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I just want to thank you once again for the video.I started using it months ago and my lawn has never been so healthy and green even when we use to have a professional lawn care service. I did modify the formula at my own risk last month to accommodate my backyard garden as well. Instead of superthrive I substituted it for a product called AgroThrive. I waited for it to rain a day before then applied the formula. What I notice is I have to cut the grass every 5 days and increase yield to my garden. Even with this Texas heat, lawn and garden are not so stress out like before. It's TRUE a healthy root system is the key!
I've added this to my irrigation and fertilization routine and my St. Augustine is still rocking in the middle of this crazy Texas heat. No lawn on my block looks like mine this year.
@@lakecityransom I did this treatment 1 more time sheet this and it really retained a lot of water. I cut watering in half, but the mid-atlantic states got a lot of rain. So I'm not 100% sure. I did treat my new seed I planted and it grew very strong. I will do this again in late spring.
So, i staryed doing this this year, after seeing the video in the summer, as it was burning out from the heat. I modified the amounts, put it in the small yard sprayer, and added a beer and a teaspoon of Dawn dish soap. I found other simular formulas and just combined the best ones. MAN, DOES MY YARD LOOK SO MUCH BETTER. I add this to my yards about every 3 weeks. Thank you, what an improvement. Its so much thicker and greener. Looking forwars to seeing how it handles weeks over 95°.
Several years ago, they featured something like this on This Old House, which they called a "Lawn Tea" using Kelp, coffee grinds and several other ingredients. This looks so much easier with similiar benefits. I really needed to apply this several weeks ago, but will certainly apply in the next two weeks before we hit the fall reseeding season.
I really enjoy your videos. Thank you. I needed to break your application rate down for my own yard size. Hopefully I did it right and it helps others. 8 fl. oz (1 cup) of sea kelp per 4 gallons for 2500-3000 sq ft in the video 4 fl. oz per 2 gallons for 1500 sq ft 2 fl. oz per 1 gallon for 750 sq ft so ~ .3 cups per gallon for 1000 sq ft = ~2.5 oz per gallon for 1000 sq ft = 5 Tablespoons per gallon for 1000 sq ft
Curious if you have any updates on your spray results for the year. I sprayed every 2 weeks adding chelates iron every other spray. I used a finer spray to try to enhance foliar absorption. Must say the lawn looked its best ever this year Couldn’t find definite information whether humic is absorbed by foliage or only via soil drench In my opinion the humic really helped with iron uptake and the lawn greened up beautifully There’s such controversy out there about using any of this so I would love to know your opinion . I plan on doing it again in 2022. In addition to the reduced heat stress I saw a marked improvement in reduced soil compaction Mid Atlantic lawn with a TTTF restoration in progress Thank you for all your amazing content
Great video and recipe. I've been using organic lawn and garden products for 16 years now, but hadn't seen this particular recipe before. I live in South Texas where we have brutally hot summers which can be tough on our St Augustine lawns. Thanks for posting links to these products as well. I ordered the humic acid and kelp. I'll definitely be using this recipe later this week. Thank you amigo and have a great week!
Thank you so much for all of your tips! I sprayed your formula on my lawn about 6 weeks ago, and after just two weeks, it looked amazing!! My lawn has never looked better! Thank you! Now the Texas summer heat is bearing down on us and my lawn is not being able to stand the heat. Despite watering, the lawn is not looking as good. How often should I/can I add your mix to my St. Augustine lawn?
So glad it helped. I appreciate the feedback. Here in Mass we are having an extremely hot summer, very intense sun daily and little rain. I try to spray once per month in conditions like this for us, for you you may need to do it every three weeks. This is a very tough year and many neighbors lawns are very damaged, I have some spots and areas that are having a tough time but the mix is definitely helping. Hopefully temps drop a little for everyone, this is rough! Hope this helps.
@@SilverCymbal THANK YOU for getting back with me so quickly!! I will plan on adding it every three weeks. I have also noticed some areas where a few of the blades are yellowing, but not a ground level, about an inch from the ground. I noticed it about a week ago and its just in a few areas. Am I overwatering?
Just want to say excellent presentation video 📹 . Formula works last yr my lawn was burned-out toast now after 2 applications of your recipe its thriving no rain for 4 days still hanging strong.
I just buy Milorganite and Lowes Sta-Green. They both have Iron for the dark green color. I use half the 5000 Sq ft Sta-Green. 2500 Sta-Green and one 2500 bag of Milorganite. It's stays drought tolerant here in Minnesota. August is our drought month when grass grows dormant. I do like this video but don't want to buy all that equipment. I do use fish meal for tomatoes. Looks so nice in Florida but I'm staying here in Liberal Lakes, Minnesota.
Useful, I will have to calculate the US to UK gallons based on the US Ratio stated on the video. We have 8 pints to a gallon in the UK, our pints are bigger than US pints by 20.8 %. I remember that buying a Guinness on 5th Avenue in NY in 2002, 5 Dollars a US pint UK Pint was 21% more liquid and even in the south of England was about £2.50 a pint then ,the ER was 1.53 $ to the pound so UK Guinness was 3.83$ and English pint!!! US Beer expensive!! 👍
Matt, if I'm applying T-Nex PGR, is it okay to apply this "cocktail" and combine / mix it in along with the T-Nex in the same sprayer to kill two birds with one stone?
I already apply humic acid in a granular form every two weeks so most likely if you do the same thing you can bypass the liquid method. I would also suggest adding six or more ounces of a quality surfactant to help break the water tension for better absorption by the leaves..
For general spraying, I use a 12v automotive battery with a 12v utility pump, hooked up to a garden hose and nozzle. Pumping out of a standard 5 gal bucket. Also use soil probiotics with beneficial soil bacteria (Bacillus), i.e. B. subtilis, B. licheniformis, B. megaterium, B. mucilaginosus, B. laterosporus, photosynthetic bacteria, Actinomycetes, B. cereus, B.amyloliquefaciens, B. pumilus and mycorrhizal fungi (primarily Trichoderma). Soil bacteria are better as they are more resilient to adverse environmental changes. Organic fertilizer is added last.
Reading through other comments, the mixture covers 2800-3000 sqft and can be applied once monthly starting in June, although I, personally would start apps in May. Silver Cymbal said in another comment that he applies when temps are steadily 75.
How long after applying can you water your lawn or mow the lawn? Also we're coming into the beginning of August is it too late to apply this? very nicely explained and very straightforward. Keep them coming this is about the 5 video that has helped me out. Hat off to you my friend
Another nice video and I thank you for your thoughts and efforts sharing with me. May I offer a suggestion: add chemicals to the water, then slightly mix/agitate. You will eliminate foam and chemical odor emissions. You can also add your solution into a hose end strayer for easy application too. Thank you again!!
Retired and moved from a Townhme in the Big City Suburb to a Lake Resort in Wisc...The Cottage Home we bought has a nice Landscaped Front yard with about 1500 sq ft of Lawn and he had been using Lake Water thru using a Water Pump and a 1" PVC line in the Lake and "waters His Lawn with this " Once a Month.In Spring ( May) is Scotts Weed & Feed with Crab Grass Pre-E. Next Month ( June) is Milnorginate and He Only Trimmed the Grass not cut it shore, leaving Min 2-3" height with using a Nice Manual Reel LM..Nice and Quite and cuts Nice..He left all his Garden and Lawn stuff , nicely Stacked in Clear Containers and Shelving( Before he and his Wife moved ot the Home In the Clearwater area for yr round .. and This Lawn has a Watering system with a Timer.. The wife an I were 55 when we retired( he was 60 ) and its been 5 yrs now and the Lawn and Bushes are doing just fine ! Its that Lake Water with Fish and some Seeweed in it , that makes the differnce with the Milnorginte and watering 1/2" every week when It doesn't rain.. Weed & Feed in the Fall and Spring to keep dandelines out and Neighbors Weedy Lawns, most of the other summer Home owners don't take care of their Lawns and full of Weeds and Creeping Charlie..our duble wide Gravel drive and 5 ft of Mulching Landscaping on the other 3 sides of our Yard helps keep neighbors yards weeds out of ours.. Got Fungus a Few times and use Specricide PreMixed Bottle with a Garden Hose did the trick! Got Grubs 2 seasons and Used Grub Killer and did the trick.. Best of Luck..
