Superworm Insect Frass

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SUPERWORM FRASS? ​ Frass amended soil produces plants that are stronger and more resistant to pests (especially fungal gnats)  ​ Frass boosts beneficial enzymes which stimulate plant defenses and growth  ​ Is effective in controlling root feeding nematode populations ​ Helps control fungal diseases  ​ Stimulates soil biology    Frass is a natural bloom stimulant  ​ Superworm Frass contains chitin, a natural polymer that helps plants produce a healthy immune system and works to prevent plant diseases.   WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CHITIN? ​ Plants exposed to chitin assume they are being eaten by insects and naturally boost their immune systems ​ Chitin naturally strengthens plants' cell walls  ​ It increases plants’ biomass  ​ Changes the soil in a way that is disadvantageous for phytopathogenic organisms.​​ ​ Frass improves soil conditions for beneficial microorganisms so plants can easily thrive  HOW DO I USE SUPERWORM FRASS? ​ Amend soil by mixing 3/4 - 1 cup of Frass per gallon of potting soil      Top dress established plants by spreading 2 tablespoons of Frass around the base of your plants before watering. ​ Root-drench using a half cup of Frass per gallon of water every three to four weeks.​    Compost tea can be made using 10 tablespoons of Frass per 5 gallons of dechlorinated water using an air stone to keep aerated 24 hours prior to use.    Make a foliar spray by mixing 1-2 tablespoons of Frass into 1 gallon of water.  Keep it aerated for an hour and maintain the temperature between 65-75 degrees F. Strain foliar into a spray bottle and mist your plants leaves 30 minutes before lights come on or they are exposed to sunlight.  Best done in the cool of the morning.