Superworm Insect Frass

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SUPERWORM FRASS?

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• Frass amended soil produces plants that are stronger and more resistant to pests (especially fungal gnats) 

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• Frass boosts beneficial enzymes which stimulate plant defenses and growth 

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• Is effective in controlling root feeding nematode populations

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• Helps control fungal diseases 

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• Stimulates soil biology 

• Frass is a natural bloom stimulant 

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• 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?

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• Plants exposed to chitin assume they are being eaten by insects and naturally boost their immune systems

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• Chitin naturally strengthens plants' cell walls 

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• It increases plants’ biomass 

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• Changes the soil in a way that is disadvantageous for phytopathogenic organisms.​​

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• Frass improves soil conditions for beneficial microorganisms so plants can easily thrive 

HOW DO I USE SUPERWORM FRASS?

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• 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.

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• 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.