Hahaha Too funny! I can totally relate. I could be on my knees crawling on my lawn trying to pick out little weeds. One even stopped to ask me what I was doing. 🤣
No brother you're normal just wait until mid July when there grass is stressing out & yours is deep blue green. Come outside with your favorite beverage ☕ & just look over your landscape & smile 😃
Quick Quest - Im in the middle of Killing all weeds (Tenacity, Surfactant, Dye etc) and my lawn is uneven - Im leveling the lawn next with Topsoil(no sand) - Do I at the same time - Apply My Perennial Rye Grass Blend - or wait and Level and Water lawn first - then apply my Perennial Rye Grass?
Hydretain works well. Comes in liquid or granular form. I also apply holganix. Price isn't too had since I only treat about 1800 sq ft of lawn. And they both dilute with water per instructions. But... I'm gonna try your formula next summer. Seems great
I can’t wait to try this!, I do have a sprinkler system and you’re right , water is not enough, I have a few hot spots on my lawn, that kinda yellow up or a deep golden color, I have just a couple of questions for you 1)after application how long before I see results? 2)How often do I apply this formula? Once a week , month? Thanks for the vid!
Remember the primary reason for this formula is to help against heat stress, not necessarily to restore your lawn but this will definitely help that too over time. Not a miracle cure but a mix that keeps your grass looking good and I do see results usually with 3 weeks but the biggest benefit is that it keeps my lawn green with my neighbors aren't and keeps things better longer and helps the overall turf. I only apply this once a month during the hotter months (over 75 degrees, most of the day) with good results. Thanks for watching and the comment.
Love your videos! As a fellow mass resident who always has a burnt lawn with poor irrigation, I'm hoping this does the trick. I will report back feedback later this summer.!
another thing i left out to cut grass high leaving it at 4-8 inches will help to cool of providing self shade on a smaller scale and not burning and yellowing it out at 3 inches and 1 inch causing stress and to die, as well to increase fast thicker growth needing more water ,,, its more naturally ,the closer to more naturally the better, even watering if you study how it rains stops ,slows down and starts again, or waits 2 or three days later consistant rains means change of weather soon fall spring summer
I really appreciate that. That is a very nice comment. No I don't I am just a homeowner like you and that wanted to have good results and NOT pay others or spend a lot of money. I have always helped people but RUclips lets me do it in a different way. I appreciate you watching my videos.
@@SilverCymbal I'm sure I speak for most of not all here when I say how appreciative I am of your generosity and willingness to share. It has rubbed off on me some. Thanks! Judging by your RUclips handle I take it you're a drummer? Bass player here. 🎶
Great information, thank you. I've been mixing up dry humic and kelp and spraying at 8oz/k², this looks easier. Just to clarify - you're using 4 gallons on 2,500 sq ft??? This is really heavy since the manufacture suggests 2 to 4 oz/k². I don't mind putting it on heavy, just wanted to make sure you're using successfully on 2,500 and not 25,000 sq ft...
That is correct, sometimes if I really step up my pace I will get closer to 4,000 sq ft but I try to aim for 2500-3000 of turf coverage with this amount.
Also meant to add that dry humic acid works very well also. Especially if you want to focus on the soil. This formula is a nice all in one that can help with the stress and still provide some other benefits.
@@gordonhutchinson529 You certainly may get some benefit but these products and concentrations have worked well for me. Other ones may too, but the price of these and amount you get along with the fact they work will have me sticking with these for a while.
Thanks for the great video. Did you consider using GSPlant Foods Root Ruckus Product? It contains both the Sea Kelp and Humic Acid. Might be a better option for those with a smaller yard who don’t want to spend as much on large product quantities.
Can I apply JUST the diluted kelp, without Humic Acid or Superthrive? I'm already applying granular humic acid to the soil on a regular basis but I see a huge advantage to getting a liquid kelp onto the grass itself. What are your thoughts SC? Keep up the great work. You're helping tons of DIY'ers just like me.
Thank you very much. Yes you can absolutely apply just the sea kelp and still gain all the kelp benefits. If you are applying humic others ways that is totally fine. Thanks for the nice words.
@@Nas_JO I'm applying granular fertilizer, granular humic and biochar (HumiChar), and then spraying liquid kelp, all on a staggered cadence, usually every 4-6 weeks. I apply my granulars prior to watering or rainfall. I spray kelp at the end of a warm dry evening and don't water for an additional 24hrs. I would like to note though, that I have since learned and bought into the logic that liquid humic (and all other boosters for that matter) obsorb better and faster in liquid form. SC DOES have the best process, I just wasn't ALL IN on liquids until now. Probably going to finish out the granular product I have now and revert to SC's process he show's here. This is what made me a believer ruclips.net/video/IXBQQR9WVJI/видео.html
After spraying / applying solution can you please advise on watering, do you water immediately after or do you have to wait a designated period of time before watering?
Thank you. This mix has given me some incredible results. I watered year after year and still had issues before using this. I am on a well so the water is pretty much unlimited and it still wasn't rough. Glad this was helpful.
@@Fdnymedic40 do it monthly when daytime temps average over 80, usually 2-3 times during he summer. Even if you do it less there is still benefit but this gave the best results while being affordable, Kelp: amzn.to/2It5ZJT - Superthrive: amzn.to/2It654d - Humic Acid: amzn.to/2WyMABa - Sprayer: amzn.to/2IslQIJ
Thankyou for your expertise. The sun ( heat ) has browned or scorched diverse areas of my lawn. My lawn was once totally a rich-green luster but some area's that dam sun has taken its toll upon my lawn... so my question is can I bring back the lawn-parts that the sun has damaged or what else can I do to restore my lawn back to its rich green original luster?
Thanks for all the info on your lawn. Can’t wait to try this to see how my lawn takes it. Trying the Tenacity for my weeds this week! Have a great summer!!
Thank you for the feedback and for trying these I think you will have great results. I try all the losing products and only put the ones that work in my videos. Thanks again
What is the recommended application frequency of this mixture? For example, once per month? Also, is it recommended to water the lawn immediately afterwards? Thanks!
Thanks for providing the informative videos! I bought all three ingredients & mixed up my first batch today for my reel low KBG! Already found the answer to my question in the comments (how often to apply)! Thanks again!
Thank you very much, it really saves you in the long run and plus you get to control when and what you apply which is nice too. Thanks again and best of luck with your lawn.
Thanx for this. Your mix is... a teaspoon per 4 gallon super thrive. A cup per 4 gallon liquid kelp and 3 cups per 4 gallon humic acid. I intend to add liquid iron to my mix, what percentage or how many cups do you think that should be? (Also im leaving my mix concentrated and using a hose end sprayer to apply)
Great question and I would like to know as well. I know that you can put the kelp and Humic down at least once a month (sometimes more if you like), but I don’t know about the vitamin.
When temps start top go over 75-80 for most of the day I will apply this once a month. You can do it more often but this will give a good result and still keep costs under control.
Silver Cymbal , do you let this dry on the grass blades or water it in? The directions on my humic acid day to water it in after application, but I've read that sea kelp is best left on the blades...? Thanks, keep the great content coming!
