Nature's Solution Compost Tea for Soil and Foliar Feeding
Compost tea carries the soluble side of worm castings and compost straight to the root zone or leaf surface. This concentrate is a liquid form of worm castings and compost, packed fresh in a box. It works as a fertilizer that aids nutrient uptake. The label lists trees, roses, lawns, orchids, annuals, perennials, flowers and vegetables. It suits containers as well as beds, indoors or outdoors. Each 2 quart box makes about 2-1/2 gallons of tea at a 4:1 dilution. That means four parts water to one part concentrate. Applied over soil, one box treats roughly 380 square feet for general use. For turf and landscaping, the rate is 5 quarts per 1,000 square feet. That rate supplies about 0.02 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet. Hydroponic and greenhouse reservoirs take one box for every 25 gallons of water. The product is allowed for organic production.
Using a Compost Tea Concentrate Indoors and Out
Use the diluted tea as a soil drench or a foliar spray once a week through the growing season. For broad coverage of beds, lawns and landscapes, apply monthly at the area rates instead. Water lightly after a soil application so the tea spreads through the treated area. Spray leaves early in the morning or late in the day, when light is low. Cover both the tops and undersides of the leaves for even contact. Avoid spraying under strong grow lights or in direct midday sun. In a reservoir, add the concentrate while the pump runs so it disperses evenly. Organic inputs can build up in fine emitters and filters, so check them more often. Rinse screens in recirculating systems on a regular schedule while the tea is in use. Mix only what you plan to apply that day. Store unopened boxes in a cool, dry place out of direct sun. Reseal the package tightly between uses.
Key Features
- Worm Castings and Compost: Concentrated liquid tea.
- 4:1 Dilution: One box makes about 2-1/2 gallons.
- Soil or Foliar: Drench the root zone or spray the leaves.
- Reservoir Use: One box per 25 gallons of water.
- Organic Production: Allowed for organic production.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nature's Solution |
| Type | Liquid compost tea concentrate |
| Source | Worm castings and compost |
| Size | 2 qt |
| Foliar and Drench Dilution | 4 parts water to 1 part tea (2 qt makes 2.5 gal) |
| Soil Coverage | 2 qt per 380 sq ft (36 m2) |
| Turf and Landscape | 5 qt per 1,000 sq ft (0.02 lb N per 1,000 sq ft) |
| Hydroponic Reservoirs | 2 qt per 25 gal water |
| Frequency | Weekly spray or drench; monthly area application |
| Organic Status | Allowed for organic production |
| Packaging | Box |
| Item Number | NTCOMTEA |