Description
EM1 Soil Conditioner is the perfect product to create a vibrant and diverse garden environment. With a huge array of applications EM-1® can help solve many problems in the garden, including pest and disease control and also improve soil fertility and plant health.
Healthy soils require diverse microbial activity to break down organic matter and fertilizer inputs to promote a healthy environment for plants. EM® is a certified organic, microbial inoculant that provides a broad spectrum of microorganisms, enzymes, vitamins, and various organic acids which are all essential components for healthy soils and plants. They will support the growth of other important components including mycchorrizae, earth worms, and insects already in your soil
California Department of Food and Agriculture Listed for Organic Operations. (CDFA OIM) USDA Certified Biobased Product Certified Organic by CCOF, OMRI List.
The host of beneficial microbes, including photosynthesizing bacteria, multiple strains of lactic acid bacteria, yeasts and more help break down organic matter in the soil, turning it into food for plants and releasing essential minerals like nitrogen.
In the soil, photosynthetic bacteria. have been shown to increase root growth, and produce sugars that feed other beneficial bacteria. On the leaf surface, they produce phytohormones, protective molecules that increase growth while helping plants defend against environmental stresses, reducing the risk of root rot, temperature stress, pest attack and diseases.
EM-1® was developed by agricultural Professor Dr. Teruo Higa in the 1980's and his research resulted in finding the most Effective Microorganisms® that work together to create the perfect environment for health and productivity.
Dilute EM-1 using the recommended ratio in 1 gallon of water and use as a drench or foliar spray throughout the growing season.
Lawns and Grass:
Frequency: Every 1 - 4 Weeks
Dosage: 1:100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
Fruit Trees and Shrubs:
Frequency: Every 2 - 4 Weeks
Dilution: 1: 100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
Vegetables and Flowers:
Frequency: Every 1 - 2 Weeks
Dilution: 1: 100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
Seeds and Seedlings
Frequency: Once Per Week
Dilution: 1: 100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
* Soak seeds for up to 60 min before planting
Cut Flowers
Frequency: Once Per Week
Dilution: 1: 100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
Hydroponics (water)
Frequency: Once Per Week
Dilution: 1: 1000 ( 0.8 tsp / Gallon )
Hydroponics (substrate)
Frequency: Once Per Week
Dilution: 1: 3-5 ml /cup