What Is Compost Tea?
Compost tea is a liquid produced by leaching soluble nutrients and extracting bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and nematodes from compost. In simple terms, it is a concentrated liquid created by a process to increase the numbers of beneficial organisms as an organic approach to plant development and soil care.
Benefits to Using Compost Teas:
- 100% Natural - Eco Friendly
- Deters Insects and Suppresses Disease-Causing Organisms
- Improves Plant Nutrition by Nutrient Availability to the Root System
- Improves Plant Growth by Improving Nutrient Retention in Soil
- Reduces or Eliminates the Need for Synthetic Pesticides, Herbicides & Fertilizers
- Natural Probiotic that Protects Infection Sites
Reasons Why You Should Compost
Composting your kitchen and yard trimmings helps divert that waste from the landfill, waterways and water treatment facilities
compost provides a balanced slow release of nutrients for the duration of plants growth cycle
feeding your plants with adequate nutrients will improve your own diet and health
significantly reduce pest problems and reduce or eliminate the use of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers
composting saves money
compost improves moisture retention in soil
compost amends both sandy and clay soils
composting is a valuable tool in educating children about nature and the cycle of life