Humates improve topsoil and substrates, ensure rapid growth of flowering plants and increase resistance to diseases and environmental factors in all environments whether in the greenhouse, foiltunnel or field. Flower formation is increased through use of humates which is in turn extending longevity after cutting. Because our humates are an organic compound, application is safe to use around pollinators and handlers.
Primary goals
- Improve root development and transplant success
- Support uniform plant growth in container systems
- Increase nutrient efficiency in potting media
- Reduce transplant shock and stress during propagation
Recommended products
- ✅ Fully Soluble Liquid Humate (root establishment & fertigation support)
✅ Fine-Ground Raw Dry Humate (media blending & outdoor nursery beds)
PRODUCT 1: Fully Soluble Liquid Humate
Best for: Container nurseries, propagation houses, fertigation, transplant water
Why this works for plant nurseries
- Fully soluble for injectors and fertigation systems
- Supports root development during transplant stages
- Improves micronutrient availability in soilless media
- Helps stabilize plant growth during stress events
Application Methods
- Fertigation / injector systems
- Root-zone drenches
- Transplant water
- Hand watering tanks
- Greenhouse spray systems
Application RATES (DRY)
Recommended Rates (Plant Nurseries)
🌱 Transplant / Propagation Stage
1–2 oz liquid humate per 100 gallons of water
When to use:
- Dipping liners before planting
- Watering in new transplants
- Establishing roots in propagation trays
🌿 Routine Fertigation Program
2–4 oz liquid humate per 100 gallons of water
When to use
- Injecting through greenhouse irrigation systems
- Supporting nutrient uptake in container media
- Maintaining consistent plant growth
🌳 Outdoor Nursery Beds
1 gallon liquid humate per acre
Use when
- Field-grown nursery trees or shrubs
- Soil-based nursery production
- Stress recovery during heat or transplanting
“Nursery systems benefit from low-dose, consistent applications rather than large single applications.”
product 2: Fine-Ground Raw Dry Humate
Best for: Potting mix enhancement, outdoor nursery beds, media blending
Why this works for plant nurseries
- Fine particle size blends evenly into media
- Improves moisture retention and aeration balance
- Supports microbial activity in potting substrates
- Enhances nutrient holding capacity in lightweight mixes
Application Methods
- Blending into potting media
- Incorporation into nursery beds
- Mixing with compost or soil amendments
Application Rates (Liquid)
🌱 Potting Media Blends
- 5–10 lb per cubic yard of media
When to use:
- Creating custom potting mixes
- Blending with compost-based media
- Improving nutrient retention in lightweight substrates
🌳 Outdoor Nursery Beds
Up to 160 lb per acre broadcast
When to use:
- Establishing nursery rows
- Improving soil structure in field-grown plant systems
- Preparing beds before planting stock
🌱 Propagation Stage
- Low-dose liquid applications
- Focus on root initiation
🌿 Container Production
- Regular fertigation or drench programs
- Maintain nutrient efficiency in media
🌳 Field Nursery Production
- Soil-conditioning dry applications
- Seasonal liquid support during growth
“Fine humate integrates quickly into potting mixes and supports root-zone biology without increasing salt levels.”
Recommended Programs
🔹 Program A: Propagation & Transplant Support (Most Common)
Liquid humate: 1–2 oz per 100 gal transplant water
Best for:
- Greenhouse propagation
- Root establishment for liners and plugs
🔹 Program B: Container Production Program
Liquid humate: 2–4 oz per 100 gal fertigation solution
Best for:
- Greenhouse container crops
- Ornamental plant production
🔹 Program B: Container Production Program
Liquid humate: 2–4 oz per 100 gal fertigation solution
Best for:
- Greenhouse container crops
- Ornamental plant production
🔹 Program C: Nursery Bed Soil Program
Dry humate: Up to 160 lb/ac broadcast
Liquid humate: 1 gal/ac seasonal support
Best for:
- Outdoor tree and shrub nurseries
- Soil-based nursery systems
“Tree and vine crops are best managed on a per-acre basis rather than per-plant. Root systems overlap and irrigation distributes inputs by wetted soil area, not individual vines.”
Compatibility & MIXING (nursery friendly)
✔ Compatible with:
- Greenhouse fertilizers
- Micronutrient solutions
- Biological inoculants
- Compost teas
⚠️ Always:
- Perform a jar test before mixing
- Add humate to tank after water
- Avoid extreme pH mixtures
FAQ
Q: Will humates stain container media?
A: Light darkening of media can occur but does not affect plant health.
Q: Can this be used in drip irrigation systems?
A: Yes. Fully soluble liquid humate is compatible with most fertigation systems.
Q: Will this replace fertilizer?
A: No. Humates improve nutrient efficiency but are not fertilizers.