Hi, you say add 24 oz of Humic Acid, which is 6 oz per gallon. The label on Humic Acid, however, says Optimal concentration 2 oz per gallon, Maximum concentration 4 oz per gallon. Please confirm that you use 6 oz per gallon with no negative effect on the lawn. Thank you.
@@abansalify thank you for your response. I did apply your formula and I see my grass healthier. It is 90+ degrees now and dry in Northern NJ. I think my grass would have been dead by now (despite me watering) if it wasn't for your solution. Great many thanks!
Already figured this all out. I just can't afford the expensive stuff I also use liquid iron and recently I've discovered mossex. I mix it with water and put 2 oz of my sprayer along with the kelp and humic acid been working very well. I have found that a hose-end sprayer works much better to evenly spread the recipe
Thats funny. I use the same exact mixture of products, the only difference is I use the sea kelp with fish. I apply it late evening right after a mow when the sun is down so it can sit overnight and then water it in early in the morning. GS Plant foods Humic is less than 8% of actual humic, it is not mentioned on the label nor is it mentioned on the companies website. I had to inquire with the company owner to find out, not pleased with a company that purposely withholds info. I will be trying the Humic12 by N-ext
@@myreplysucks7984 ... Cool. Thanks. Just trying to make it through the summer. Come fall, l will be doing the whole 9 yards. Aeration, dethatche, etc.
OMG 😱 😱😱😱 I just ordered those organic products. I'm trying to move away from the synthetics. Guys its all about your soil your turf will only go as far of what's in your soil. There is a great product that cost less and one the best kept secrets..... Medina I'm using it all summer to prepare for next season. My dirt comes first. As always great video 📹 👍
Thanks for the great content. I have been working at home for the first time in life. With the saved gas money, I have been able really up my lawn game. Your videos have been a great help. I have bought many of the products you feature and have had great results. I just received everything mentioned in this video (including the sprayer). My temps are just starting to warm up in the NW, so I am holding off for a couple more weeks. Ha even bought my own measuring cups to keep the peace with the Kitchen folks. Cheers
I’m in Houston Texas . Summer is here . Temperatures are really hot and humid . My lawn is st Agustine. Can I use this wonderful mix ? And if I do when is the best time to apply ? Do i water before or after ? Ty keep up the great work .
Yes you can definitely use it and it should be very beneficial for you. You don't need to water before or after. Its best to spray it on and have it stay on the grass for 24 hours before water so it is absorbed. Its ok if rain happens it still works into the soil but ideally the drying time works well.
Hey, great job !! Very good video. You should be commended for coming up with your own formula. However , im just a little fuzzy on the amount to use for my area.. My lawn is just under 1400 square ft...nice size for where i am, but alot smaller than what you're doing. Do i just mix up the 4 gallons and then spray the lawn till its all wet, or do i reduce the amount of the.additives..? I understand the amound of each are not exactly critical but my area is alot smaller . Im in the northeast and can hear my grass screaming already !! Love to try it. Again, well done !!
Thank you for the nice comment. For your sq footage. I would just cut everything in 1/2. Reduce each component in 1/2 which makes it easy. Add them to your sprayer and then fill it up to 2 gallons instead of 4. This should be enough for 1250-1500 sq feet. You can apply a little less or a little more, it will not harm the lawn. I found that my amounts give the best results without being wasteful so dont worry if you are off a bit. Hope this helps.
Question sir..i have a acre lawn. Just got done with my first treatment. Ended up using almost 50 gallon of your product using 25 gallon tow behind sprayer. Used almost 2.5 gallon humic acid in one treatment! Can I decrease humic acid to 2 cup per 4 gallon? That would save quite a bit. As it is it's gonna cost me over $70 per treatment..thats a bit much. Also used almost a gallon of kelp. Thanks
Instead of diluting the mixuture to create 4 gallons, can I used a sprayer that mixes it when attached to a hose? If so, what setting should I use (gallons per minute)?
Thanks for the info and formula!! Have you done a video on when it’s a good idea to dethatch a small lawn? When and what’s the best but least harmful way to do it? If not, would you please? My NC tall fescue lawn hasn’t ever been dethatched and think it might be smothered. I plug aerate every fall before overseeding and put down pre emergent. Thank you!
Is this something you can do late summer to help with your fall treatments and help for winter or is this really a summer heat only method? I live in New England and I just have some areas that are just super hard to keep grass so my thought is doing this pre over seeding, aerating and other fall items. Thanks!
I use 532 or 632 ,,once a month in spring only,applications are best done at evening before sun is setting,,before that In fall I spread calcium magnesium limestone once a month, sold in home depot for 6$ for a large amount bag,this is best done before it rains, also sulfur at $6 spread once a month at different time either water or rain,,use before summer,, the other is to deeply water before the summer 3 times a week, or use rain water,,,, so when summers here you can water 2 a week ,, watering must be done evening when sun is setting all the time,,, harvesting rain water,,rainwater is best, this will keep your grass cool like a camel in the desert,,, partial shade also helps planting small trees, the wind will make the branches seem like a fan,,,the green look is iron and coloring in water either aqua green blue or green, will help, to much iron or water will yellow it out on iron will damage roots in long-term,,,,, that's all you need
Good info. I been researching the best times to water and it looks to be the early AM due to mold and other related issues that are caused by watering in the evening. Any thoughts?
morning it will cause humility with sun if sunny and will damage your grass plants and trees the water wont soak in the dirt in time,,grass likes a deep mixer of dirt in its water it takes it in and cool water ,morning time its racing itself with a mix that the grass does not like ,, it may be shaded area for whatever reason ,, shaded areas cause mold and over watering as well,shaded areas at a certain time meaning the suns movement at time, they need less water and sometimes a different time of watering like early in the evening,, thats why sprinkler systems are regulated by goverment, water restrictions
Hi. I love all your videos. I just purchased the 3 ingredients and I have a couple of questions. Today is May 11, 2020, when should I put it down for the summer heat? Is it just one application or do you keep putting it down over the summer? And finally, do you have to water it in after applying. Thanks so much. Take care, be safe. Bill from Worcester Massachusetts
Still no answer. 11 0038 Jul 22, just saw the video and was wondering the same thing. Thought, Oh I'm sure someone has the same question, and here it is, of course he decided not to answer, was quick to put a disclaimer though.
Hey Gary from worc county also. Before summer hits out down Anderson pgf complete 16-4-8. You can put this spray mixture on days 80 and below. Not on days we've been having of high humidity. It will be to much stress on lawn. After spraying this stuff wait a good 24 hrs before watering so grass will suck in mixture and dry
Thank you for this review this is awesome. My only question is would it be a good idea to combine this formula with liquid iron and spray it all down together at once?? Thanks!
May i suggest, like some others do....a colored dye...prob a shade of blue?....when you apply this solution . It helps to see areas u coated when u use a hand, backpack or push tank sprayer, no spots missed. Tow behi d sprayers are more forgiving w wide booms to overlap. Seems pros use a food coloring or some other dye that washes away a few days later in the rain, no permanent dye on lawn or landscaping. I like that battery powered backpack sprayer....reasons why, besides easier to carry, and battery pump...it gives an EvEN spray pattern, vs hand pump that decreases gradually until u pump it back up. The BEST... feature is that large capacity inline mesh filter. WAY TOO OFTEN manual pump sprayers get debris stuck in the nozzles or in the wand, lot of wasted time cleaning it out , that mesh filter is the perfect design. Looks well designed.
I'm in Northeast Ohio. I purchased Sea Kelp. When should I apply it? April? May, June? July? Morning or evening? Before a rain or when no rain is expected?
