystem on the planet. Billions of fungi, bacteria, and other microorganisms inhabit this zone.

It is here that the true beauty of the mycorrhizal network is shown. It is also where Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) dwell. These bacteria hold many valuable functions influencing plant life and biogeochemical cycles.

This includes: supply of nutrients, increase in nutrient use efficiency, induction of disease resistance, enhancement of abiotic stress tolerance, modulation of morphogenesis (development) by plant growth regulators<4>.

These beneficial bacteria use the network of mycorrhizal hyphae to transport and redistribute nutrients, which benefits plants and the bacteria alike. It is with this living soil, improved soil structure, and diversity of organisms that facilitates a healthy soil ecosystem. The roots of plants can only extend so far into the soil; thus making the importance of the mycorrhizal network essential to allow plants to have access to the water and nutrients they would not normally have.

This ‘internet of plants’ has benefits beyond just plant health. Disturbed sites, polluted soils, heavily tilled, depleted soils, and restoration sites all can benefit from the colonization of mycorrhizal.

Mycorrhizae helps the natural establishment and protection of vegetation throughout this network. This is extremely significant for agricultural and nursery production. Communication within the Mycorrhizal network is still a relatively unsettled phenomena, but with the research of people like Suzanne Simard, more and more is becoming known about how these networks, and the communications that occur in them happen.

Research has shown that a type of communication, or trigger, does enable plants to send signals throughout the mycorrhizal network to warn of a disturbance or pathogen effecting an individual plant or plants. Studies have shown numerous beneficial fungi and bacteria have the ability to signal, or communicate between plants to warn of soil borne or insect pests<1>. Specifically, a study looked at how corn plants release a chemical that specifically targets pests and other plants. This chemical also attracts a strain of the beneficial bacteria Pseudomonas (PGPR), that is able to outcompete the pathogenic bacteria<2>. Another study used Streptomyces (PGPR) bacteria to show that compounds released by this beneficial bacteria triggered positive responses from plants infected by pathogens<3>.

All of these remarkable bacterial functions that benefit plant and soil health are made possible through the mycorrhizal network. The ‘Internet of Plants’ connects the living soil ecosystem to plant communities. This enables them to work together to form a natural, healthy environment.

When a diverse community of beneficial bacteria, fungi, and organics are introduced, a healthy, living soil is formed. Start with the roots, end with stronger plants, greater yields, and production.

Boost Your Grow The Natural Way

references:

<1> New Phytol. 2015 Mar;205(4):1448-53. doi: 10.1111/nph.13115. Epub 2014 Nov 24.

<2> Benzoxazinoids in Root Exudates of Maize Attract Pseudomonas putida to the Rhizosphere. April 25, 2012. PLoSONE. Neal et al.

<3> https://doi.org/10.1093/femsec/fiw119

<4>https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0304423815301850

Defend Against Damping Off With Beneficial Bacteria

What is Damping Off in Plants?

Damping Off Disease is one of the most common problems associated with plant seedling failure. Damping off causes the rotting of young plant stems and roots. It can occur both before and after seed germination. It is caused by a combination of different environmental conditions, pathogenic fungi, and is most likely to occur in over wet, cool soil conditions.

There are many methods that have been used in order to prevent damping off from occurring. With the many different pathogenic fungi and microbes that cause this condition, there is not one tried and true method to completely prevent it.

Young seedlings that have been infected will have a stem that becomes extremely thin, like it has been pinched. Within a matter of days, the new plants leaves will yellow, and the plant will fall over and die. This is what happens if the plant germinates at all. Many times seeds will already have, or will be infected by a pathogen from the soil. This will cause the seed to not germinate at all. The biggest issue with damping off is in its prevention. This is because once the symptoms are realized, there is really no way for a plant to recover.

How to Prevent Damping Off

So how do you control damping off disease? That depends on your growing setup and other factors. The following list shows the methods that can be used in part or in combination to ensure you have a successful grow:

Proper Soil Management – Start with a quality seed starting mix. We recommend using a light blend of peat and/or coco coir, some form of aeration (perlite/pumice), compost (Vermicast), and select beneficial microbials. This will ensure good plant nutrition, proper drainage and water holding capacity, and beneficial microbes to encourage a healthy soil.
Clean, Sterile Growing Containers and Tools -You want to use clean, sterilized containers where any possible pathogens have been destroyed. Using clean tools and equipment not only suppresses disease and prevents contamination across different locations and plant varieties.
Keeping Soil Evenly Moist – Pathogenic Fungi prefer certain conditions to multiply and attack plants. Having a soil that remains too wet or too dry will encourage the growth of pathogens. There are specific plant pests that prefer these conditions, so maintaining a consistent moisture level is key.
Soil Temperature – Follow the best management practices for what you are growing. Keeping the temperature at a preferred level for your plants will help with rapid germination and growth.
Proper Air Flow – Maintaining a constant movement of air in and around your seedlings directly inhibits the growth of pathogenic fungi.
Fungicides – The use of fungicides have also been used to suppress damping off disease. The trade-off with this approach, however, is the possible loss of beneficial fungi and bacteria in the soil. Thus being an overall detriment to complete soil health and vitality.

Biological Control of Root Pathogens

Therin lies the beauty of Beneficial Bacteria for plants. These beneficial bacteria are also referred to as Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR). The knowledge of just how powerful Beneficial Bacteria can be to soil and plant health is beginning to be realized. Numerous scientific studies are showing that specific strains of bacteria and fungi are effective in combating not only damping off, but many other soil borne pathogens as well.

These scientific advances are beginning to show another way to not only protect soil, plants, and crops, but also increase production and yields along with it. All in a natural way, without the need for chemicals or synthetics.

