The most beneficial soil amendment for gardens and farms are produced by worms. If fact, the value organic black worm castings add to the solid surpasses any type of fertilizer. Loaded with beneficial microorganisms, worm castings continuously build soil fertility. They also contain significant amounts of humate and organic matter which are very important to the health of the soil and plants.
These amazing creatures also produce worm juice, which contains tons of microorganisms. When added to the soil they help the plant stay healthy, ward off diseases, produce more fruits and vegetables, bigger and better flowers, and have the ability to improve the soil.
The tea can also be added to hydroponic systems and greenhouses.
All over the world, Organic growers have been using black worm castings and VermaPlex to achieve bigger and better organic crops.
From farms to backyard gardens, tomatoes are one of the most grown plants. But to create big, beautiful, great tasting tomatoes, it takes more than just putting seeds in the dirt and hopping for the best.
“Start with great soil and a healthy plant. Although it sounds simple, you can eliminate most of your tomato growing challenges with these simple mandates. Well-amended soil, full of rich compost and other organic material can be your secret weapon to having the best tomatoes around.” Growing a Greener World.
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Getting Started
To get the best result when growing tomatoes, plant seeds in a 5 to 1 ratio of good soil and black worm castings. Press down lightly.
Make an indention on top of the soil and place about an inch of worm castings. Then place your tomato seeds in the hole.
Cover the seeds and water with a 20 to 1 ratio of VermaPlex and water. To prevent evaporation, you can cover with plastic.
Place in a warm place. VermaPlex encourage seeds to sprout faster, so check for sprouts often.
As soon as you notice plantings, place them in good light.
After the first leaves have grown on the tomato plants, apply a mix of 1 gallon of water with 4 to 6 ounces of VermaPlex.
Before transplanting the seedling into the final container or garden, transplant them into a container, leaving only the top third of the plant above the soil. This encourages the plant to grow strong thick stems.
Water with a mixture of 2 ounces of VermaPlex to one gallon over water every 1 to 2 weeks. Throughout the growing season, scatter worm castings around the tomato plants.