Frequently Asked Questions
Soil amendments are materials added to soil to improve its physical or chemical properties, helping plants grow better by enhancing drainage, aeration, nutrient content, or microbial activity.
Dry amendments work slowly, releasing nutrients over time as they break down in the soil, while liquid fertilisers deliver nutrients quickly and directly to plant roots.
Dry amendments are typically derived from natural sources and support long-term soil health, making them ideal for organic growing systems.
Our amendments are made entirely from plant-based and mineral sources, with no animal by-products used in any of our formulations.
Our ingredients are naturally sourced and free from synthetic chemicals, pesticides, and GMOs, aligning with organic growing principles.
Yes, all our amendments are safe for use on edible plants, vegetables, herbs, and fruit crops when used as directed.
Dry amendments build long-term soil fertility and structure, whereas liquids offer faster results. Used together, they complement each other perfectly.
Yes, dry amendments can be used in indoor containers and pots, though we recommend starting with smaller quantities and monitoring plant response.
When stored correctly in a cool, dry place, our amendments have a long shelf life and remain effective for several years.
Performance & Benefits
Yes, organic dry amendments add humus and organic matter over time, improving soil aggregation, aeration, and water retention.
Some amendments can influence pH. For example, basalt and wollastonite have a mild liming effect, while others are pH neutral. Check individual product pages for details.
Yes, improving organic matter content with dry amendments helps break up compacted soils and improves drainage over time.
Yes, by improving soil fertility and structure, dry amendments create the conditions for healthier plants and higher yields over successive growing seasons.
Healthy, well-nourished soil supports stronger plants that are naturally more resilient to pests and diseases, though amendments are not a direct pesticide or fungicide.
Absolutely. Dry amendments are ideal for no-till systems — simply top-dress and allow soil biology and rainfall to incorporate them naturally.
Plant-based amendments such as alfalfa meal, soyabean meal, and flaxseed meal all contribute organic matter as they break down in the soil.
By providing a food source for bacteria and fungi, dry amendments stimulate microbial activity, which in turn releases nutrients in plant-available forms and builds long-term soil health.
Application & Use
Simply mix the recommended amount into the top layer of soil or compost before planting, or top-dress around existing plants and water in well.
Yes, many of our amendments are designed to be used in combination. Refer to our product guides for recommended blending ratios.
Absolutely. Top-dressing is one of the most effective ways to apply dry amendments, especially for established plants and no-dig growing systems.
Yes, mixing amendments into potting soil before planting is ideal for container growing, ensuring nutrients are evenly distributed throughout the root zone.
Yes, you can apply dry amendments around the base of existing plants as a top-dressing, then water in to begin the nutrient release process.
Yes, watering after application helps activate the amendments and begin the breakdown process, making nutrients available to plant roots sooner.
Yes, dry amendments and compost teas work well together. The amendments feed the soil biology that compost teas help to proliferate.
A soil test is helpful but not essential. Our products are formulated to be broadly beneficial, though a test can help you tailor your approach more precisely.
Yes, though they are most effective when soil temperatures are warm enough to support microbial activity. Autumn applications can prepare soil for the following growing season.
Ingredients & Composition
Our blends contain a carefully selected mix of plant-based meals and minerals, including ingredients such as alfalfa meal, soyabean meal, flaxseed meal, basalt, and wollastonite depending on the product.
NPK ratios vary by product. Each product page lists the specific NPK values so you can choose the right amendment for your plants' needs.
Some of our products support microbial activity by providing organic matter that feeds existing soil biology, though we do not add live microbial inoculants directly.
No. All our products are free from synthetic additives, fillers, and artificial preservatives.
We commonly use basalt rock dust and wollastonite, which provide a broad spectrum of trace minerals and help improve soil structure and pH balance.
Yes, all ingredients used in our products are non-GMO.
Our ingredients are minimally processed to preserve their natural nutrient profiles, typically ground or milled to optimise surface area for soil integration.