Thank you for the great video, one question: Can you also apply the same treatment to trees? I planted a row of 12 Leyland Cypress last fall and they seem to be doing fine; however, there are a couple of them that could use a boost to look as vigorous as the rest.
Do u have to water it in when using backpack? I've seen some others say if you use a hose end u don't but if u spray with a tank you should water it in. Also Hydratane is really good for summer heat ,especially here in Florida
Not at all, for this one just spray it on and give it 24 hours to work through the grass blades and you can then go back to regular mowing, watering, etc.
I noticed you used alot of humic acid. I believe the label on the recommended product is 2 ounces per 1000 sf of lawn. I think you are using 6 ounces per. Are you premixing with water or are you just using more than what is recommended? Thanks for the great video.
Yes I am using about 6 ounces for this application. Humic acid isn't like fertilizer and won;t ever burn and honestly most products really under apply to state that they can go further. In my experience this formula with this product worked perfectly for these applications.
I’ve heard of people using 12 or more without any issues... it expensive but works great. Really is not much of a dosage ceiling for humic from what I know.
How about putting down a 11-7-18 fertilizer? 18% Potassium should really help the grass withstand summer heat. At least what I have read here for Scandinavia. They recommend to fertilize 1 time before end of June and I am thinking of putting down the strong Potassium fertilizer that is slow release and water it in tomorrow.
I've recently stumbled across your videos and I can't stop watching everything that you have up. I have been working hard on a two-year-old backyard of grass and had soil tests done and Rutgers soil lab telling me which fertilizer and when to apply and it has come out great but we are subject to high heat in New Jersey and I want to use this secret recipe. the one question I have is I can mix this liquid formula and apply it containing humic acid but in a more recent video you have humic DG which is granular so should I put that down and then make my liquid mixture just sea kelp and superthrive and apply everything on the same day?
Do you think adding a small amount of anti-foam to the mixture would be beneficial in reducing foam the foam up? I’m definitely going to give this a try! Great tip! 👍🏻😊
I know, I always hate the foam. I try to keep my videos clean but what I usually end up doing is slowly adding the water and allowing the foam to just run over the sprayer and then cap it from there. I haven't ever used those anti-foaming agents and probably wouldn't both and just keep it easier for you. It settles down on its own too. Thanks again for the support and watching.
Silver Cymbal You might give it a try sometime 🤷♂️. Just a tiny bit of it negates the foam instantly plus it sprays better and cleaner through the sprayer. A small bottle of it goes a looong way 😊
How soon after applying do you water the lawn? I’ve read that watering right after applying humid acid helps move it into the root zone, but advised against watering right after applying liquid kelp so that it can stick to the blades and absorb. Since both are in this mix, what do you do?
Just 24 hours is fine, and apply it to dry grass. Usually the end of a hot day is great, let it stay on there for one day or more and water after. Best stuff I ever made myself really given me the edge without paying a fortune for other products. Kelp: amzn.to/2It5ZJT - Superthrive: amzn.to/2It654d - Humic Acid: amzn.to/2WyMABa - Sprayer: amzn.to/2IslQIJ
@@nickturbide9473 I'm in South Texas where our brutally hot/humid summer climate is similar to yours in Florida. I have a St Augustine lawn which has been thriving on organic products for the past 16 years. I'm gonna try the organic recipe that SC posted here, as I've used the 3 ingredients he listed here individually in the past with good success. Anyway, I'll stick my neck out here and say yes to your question about receiving same beneficial results to St Augustine lawn in Coastal Florida. Just my .02, but hopefully SC will chime in.
*Thank you for watching, please thumbs up and subscribe. The products used in my formula are all listed in the description* but here are some quick links:
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How often do you apply?
I like to apply this monthly when daytime temps are 75 and above for most of the day
Thank you. Can l use this mixture in addition to my fertilization?
Can I mix this and place it in one of those bottles that you attach to a hose?
I just want to thank you once again for the video.I started using it months ago and my lawn has never been so healthy and green even when we use to have a professional lawn care service.
I did modify the formula at my own risk last month to accommodate my backyard garden as well. Instead of superthrive I substituted it for a product called AgroThrive. I waited for it to rain a day before then applied the formula. What I notice is I have to cut the grass every 5 days and increase yield to my garden. Even with this Texas heat, lawn and garden are not so stress out like before. It's TRUE a healthy root system is the key!
What made you switch from superthrive?
I've added this to my irrigation and fertilization routine and my St. Augustine is still rocking in the middle of this crazy Texas heat. No lawn on my block looks like mine this year.
Just tried this for the first time. Looks like the lawn is already happier.
Its great stuff, plants love it. Glad it helped!
6 months since your comment, how did it go longer term? Contemplating trying this.
@@lakecityransom I did this treatment 1 more time sheet this and it really retained a lot of water. I cut watering in half, but the mid-atlantic states got a lot of rain. So I'm not 100% sure. I did treat my new seed I planted and it grew very strong. I will do this again in late spring.
Thank you for this video. It’s 4 yrs old video but this is my go to DIY fert mix formular every year going into summer. Thank you once again
So, i staryed doing this this year, after seeing the video in the summer, as it was burning out from the heat. I modified the amounts, put it in the small yard sprayer, and added a beer and a teaspoon of Dawn dish soap. I found other simular formulas and just combined the best ones. MAN, DOES MY YARD LOOK SO MUCH BETTER. I add this to my yards about every 3 weeks. Thank you, what an improvement. Its so much thicker and greener. Looking forwars to seeing how it handles weeks over 95°.
Do you still use this formula and recommend it?
Several years ago, they featured something like this on This Old House, which they called a "Lawn Tea" using Kelp, coffee grinds and several other ingredients. This looks so much easier with similiar benefits. I really needed to apply this several weeks ago, but will certainly apply in the next two weeks before we hit the fall reseeding season.
I really enjoy your videos. Thank you. I needed to break your application rate down for my own yard size. Hopefully I did it right and it helps others.
8 fl. oz (1 cup) of sea kelp per 4 gallons for 2500-3000 sq ft
in the video
4 fl. oz per 2 gallons for 1500 sq ft
2 fl. oz per 1 gallon for 750 sq ft
so ~ .3 cups per gallon for 1000 sq ft
= ~2.5 oz per gallon for 1000 sq ft
= 5 Tablespoons per gallon for 1000 sq ft
What are yiy breaking down, 1, .5, .25 cup of what there are 3 things are up doing it for each part for the whole or what? thanks
@Die Hard Raider For the sea kelp portion, post updated, thanks
Curious if you have any updates on your spray results for the year. I sprayed every 2 weeks adding chelates iron every other spray. I used a finer spray to try to enhance foliar absorption. Must say the lawn looked its best ever this year
Couldn’t find definite information whether humic is absorbed by foliage or only via soil drench
In my opinion the humic really helped with iron uptake and the lawn greened up beautifully
There’s such controversy out there about using any of this so I would love to know your opinion . I plan on doing it again in 2022. In addition to the reduced heat stress I saw a marked improvement in reduced soil compaction
Mid Atlantic lawn with a TTTF restoration in progress
Thank you for all your amazing content
Great video and recipe. I've been using organic lawn and garden products for 16 years now, but hadn't seen this particular recipe before. I live in South Texas where we have brutally hot summers which can be tough on our St Augustine lawns. Thanks for posting links to these products as well. I ordered the humic acid and kelp. I'll definitely be using this recipe later this week. Thank you amigo and have a great week!
Thank you so much for all of your tips! I sprayed your formula on my lawn about 6 weeks ago, and after just two weeks, it looked amazing!! My lawn has never looked better! Thank you! Now the Texas summer heat is bearing down on us and my lawn is not being able to stand the heat. Despite watering, the lawn is not looking as good. How often should I/can I add your mix to my St. Augustine lawn?
