Tonics — plant anatomy
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Kelp for houseplants and gardens
Discover the majestic marine algae that guides your plants into living their best life! Let's dive into the magical underwater world of kelp and learn the benefits they hold for us, our planet, and the plants we care for. Kelp contains natural plant growth hormones, or phyto-hormones, that act as powerful biostimulants for plants. Unlike synthetic fertilizers formulated to force rapid top growth, biostimulants activate a plant's natural biology by stimulating root cell development and encouraging nutrient uptake.When we add kelp to the soil it naturally stimulates microbes that slowly release nutrients to the root system when they need it most. This...
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Saponins for Houseplants and Garden
What's a saponin? And why does my plant want it?
Saponins are organic chemical compounds found in many plants and seeds (including some of our favorite foods). When applied to plants through foliar or soil treatments, saponins have the unique ability to trick a plant into thinking it’s being attacked. When plants are attacked, they create and release aromas to protect themselves (think lavender and rosemary). This is a plants way of protecting itself as these aromas both deter pests and attract beneficials.
Transforming plant and pest care from chore to ritual.
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