Specifically for damping off, the many pathogens involved makes it difficult to pinpoint a single one size fits all approach to treatment. Some of the more common pathogenic fungi that cause damping off include Pythium, Fusarium, Rhizoctonia, and Sclerotium. These fungi show different symptoms, and affect seeds and seedlings in different ways.

For example, Pythium is a considerable soil borne pathogen that can cause damping off both pre and post-emergence. Scientific studies have shown that inoculation of seeds and seedlings with beneficial bacteria has a significant impact in the incidence of the disease<1>. Beneficial fungi like Trichoderma, and bacteria such as Bacillus, and Pseudomonas have all been shown to be effective in the defense damping of caused by Pythium. These beneficials out-compete and destroy the Pythium pathogen.

A major study conducted by BIOCOMES (www.biocomes.eu) and co-funded by the European Union looked at the biological control of Fusarium. It found that the beneficial fungi, Trichoderma harzianum, was effective in resisting the Fusarium blight. By using proper sowing practices, crop rotation, and land preparation, in conjunction with T. harzianum application, represented an effective means to better crop production and resistance to disease and blight. Bacillus amyloliquefaciens, Bacillus pumilus, and various others have also been shown to be a control mechanism against Fusarium wilt<4>.

Separate studies have shown numerous other Bacillus, Trichoderma, Streptomyces, and Pseudomonas species to be effective biological control agents; in defense of pathogens such as Rhizoctonia and Sclerotium<2,3>.

But with all of these differing pathogens, and a variety of biological treatment methods, how to know which one to use? The answer lies in the diversity of beneficial bacteria used.

How to Control Plant Pathogens with Living Soils

A USDA study on strains of Streptomyces, a beneficial bacteria, found that an integrated approach would be the most effective means to overall plant health<5>.

Using multiple beneficial bacteria strains, along with proper water and nutrient availability, and limited soil compaction are the best practices for successful control of soil pathogens<6>. Just like any other healthy ecosystem, having a diverse array of species present, with minimal disturbance, breeds a robust and resilient living soil that can protect, and provide support for the vegetation present.

GreenEden’s Inoculant Products provide these factors, with a potent, diverse blend of Mycorrhizal Fungi, Beneficial Bacteria, and Plant Biostimulants.

These work in combination to ensure the success of seedlings and transplants for your grow. Living soils grow better plants. This is done by encouraging a healthy rhizosphere populated by beneficial biology that out-compete, overpopulate, and attack plant pathogens. It is this diversity and strength of living soils that protect against a wide range of soil borne pathogens, with the added benefits of enzyme and growth hormone production, organic matter breakdown, nutrient and water use efficiency, and more. Natural, organic inputs, with no chemicals or synthetics.

A small dusting contacting the roots is all that is needed to unlock the benefits of rapid root establishment, professional grade plant performance, and protection against soil borne pathogens.

Growing in living soils, and following a set of simple, and repeatable best practices will ensure that you can keep your plants healthy and get the results that you want.

Think of it like an insurance policy for your plants.

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references:

<1>Gulhane, V.G., et. al., 2005. Biological control of damping off of tomato caused by Pythium aphanidermatum (Eds.) Fitz. Journal of Soils and Crops Vol. 15 No. 1 pp. 118-121 ref. 9

<2>Fayadh, M.A., Aledani, A.A., 2011. Effect of some microelements and biological control agents in control of tomato seedling damping-off caused by Rhizoctonia soloni Kuhn. Basra J.Agric.Sci., 24 (1)

<3>Rajendraprasad, M., et. al., 2017. Â Biological control of tomato damping off caused by Sclerotium rolfsii. Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies; 5(5): 113-119

<4>Sotoyama, K., et. al. 2015. Biological control of Fusarium wilt by Bacillus amyloliquefaciens IUMC7 isolated from mushroom compost. Journal of General Plant Pathology; March 2016, Vol. 82, Issue 2, pp. 105-109

<5>Xiao, K., et. al. 2001. Biological Control of Phytophthora Root Rots on Alfalfa and Soybean with Streptomyces. Biological Control 23, 285â€“295 (2002)

<6>Larkin, R. P., and Fravel, D. R. 1998. Efficacy of various fungal and bacterial biocontrol organisms for control of Fusarium wilt of tomato. Plant Dis. 82:1022-1028.

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The Ultimate Granular Mycorrhizal Biostimulant

EndoBoost Pro is an OMRI Listed Organic, Premium, Blend of Endomycorrhizal Fungi, Beneficial Bacteria, Trichoderma, and Biostimulants that work together to naturalize soil, increase the surface area of roots, aid in nutrient and water uptake, and increase flowering, production and yields.

This powerful blend helps reduce transplant shock, fertilizer use, need for pesticides, heat stress damage and drought stress. All without the need for chemicals or synthetics. From nature, for nature.

Simplify Your Grow

It’s really quite simple, even if you can’t pronounce all the names. Take a diverse mix of fungi that colonizes over 85% of all plants, add beneficial bacteria that specialize in breaking down organic matter, defending against pathogens, and optimizing soil fertility; and Biostimulants to organically feed the fungus, bacteria, and plant alike. What you get is a tremendous recipe to naturally improve your soil, plant health, and growing success.

For anyone that is concerned about our planet’s health, exposure to chemicals, synthetics, or what they consume, GreenEden provides solutions that give you professional grade plant performance. Naturally.

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It begins with Mycorrhiza, 400 million years in the making, and still going strong. One of the main components of plant health for 92% of plant families<1>. Let nature take the lead.

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reference:

<1>Wang, B.; Qiu, Y.L. (2006). “Phylogenetic distribution and evolution of mycorrhizas in land plants” (PDF). Mycorrhiza. 16 (5): 299–363.