So glad it helped. I appreciate the feedback. Here in Mass we are having an extremely hot summer, very intense sun daily and little rain. I try to spray once per month in conditions like this for us, for you you may need to do it every three weeks. This is a very tough year and many neighbors lawns are very damaged, I have some spots and areas that are having a tough time but the mix is definitely helping. Hopefully temps drop a little for everyone, this is rough! Hope this helps.
@@SilverCymbal THANK YOU for getting back with me so quickly!! I will plan on adding it every three weeks. I have also noticed some areas where a few of the blades are yellowing, but not a ground level, about an inch from the ground. I noticed it about a week ago and its just in a few areas. Am I overwatering?
Just want to say excellent presentation video 📹 . Formula works last yr my lawn was burned-out toast now after 2 applications of your recipe its thriving no rain for 4 days still hanging strong.
I just buy Milorganite and Lowes Sta-Green. They both have Iron for the dark green color. I use half the 5000 Sq ft Sta-Green. 2500 Sta-Green and one 2500 bag of Milorganite. It's stays drought tolerant here in Minnesota. August is our drought month when grass grows dormant. I do like this video but don't want to buy all that equipment. I do use fish meal for tomatoes. Looks so nice in Florida but I'm staying here in Liberal Lakes, Minnesota.
Useful, I will have to calculate the US to UK gallons based on the US Ratio stated on the video. We have 8 pints to a gallon in the UK, our pints are bigger than US pints by 20.8 %. I remember that buying a Guinness on 5th Avenue in NY in 2002, 5 Dollars a US pint UK Pint was 21% more liquid and even in the south of England was about £2.50 a pint then ,the ER was 1.53 $ to the pound so UK Guinness was 3.83$ and English pint!!! US Beer expensive!! 👍
Silver Cymbal, I'm an OG Superthrive user. LOVE Superthrive! As a tank mix companion like this, it really REALLY shines!!
Coming from you with your experience this means a LOT! Thanks Matt I am glad to hear that you have had a great time with it too.
Matt, if I'm applying T-Nex PGR, is it okay to apply this "cocktail" and combine / mix it in along with the T-Nex in the same sprayer to kill two birds with one stone?
I already apply humic acid in a granular form every two weeks so most likely if you do the same thing you can bypass the liquid method. I would also suggest adding six or more ounces of a quality surfactant to help break the water tension for better absorption by the leaves..
Hi silver cymbal.
How much sq feet you can coverage with 4 gallons.? And how often put down this treatment in the lawn.Thanks in advance.
I tried the recipe and 4 gallons covered ~2400 sq ft for me. I made 5 gallons of the solution to cover my 3000 sq ft lawn.
@@abansalify thanks for sharing.
I also used 4 gallons on about 2800 square feet
For general spraying, I use a 12v automotive battery with a 12v utility pump, hooked up to a garden hose and nozzle. Pumping out of a standard 5 gal bucket. Also use soil probiotics with beneficial soil bacteria (Bacillus), i.e. B. subtilis, B. licheniformis, B. megaterium, B. mucilaginosus, B. laterosporus, photosynthetic bacteria, Actinomycetes, B. cereus, B.amyloliquefaciens,
B. pumilus and mycorrhizal fungi (primarily Trichoderma). Soil bacteria are better as they are more resilient to adverse environmental changes. Organic fertilizer is added last.
If I spray this on my kid, will my kid grow up and move out faster?
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88Petry hilarious
They will grow up and move to the basement!
You'll never get rid of him, he'll just grow deeper roots.
Lol
I see lots of questions on when to apply and how much coverage per 4 gallons . Thank you , we're waiting
Yup!
Reading through other comments, the mixture covers 2800-3000 sqft and can be applied once monthly starting in June, although I, personally would start apps in May. Silver Cymbal said in another comment that he applies when temps are steadily 75.
1 gallon per ksft.
How long after applying can you water your lawn or mow the lawn? Also we're coming into the beginning of August is it too late to apply this?
very nicely explained and very straightforward. Keep them coming this is about the 5 video that has helped me out. Hat off to you my friend
I pre mixed this is a gallon milk jug and then use a hose sprayer on 1oz or the 1 1/2oz setting. Using on Centipede Grass in NW Florida.
the 4 gal mix you showed covers how many sq ft? For your typical 15k sq ft lot, how much would one need?
Another nice video and I thank you for your thoughts and efforts sharing with me. May I offer a suggestion: add chemicals to the water, then slightly mix/agitate. You will eliminate foam and chemical odor emissions. You can also add your solution into a hose end strayer for easy application too. Thank you again!!
These are great ideas, thanks for sharing!
Definitely will start using this formula to save hundreds of dollars each year.
Thank you Sir!
Glad it helped. More videos coming with similar topics. Thanks for watching.
Retired and moved from a Townhme in the Big City Suburb to a Lake Resort in Wisc...The Cottage Home we bought has a nice Landscaped Front yard with about 1500 sq ft of Lawn and he had been using Lake Water thru using a Water Pump and a 1" PVC line in the Lake and "waters His Lawn with this " Once a Month.In Spring ( May) is Scotts Weed & Feed with Crab Grass Pre-E.
Next Month ( June) is Milnorginate and He Only Trimmed the Grass not cut it shore, leaving Min 2-3" height with using a Nice Manual Reel LM..Nice and Quite and cuts Nice..He left all his Garden and Lawn stuff , nicely Stacked in Clear Containers and Shelving( Before he and his Wife moved ot the Home In the Clearwater area for yr round .. and This Lawn has a Watering system with a Timer..
The wife an I were 55 when we retired( he was 60 ) and its been 5 yrs now and the Lawn and Bushes are doing just fine ! Its that Lake Water with Fish and some Seeweed in it , that makes the differnce with the Milnorginte and watering 1/2" every week when It doesn't rain.. Weed & Feed in the Fall and Spring to keep dandelines out and Neighbors Weedy Lawns, most of the other summer Home owners don't take care of their Lawns and full of Weeds and Creeping Charlie..our duble wide Gravel drive and 5 ft of Mulching Landscaping on the other 3 sides of our Yard helps keep neighbors yards weeds out of ours.. Got Fungus a Few times and use Specricide PreMixed Bottle with a Garden Hose did the trick! Got Grubs 2 seasons and Used Grub Killer and did the trick.. Best of Luck..
My neighbors already think I'm crazy with my lawn. Can't wait for this one 🤣
Hahaha Too funny! I can totally relate. I could be on my knees crawling on my lawn trying to pick out little weeds. One even stopped to ask me what I was doing. 🤣
I thought I was the only one obsessed with my lawn.
@@DR.ELEKTRIK lol now you know you are not! We could be neighbors... the “normal” people must think we are weird hahaha
No brother you're normal just wait until mid July when there grass is stressing out & yours is deep blue green. Come outside with your favorite beverage ☕ & just look over your landscape & smile 😃
Quick Quest - Im in the middle of Killing all weeds (Tenacity, Surfactant, Dye etc) and my lawn is uneven - Im leveling the lawn next with Topsoil(no sand) - Do I at the same time - Apply My Perennial Rye Grass Blend - or wait and Level and Water lawn first - then apply my Perennial Rye Grass?
Thank you! I can't believe how inexpensive this option is!👍
Thanks for this great video! Should I water after applying the drought formula?
It's nice to see a well thought out video and description. You put time into producing it and it shows. Thanks
Thank you so much for such a nice comment.
