Harris Worm Castings Organic Fertilizer - Soil Superfood for Houseplants, Flowers, and Vegetables, 4qt, 5lb Bag

Harris Worm Castings are the waste by-product that earthworms produce after eating nutrient-rich organic matter e.g., leaves, plants, fruit. Often considered the "superfood of gardening", worm castings contain organic material beneficial for all your gardening needs. In addition, worm castings improve soil structure, water retention and drainage. They are extremely water absorbent, able to hold 2-3 times their weight in moisture. Added to soil or potting mixes, worm castings actually improve soil structure and can help increase plant yield and size. It can be used alone or with other gardening soils to enhance growth. DIRECTIONS AS A PLANTING MIX Blend 1 part worm castings to 7 parts potting medium . Plant or seed as normal Water and drain as needed. Within 7-10 days after planting, begin your regular fertilizer program as needed or recommended HOUSEPLANTS AND CONTAINER PLANTS - INDOOR OR OUTDOOR . Chose appropriate container Sprinkle 12 to 1 inch on surface of your potting medium . Gently stir into soil Plant as normal Water and drain as needed. Within 7-10 days after planting, begin your regular fertilizer program as needed or recommended LAWNS, FLOWER BEDS, HERB & VEGETABLE GARDENS, TREES & SHRUBS Add earthworm castings at a rate of 12 to 1 inch or 2-2.5 pounds per 10 sq.ft. Incorporate them into the top few inches of soil at planting Repeat 1-2 times per season COMPOSTING Apply a 1/8-to 1/4-inch layer of earthworm castings between each layer of compost materials Enrich your bin with fresh castings every two to three months NOTE: Wash hands thoroughly after handling any soil medium. Dusts may be irritating. Use caution to not contact eyes directly. Store unused product in a dry place inaccessible to children and pets. INGREDIENTS: 100% Vermicompost