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April, 2011

Gardening Tips : What Is Corn Gluten?

Posted on April 29, 2011 |

Corn gluten is a byproduct of the cornmeal milling administer, and it is used as a weed pre-emergent in gardens. Find out how to use corn gluten in a backyard as a fertilizer with thisfree video on farming from the owner of a landscaping company. Expert: Bill Elzey Contact: www.showplacelawns.com Bio: Bill Elzey is the owner and administrator of Showplace Lawns in Austin, Texas. Filmmaker: Todd Green
Video Rating: 4 / 5

Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food (2-Pack) 20oz.

Posted on April 29, 2011 |


Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food (2-Pack) 20oz.

  • 1 – 1 – 4
  • 20 oz. Concentrate
  • by Backyard Safe
  • Grow Tasty Tomatoes, Vegetables, & Herbs

Ingredients:
This product is made from sugar beet roots and helps grow gorgeous, vigorous plants.

Analysis:
Total Nitrogen (N) 1.00%
Available Phosphate (P2O5) 1.00%
Soluble Potash (K2O) 4.00%

Application Recommendations:
Shake vigorously before each use.
Mix Backyard Safe Liquid Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food in water. Water plants throughly with solution every 7-14 days.
Indoors: 1/2 tsp. per quart of water
Outdoors: 1 tsp. per quart of water

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Flora Plugs Rapid Rooter Root Riot Seed Starting Germination Pellets 100CT

Posted on April 27, 2011 |


Flora Plugs Rapid Rooter Root Riot Seed Starting Germination Pellets 100CT

  • A unique starter plug derived from naturally collected tree bark
  • Flora Plugs produce large populations of beneficial microbes to colonize roots
  • Maximizes nutrient uptake for robust and healthy root growth
  • Fantastic for hydroponics and soil gardens
  • Another fantastic product from Flora Hydroponics

Flora Plugs are top of the line seed starters. They are also fantastic for cuttings / clones. Try some today if you want to jump start your backyard!

Product Description

Uniform wicking in a variety of irrigation systems

Maintains optimum water/air ratio

Allows growers to use organics, but will not clog system

Can be autoclaved/sanitized

Biodegradable disposal

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Tilex Mildew Root Penetrator & Remover, Foaming Action 24 fl oz (1.5 pt) 709 ml

Posted on April 25, 2011 |


Tilex Mildew Root Penetrator & Remover, Foaming Action 24 fl oz (1.5 pt) 709 ml

  • Net quantity of 24 fluid ounces
  • Designed to kill and remove tough mildew without hurtful most bathroom surfaces
  • Penetrates and lifts off soap scum with detergent-type ingredients
  • Decolorizes mildew and kills it
  • Safe for use on most bathroom surfaces including grout, glazed ceramic tile, tubs and more

Kills mildew at its roots. Contains no phosphorus.

List Fee: $ 5.49

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Grow an improved lawn with a earth-friendly soil conditioner – Turf Thrive

Posted on April 23, 2011 |

All-natural treatment works fantastic for treatment on all types of grass. Use in conjunction with fertilizer. Turf THRIVE helps convert the soil’s existing nutrients to make more consistent growth. Turf THRIVE consists of a special blend of mycorrhizal fungi and beneficial bacteria. Mycorrhizal fungi with microbial blend restores and situation the natural biological activity in the soil. Mycorrhizal fungi in Turf THRIVE increases and strengthens root systems, requiring less water and making the lawn more tolerant to drought. Chemical free and non-toxic. Safe to use around kids and pets when used as directed.
Video Rating: 0 / 5

Botanicare 5″ Root Guard – 12 Pack

Posted on April 23, 2011 |


Botanicare 5″ Root Guard – 12 Pack

These Root Guards act as a cover to block light and debris from entering the net pots in hydroponic systems. They are designed for use with American Agritech Net Cup Pots.