Hydretain works well. Comes in liquid or granular form. I also apply holganix. Price isn't too had since I only treat about 1800 sq ft of lawn. And they both dilute with water per instructions. But... I'm gonna try your formula next summer. Seems great
Thank you very much I will have to check that one out too. Thanks for the comment and for watching.
I have always enjoyed your vids and learned a great deal every time. Thank you!!
Very kind of you, thank you for watching,
@@SilverCymbal I concur, thank you!!
I can’t wait to try this!, I do have a sprinkler system and you’re right , water is not enough, I have a few hot spots on my lawn, that kinda yellow up or a deep golden color, I have just a couple of questions for you 1)after application how long before I see results? 2)How often do I apply this formula? Once a week , month? Thanks for the vid!
Remember the primary reason for this formula is to help against heat stress, not necessarily to restore your lawn but this will definitely help that too over time. Not a miracle cure but a mix that keeps your grass looking good and I do see results usually with 3 weeks but the biggest benefit is that it keeps my lawn green with my neighbors aren't and keeps things better longer and helps the overall turf. I only apply this once a month during the hotter months (over 75 degrees, most of the day) with good results. Thanks for watching and the comment.
@@SilverCymbal thanks for the video man! How much coverage on the 4 gallon?
Silver Cymbal still good, I now have something to aid me verses nothing.
Love your videos! As a fellow mass resident who always has a burnt lawn with poor irrigation, I'm hoping this does the trick. I will report back feedback later this summer.!
Thank you so much, please do. It's really some great stuff.
Any update?
another thing i left out to cut grass high leaving it at 4-8 inches will help to cool of providing self shade on a smaller scale and not burning and yellowing it out at 3 inches and 1 inch causing stress and to die, as well to increase fast thicker growth needing more water ,,, its more naturally ,the closer to more naturally the better, even watering if you study how it rains stops ,slows down and starts again, or waits 2 or three days later consistant rains means change of weather soon fall spring summer
I like how your videos are not ALL about you but about the content which is very useful!! Thank you! BTW do you have a landscaping business?
I really appreciate that. That is a very nice comment. No I don't I am just a homeowner like you and that wanted to have good results and NOT pay others or spend a lot of money. I have always helped people but RUclips lets me do it in a different way. I appreciate you watching my videos.
@@SilverCymbal
I'm sure I speak for most of not all here when I say how appreciative I am of your generosity and willingness to share. It has rubbed off on me some. Thanks!
Judging by your RUclips handle I take it you're a drummer?
Bass player here. 🎶
@@ianmackenzie686 That is very kind of you to say, thank you!
Great information, thank you. I've been mixing up dry humic and kelp and spraying at 8oz/k², this looks easier. Just to clarify - you're using 4 gallons on 2,500 sq ft??? This is really heavy since the manufacture suggests 2 to 4 oz/k². I don't mind putting it on heavy, just wanted to make sure you're using successfully on 2,500 and not 25,000 sq ft...
That is correct, sometimes if I really step up my pace I will get closer to 4,000 sq ft but I try to aim for 2500-3000 of turf coverage with this amount.
Also meant to add that dry humic acid works very well also. Especially if you want to focus on the soil. This formula is a nice all in one that can help with the stress and still provide some other benefits.
@@SilverCymbal Thank you, I've obviously been putting this down to light...
@@gordonhutchinson529 You certainly may get some benefit but these products and concentrations have worked well for me. Other ones may too, but the price of these and amount you get along with the fact they work will have me sticking with these for a while.
Thanks for the great video. Did you consider using GSPlant Foods Root Ruckus Product? It contains both the Sea Kelp and Humic Acid. Might be a better option for those with a smaller yard who don’t want to spend as much on large product quantities.
This is what I did.
Great tip!
Question on this - do you dilute the Root Ruckus product like the instructions say? And then use 3 cups of the diluted per 4000 sq feet?
Thx you this type of mixer ,save a lot money
Can I apply JUST the diluted kelp, without Humic Acid or Superthrive? I'm already applying granular humic acid to the soil on a regular basis but I see a huge advantage to getting a liquid kelp onto the grass itself. What are your thoughts SC? Keep up the great work. You're helping tons of DIY'ers just like me.
Thank you very much. Yes you can absolutely apply just the sea kelp and still gain all the kelp benefits. If you are applying humic others ways that is totally fine. Thanks for the nice words.
Is this application in addition to the fertilizer every 6 weeks? How long do you wait after fertilization to do this application?
@@Nas_JO I'm applying granular fertilizer, granular humic and biochar (HumiChar), and then spraying liquid kelp, all on a staggered cadence, usually every 4-6 weeks. I apply my granulars prior to watering or rainfall. I spray kelp at the end of a warm dry evening and don't water for an additional 24hrs. I would like to note though, that I have since learned and bought into the logic that liquid humic (and all other boosters for that matter) obsorb better and faster in liquid form. SC DOES have the best process, I just wasn't ALL IN on liquids until now. Probably going to finish out the granular product I have now and revert to SC's process he show's here. This is what made me a believer ruclips.net/video/IXBQQR9WVJI/видео.html
Many thanks for this. 2 questions for you: how much ground should I cover with 4 gallons and how often should I spray? I’m also in Mass.
Thanks for the video, how many sq ft does 4 gallon cover?
How frequently do i use this? Weekly? Momthy? Spring &fall? Looks like the perfect solution for centipede in Georgia
If I use a 2 gallon sprayer, will i need to cut in half each of the 3 ingredient amounts? ex: 1/2T superthrive, 1/2 C kelp and 12 ozs humic acid?
After spraying / applying solution can you please advise on watering, do you water immediately after or do you have to wait a designated period of time before watering?
How much sq footage do the 4 gallons cover?
When is the best time to lay this down. after a cut, the day before you sprinklers turn on? thanks for the gem of lawn advice.
Excellent, I've noticed that just watering doesn't preserve my lawn. Thanks for the recipe and application options!
Thank you. This mix has given me some incredible results. I watered year after year and still had issues before using this. I am on a well so the water is pretty much unlimited and it still wasn't rough. Glad this was helpful.
@@SilverCymbal How often do you apply this solution on your lawn?
@@Fdnymedic40 do it monthly when daytime temps average over 80, usually 2-3 times during he summer. Even if you do it less there is still benefit but this gave the best results while being affordable, Kelp: amzn.to/2It5ZJT - Superthrive: amzn.to/2It654d - Humic Acid: amzn.to/2WyMABa - Sprayer: amzn.to/2IslQIJ
Thankyou for your expertise. The sun ( heat ) has browned or scorched diverse areas of my lawn. My lawn was once totally a rich-green luster but some area's that dam sun has taken its toll upon my lawn... so my question is can I bring back the lawn-parts that the sun has damaged or what else can I do to restore my lawn back to its rich green original luster?
Is it best to water this in after? Or wait a few hours, or doesn't matter?
This is an awesome video, thank you!
I have a two gallon sprayer. Should I use half the amounts for the four gallon mixture?
Thanks for all the info on your lawn. Can’t wait to try this to see how my lawn takes it. Trying the Tenacity for my weeds this week! Have a great summer!!
Thank you for the feedback and for trying these I think you will have great results. I try all the losing products and only put the ones that work in my videos. Thanks again
What is the recommended application frequency of this mixture? For example, once per month? Also, is it recommended to water the lawn immediately afterwards? Thanks!
Thanks for providing the informative videos! I bought all three ingredients & mixed up my first batch today for my reel low KBG! Already found the answer to my question in the comments (how often to apply)!
Thanks again!
Thank you very much, it really saves you in the long run and plus you get to control when and what you apply which is nice too. Thanks again and best of luck with your lawn.
Thanx for this. Your mix is... a teaspoon per 4 gallon super thrive. A cup per 4 gallon liquid kelp and 3 cups per 4 gallon humic acid. I intend to add liquid iron to my mix, what percentage or how many cups do you think that should be? (Also im leaving my mix concentrated and using a hose end sprayer to apply)
I just ordered all the products all I would like to know is how many times a year I need to put this stuff down on the lawn ? Thx
Can anyone help ? Let me know how many times a year I have to spray this mixture ? Thanks !
Great question and I would like to know as well. I know that you can put the kelp and Humic down at least once a month (sometimes more if you like), but I don’t know about the vitamin.
@@dorymaksoud4013 I just read his reply in another comment and you can use the vitamin once a month. He uses it June, July and August. 👍🏽
Excellent thank you 😊
Nice thanks all! My grass is starting to brown 😬
I like the nitrile protective gloves for the hands and the open sandals for the feet as he walks through the stuff.
😂
How often does one need to apply this? I'm in the midwest, with sometimes pretty brutal sun in summer. Also, at what time of year do you apply this?
When temps start top go over 75-80 for most of the day I will apply this once a month. You can do it more often but this will give a good result and still keep costs under control.
Silver Cymbal , do you let this dry on the grass blades or water it in? The directions on my humic acid day to water it in after application, but I've read that sea kelp is best left on the blades...? Thanks, keep the great content coming!
Can I use a garden hose attached sprayer to apply this mix?
Hi, you say add 24 oz of Humic Acid, which is 6 oz per gallon. The label on Humic Acid, however, says Optimal concentration 2 oz per gallon, Maximum concentration 4 oz per gallon.
Please confirm that you use 6 oz per gallon with no negative effect on the lawn.
Thank you.
Humic acid is a soil conditioner. it is not a fertilizer. It has no nutrition value. it helps roots to absorb more nutrients.
@@abansalify thank you for your response. I did apply your formula and I see my grass healthier. It is 90+ degrees now and dry in Northern NJ. I think my grass would have been dead by now (despite me watering) if it wasn't for your solution. Great many thanks!
Just added a double dose here in North Alabama. Hoping it helps my lawn.
So is it working on the lawn any changes
In the 90s here in Illinois, Can i apply iron in the morning or evening when temps are below 90s?
I don't liquid fert above 85. It'll vaporize.
Iron might burn in these temps.
Already figured this all out. I just can't afford the expensive stuff I also use liquid iron and recently I've discovered mossex. I mix it with water and put 2 oz of my sprayer along with the kelp and humic acid been working very well. I have found that a hose-end sprayer works much better to evenly spread the recipe
Mindy Welch so you are adding 2oz of liquid iron and mossex to the 4gal mix of humic acid, kelp & supertrive?
Thats funny. I use the same exact mixture of products, the only difference is I use the sea kelp with fish. I apply it late evening right after a mow when the sun is down so it can sit overnight and then water it in early in the morning. GS Plant foods Humic is less than 8% of actual humic, it is not mentioned on the label nor is it mentioned on the companies website. I had to inquire with the company owner to find out, not pleased with a company that purposely withholds info. I will be trying the Humic12 by N-ext
So, can l use this in combination with my fertilization? Is that safe?
Yes these products are organic and they work well with a fertilizer.
@@myreplysucks7984 ... Cool. Thanks. Just trying to make it through the summer. Come fall, l will be doing the whole 9 yards. Aeration, dethatche, etc.
OMG 😱 😱😱😱
I just ordered those organic products. I'm trying to move away from the synthetics.
Guys its all about your soil your turf will only go as far of what's in your soil.
There is a great product that cost less and one the best kept secrets.....
Medina I'm using it all summer to prepare for next season. My dirt comes first.
As always great video 📹 👍
I was intrigued with a madina product that looked worthy, the hasta gro 12-6-12 for a new lawn, even though there lawn is a 12-4-8
What time in the season do u recommend to spray June maybe I'm on the east coast I'm saying June before the heat starts would u agree....thanks
You can spray leading up to and through June. Just not when the ground is frozen.
Thanks for the great content. I have been working at home for the first time in life. With the saved gas money, I have been able really up my lawn game. Your videos have been a great help. I have bought many of the products you feature and have had great results. I just received everything mentioned in this video (including the sprayer). My temps are just starting to warm up in the NW, so I am holding off for a couple more weeks. Ha even bought my own measuring cups to keep the peace with the Kitchen folks.
Cheers
I’m in Houston Texas . Summer is here . Temperatures are really hot and humid . My lawn is st Agustine. Can I use this wonderful mix ? And if I do when is the best time to apply ? Do i water before or after ? Ty keep up the great work .
Yes you can definitely use it and it should be very beneficial for you. You don't need to water before or after. Its best to spray it on and have it stay on the grass for 24 hours before water so it is absorbed. Its ok if rain happens it still works into the soil but ideally the drying time works well.
Where did you get liquid humic from? I stay in Houston also
@@302StangBoss amzn.to/2WyMABa
I use stress blend and it seems
To help with the summer heat.
Hey, great job !! Very good video. You should be commended for coming up with your own formula. However , im just a little fuzzy on the amount to use for my area.. My lawn is just under 1400 square ft...nice size for where i am, but alot smaller than what you're doing.
Do i just mix up the 4 gallons and then spray the lawn till its all wet, or do i reduce the amount of the.additives..?
I understand the amound of each are not exactly critical but my area is alot smaller . Im in the northeast and can hear my grass screaming already !! Love to try it.
Again, well done !!
Thank you for the nice comment. For your sq footage. I would just cut everything in 1/2. Reduce each component in 1/2 which makes it easy. Add them to your sprayer and then fill it up to 2 gallons instead of 4. This should be enough for 1250-1500 sq feet. You can apply a little less or a little more, it will not harm the lawn. I found that my amounts give the best results without being wasteful so dont worry if you are off a bit. Hope this helps.
Question sir..i have a acre lawn. Just got done with my first treatment. Ended up using almost 50 gallon of your product using 25 gallon tow behind sprayer. Used almost 2.5 gallon humic acid in one treatment! Can I decrease humic acid to 2 cup per 4 gallon? That would save quite a bit. As it is it's gonna cost me over $70 per treatment..thats a bit much. Also used almost a gallon of kelp. Thanks
Instead of diluting the mixuture to create 4 gallons, can I used a sprayer that mixes it when attached to a hose? If so, what setting should I use (gallons per minute)?
Thanks for the info and formula!!
Have you done a video on when it’s a good idea to dethatch a small lawn? When and what’s the best but least harmful way to do it? If not, would you please? My NC tall fescue lawn hasn’t ever been dethatched and think it might be smothered. I plug aerate every fall before overseeding and put down pre emergent. Thank you!
Thanks for the advice duly noted and ordered!!!!
You are so welcome! Thank you, it's great stuff
Is this something you can do late summer to help with your fall treatments and help for winter or is this really a summer heat only method? I live in New England and I just have some areas that are just super hard to keep grass so my thought is doing this pre over seeding, aerating and other fall items. Thanks!
Brilliant!