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Establishing a modified mat nursery for rice

Posted on April 21, 2011 |

A modified mat nursery establishes rice seedlings in a layer of soil mix, prearranged on a firm surface. Seedlings are ready for planting within 15-20 days after seeding. This technique uses less land, can be installed closer to the household than traditional field nurseries, and uses less labor for both transporting seedling mats and replanting. As a upshot, root hurt is minimal even as separating seedlings. For more information go to www.knowledgebank.irri.org Preparing a modified mat nursery Producing healthy seedlings is a challenge many farmers face. To help meet this challenge, scientists from the Global Rice Investigate Institute and the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University — www.tnau.ac.in — in India have urban a best practice in crop establishment: on the rise seedlings in a modified mat nursery. In this video, you will learn how to establish a modified mat nursery, and its repayment and limitations. But first, what is a modified mat nursery? A modified mat nursery establishes seedlings in a layer of soil mix, prearranged on a firm surface. Seedlings are ready for planting within 15 to 20 days after seeding. But what are the advantages of a modified mat nursery over traditional wet-bed field nurseries? First, the modified mat nursery uses less land, and can be established aptly in your own backyard, or in a small section of your main field. It requires less seeds and lower amounts of inputs such as fertilizer and water, thus reducing nursery costs by up to 50

Battery for Dyson DC16 Root 6, DC16 Animal and Issey Miyake Handheld Vacuum 21.6V, 1500mAH

Posted on April 21, 2011 |


Battery for Dyson DC16 Root 6, DC16 Animal and Issey Miyake Handheld Vacuum 21.6V, 1500mAH

  • New Battery for Dyson DC16 Root 6, Animal and DC16 ISSEY MIYAKE, etc.
  • Replacing original Dyson DC16 battery BP01, part # 912433-01, 912433-03, 912433-04
  • High quality, high capacity battery for longer running time.
  • Li-Ion rechargeable battery. Capacity: 1500mAh. Voltage: 21.6V.
  • Warranty: 12 months.

This is a high quality, high capacity replacement battery perfectly fits all Dyson DC-16 series handheld vacuums, including DC16 Root 6, DC16 Animal, and the ISSEY MIYAKE exclusive version. It replaces original Dyson battery BP01, part # 912433-01, 912433-03, 912433-04. Warranty: 6 months. NOTE: This is a generic placement battery. It is not the original OEM battery from Dyson. Warranty service is solely provided by the seller of this product, not by Dyson.

List Fee: $ 79.99

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Worm Farm | Red Worm Bin | Worm Composting | Worm Farming

Posted on April 19, 2011 |

at The Worm Farm you can buy earthworms, redworms, nightcrawlers and dendras for vermicomposting, worm farms and fishing. In addition to earth worms, red worms, European night crawlers and dendras, The Worm Farm also has organic and natural soil amendments and fertilizers for home gardens, specialty growers and commercial agriculture. Our soil and potting mixes map 99% pure worm castings (grown on site from our Eisenia Fetida red worms), mixed with a variety of premium compost, soil amendments and fertilizers. In addition to our standard mixes, we will combine your favorite ingredients to make any special mix you desire. At The Worm Farm, we have over 100 bulk soil amendments to choose from. Learn about our specialty coco mixes for rapid root growth, our balanced NPK formulas for optimum plant growth and budding, how to make compost teas and more… visit our web site or call our office for more information. Our products are available year-around for spring gardens, summer gardens, fall gardens and winter backyard preparation. Northern California growers find an abundant give of potting mixes (urban from 2 decades of feedback from our clients), as well as the opportunity to make their own special mix from our list of over 100 specialty organic or natural soil amendments and fertilizers. Know what you want? We will prepare your mix based on the ingredient percentages you prefer. Need help deciding? We will prepare a mix based upon the optimum ingredients and
Video Rating: 3 / 5

Dyna-Gro Root Gel – 4 Oz.

Posted on April 19, 2011 |


Dyna-Gro Root Gel – 4 Oz.

Dyna-Gro Root-Gel is a unique patented vitamin-hormone gel formulated for the propagation of cuttings, containing IBA, NAA and Vitamin B-1 in a water soluble form, plus just the aptly amount of essential minerals.

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