I use 532 or 632 ,,once a month in spring only,applications are best done at evening before sun is setting,,before that In fall I spread calcium magnesium limestone once a month, sold in home depot for 6$ for a large amount bag,this is best done before it rains, also sulfur at $6 spread once a month at different time either water or rain,,use before summer,, the other is to deeply water before the summer 3 times a week, or use rain water,,,, so when summers here you can water 2 a week ,, watering must be done evening when sun is setting all the time,,, harvesting rain water,,rainwater is best, this will keep your grass cool like a camel in the desert,,, partial shade also helps planting small trees, the wind will make the branches seem like a fan,,,the green look is iron and coloring in water either aqua green blue or green, will help, to much iron or water will yellow it out on iron will damage roots in long-term,,,,, that's all you need
Good info. I been researching the best times to water and it looks to be the early AM due to mold and other related issues that are caused by watering in the evening. Any thoughts?
morning it will cause humility with sun if sunny and will damage your grass plants and trees the water wont soak in the dirt in time,,grass likes a deep mixer of dirt in its water it takes it in and cool water ,morning time its racing itself with a mix that the grass does not like ,, it may be shaded area for whatever reason ,, shaded areas cause mold and over watering as well,shaded areas at a certain time meaning the suns movement at time, they need less water and sometimes a different time of watering like early in the evening,, thats why sprinkler systems are regulated by goverment, water restrictions
Very nice video, Im going to try this Thank You
Can this be applied to Bermuda grass going into the Texas summer.....now?
Definitely, fantastic for the kind of heat you guys get too.
Silver Cymbal thank you!!! 🙏
Hi. I love all your videos. I just purchased the 3 ingredients and I have a couple of questions. Today is May 11, 2020, when should I put it down for the summer heat? Is it just one application or do you keep putting it down over the summer? And finally, do you have to water it in after applying. Thanks so much. Take care, be safe.
Bill from Worcester Massachusetts
Still no answer. 11 0038 Jul 22, just saw the video and was wondering the same thing. Thought, Oh I'm sure someone has the same question, and here it is, of course he decided not to answer, was quick to put a disclaimer though.
Hey Gary from worc county also. Before summer hits out down Anderson pgf complete 16-4-8. You can put this spray mixture on days 80 and below. Not on days we've been having of high humidity. It will be to much stress on lawn. After spraying this stuff wait a good 24 hrs before watering so grass will suck in mixture and dry
Another outstanding video. I believe you can treat your garden beds with the same results.
Thank you for this review this is awesome. My only question is would it be a good idea to combine this formula with liquid iron and spray it all down together at once?? Thanks!
Roman .D ...good question! I was wondering the same thing.
Me too!!!
May i suggest, like some others do....a colored dye...prob a shade of blue?....when you apply this solution . It helps to see areas u coated when u use a hand, backpack or push tank sprayer, no spots missed. Tow behi d sprayers are more forgiving w wide booms to overlap. Seems pros use a food coloring or some other dye that washes away a few days later in the rain, no permanent dye on lawn or landscaping.
I like that battery powered backpack sprayer....reasons why, besides easier to carry, and battery pump...it gives an EvEN spray pattern, vs hand pump that decreases gradually until u pump it back up. The BEST... feature is that large capacity inline mesh filter. WAY TOO OFTEN manual pump sprayers get debris stuck in the nozzles or in the wand, lot of wasted time cleaning it out , that mesh filter is the perfect design. Looks well designed.
Can I add this to my lawn if it's already stressing big time?
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I asked a similar question just recently. Apparently nobody knows or cares to reply.
I'm in Northeast Ohio. I purchased Sea Kelp. When should I apply it? April? May, June? July?
Morning or evening? Before a rain or when no rain is expected?
Thank you for the great video, one question: Can you also apply the same treatment to trees? I planted a row of 12 Leyland Cypress last fall and they seem to be doing fine; however, there are a couple of them that could use a boost to look as vigorous as the rest.
Do u have to water it in when using backpack? I've seen some others say if you use a hose end u don't but if u spray with a tank you should water it in. Also Hydratane is really good for summer heat ,especially here in Florida
Not at all, for this one just spray it on and give it 24 hours to work through the grass blades and you can then go back to regular mowing, watering, etc.
I noticed you used alot of humic acid. I believe the label on the recommended product is 2 ounces per 1000 sf of lawn. I think you are using 6 ounces per. Are you premixing with water or are you just using more than what is recommended? Thanks for the great video.
Yes I am using about 6 ounces for this application. Humic acid isn't like fertilizer and won;t ever burn and honestly most products really under apply to state that they can go further. In my experience this formula with this product worked perfectly for these applications.
I’ve heard of people using 12 or more without any issues... it expensive but works great. Really is not much of a dosage ceiling for humic from what I know.
How about putting down a 11-7-18 fertilizer? 18% Potassium should really help the grass withstand summer heat. At least what I have read here for Scandinavia. They recommend to fertilize 1 time before end of June and I am thinking of putting down the strong Potassium fertilizer that is slow release and water it in tomorrow.
Does any of this work on my hair? I have a bald spot on the back of my head and would love to do something about it.
Yes, it isn't rated for this officially but I have heard rumors of it working! :)
LOL!!!!!
Might turn your hair green!
Might need a haircut every other day if it works.
I've recently stumbled across your videos and I can't stop watching everything that you have up. I have been working hard on a two-year-old backyard of grass and had soil tests done and Rutgers soil lab telling me which fertilizer and when to apply and it has come out great but we are subject to high heat in New Jersey and I want to use this secret recipe. the one question I have is I can mix this liquid formula and apply it containing humic acid but in a more recent video you have humic DG which is granular so should I put that down and then make my liquid mixture just sea kelp and superthrive and apply everything on the same day?
When following your "recipe", can you also mix some Liquid Chelated Iron in it for a additional boost of green???
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Thank you for all the help. How often do you recommend applying this solution throughout the summer months ?
Do you think adding a small amount of anti-foam to the mixture would be beneficial in reducing foam the foam up?
I’m definitely going to give this a try! Great tip! 👍🏻😊
I know, I always hate the foam. I try to keep my videos clean but what I usually end up doing is slowly adding the water and allowing the foam to just run over the sprayer and then cap it from there. I haven't ever used those anti-foaming agents and probably wouldn't both and just keep it easier for you. It settles down on its own too. Thanks again for the support and watching.
Silver Cymbal You might give it a try sometime 🤷♂️. Just a tiny bit of it negates the foam instantly plus it sprays better and cleaner through the sprayer. A small bottle of it goes a looong way 😊
I will have to check that out. Sounds like it could be an easy timesaver.
Silver Cymbal Liquid Harvest No Foam. It’s on Amazon...duh! 😂
Love the stuff!
Couldn’t you just add your elements into the water and thus prevent all the foaming?
Great video! How soon after applying should
I water my lawn?
So this is kinda like a do it yourself version of the next products from green county fertilizer and others like it?
Wonder why he skipped over this VERY good question?? Hmmm
Ive made a similar concoction minus the super thrive. I will give it a try next. Do you think a surfactant would aid in this process? Thanks
How soon after applying do you water the lawn? I’ve read that watering right after applying humid acid helps move it into the root zone, but advised against watering right after applying liquid kelp so that it can stick to the blades and absorb. Since both are in this mix, what do you do?
Just 24 hours is fine, and apply it to dry grass. Usually the end of a hot day is great, let it stay on there for one day or more and water after. Best stuff I ever made myself really given me the edge without paying a fortune for other products. Kelp: amzn.to/2It5ZJT - Superthrive: amzn.to/2It654d - Humic Acid: amzn.to/2WyMABa - Sprayer: amzn.to/2IslQIJ
Would this provide the same beneficial results to a southern lawn (St. Augustine here in Coastal Florida)?
@@nickturbide9473 I'm in South Texas where our brutally hot/humid summer climate is similar to yours in Florida. I have a St Augustine lawn which has been thriving on organic products for the past 16 years. I'm gonna try the organic recipe that SC posted here, as I've used the 3 ingredients he listed here individually in the past with good success. Anyway, I'll stick my neck out here and say yes to your question about receiving same beneficial results to St Augustine lawn in Coastal Florida. Just my .02, but hopefully SC will chime in.
John Gonzales thanks John!
A few questions.
How much of each ingredient to put in a 2 gallon Sprayers Plus tank sprayer??
And how often do you apply this concoction?