Cedar Grove - Cedar Grove Tea

CEDAR GROVE TEA IS CEDAR GROVE COMPOSTING'S NEWEST PRODUCT

Description:
CEDAR GROVE TEA is a unique liquid formulation derived from CEDAR GROVE COMPOST that contains a rich spectrum of carbon compounds and an active microbial community, which together enhance the soil food web. Cedar Grove Tea is certified organic and approved under the Washington State Department of Agriculture Food Program.

Content:

CEDAR GROVE TEA is a natural by-product of the composting process and contains both the essential soluble plant nutrients and trace elements from the compost and the extracted microorganisms from the compost.

Uses:

CEDAR GROVE TEA is suitable for spray applications, foliar feeding, soil injections or use in irrigation systems. CEDAR GROVE TEA may be mixed with other technical materials and sprayed in one application, saving labor. Bulk application recommendations per 1000 square feet are given in the table below. For all other applications refer to label on product container.
Use CEDAR GROVE TEA as part of a regular maintenance program to increase organic matter content in soils and feed beneficial soil microorganisms. It can be applied on all types of turf grasses, shrubs, trees, evergreens, vegetables and flowering plants. To ensure optimal results in the field it is important to store, handle, and apply the product in an appropriate manner.
CEDAR GROVE TEA may be safely tank-mixed with high quality fertilizers, micronutrients, wetting agents, and surfactants. Do not mix with copper based fungicide or acids, such as sulfuric acid because these will kill the microbial community.

Benefits of Cedar Grove Tea:

Reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers
Reduced soil compactions by improving aggregation
Enhances the activity of beneficial microorganisms
Rejuvenates soil structure

How Much Do I Need?
In western Washington, bimonthly applications are recommended during the dryer months of July, August, September and early October. Weekly applications may be used during the remaining wetter months of the year.

CEDAR GROVE TEA RECOMMENDED BULK APPLICATIONS RATES PER 1000 SQUARE FEET
Plant Material	Standard Maintenance	Compost Amended Soils	Newly Seeded/ Transplants
Turf	6oz	4oz	8oz
Foliage Plants	4oz	2oz	6oz
Flowering and Annual Beds	6oz	4oz	8oz

Cedar Grove Tea can be applied through your irrigations system, whenever watering is routinely performed or by spray bar. Simply connect the Tea supply tank to an intake siphon and inject with irrigation water. Continue with the regular schedule for irrigation and fertilizing. Tanks, spray equipment and lines should be rinsed with clear water after application of Cedar Grove Tea to avoid biofilm formation. Cedar Grove Tea is not recommended for use with drip irrigation systems.

Available Sizes
Cedar Grove Tea is available in 1-gallon containers or in bulk, 55 gallon drums, 250gallon+ totes and up.

Pricing
One-gallon manufacturer's suggested retail price is $5.95 per gallon.
Call 1 877 SOILS-4U (1 877 764-5748) for Bulk Cedar Grove Tea pricing.

Q&A
Q: Why should I use CEDAR GROVE TEA?
In cases where the soil food web has become impaired, Cedar Grove Tea is an excellent choice to help in rebuilding soil quality, including reactivating and maintaining the soil food web. With excessive applications of fertilizers and pesticides, the natural beneficial soil microorganisms become less active.

Cedar Grove Tea contains billions of microorganisms per milliliter. These beneficial microorganisms are essential for making the nutrients and trace elements available to plants.

Beneficial microorganisms of the soil food web also aid in plant resistance to many different types of diseases. We do not claim that Cedar Grove Tea controls all pathogens. However, we know that a thriving community of beneficial bacteria in a well-balanced community soil serves to deter pathogens.

The microorganisms in Cedar Grove Tea make polysaccharides that can increase soil aggregation (crumb structure). Hard soils become more porous and mellow. Light soil will hold moisture better under dry conditions.

Q: Can I use Cedar Grove Tea as a Substitute for my usual fertilizer?
Cedar Grove Tea can assist in altering turf management practices from conventional to sustainable. Because Cedar Grove tea contains humic acids and billions of microorganisms, turf managers will be able to reduce the amount of fertilizers and pesticide used. In areas where compost cannot be applied directly or tilled into the soil, Cedar Grove Tea allows delivery of many compost benefits.

Cedar Grove Tea will not force quick turf green up, but rather offers a comprehensive longer lasting nutrient source to support consistent healthy growth for the entire plant shoots to buds. With compost as the major ingredient, the application reduces the problem of leaching in sandy soils, reduces the risk of burning form excessive nutrient in solutions, and aids in the ability of the soil to retain moisture and build soil structure. We recommend using Cedar Grove Tea as a supplement to your normal fertilizer schedule. Once an increase in soil organic matter is achieved, it should be possible to reduce the annual fertilizer requirements. The Tea's approximate N: P: K ratio (by volume) is 0.003: 0.0003: 0.14

Q: Where, When and How Much Should I apply?
Cedar Grove Tea can be applied through your irrigations system, whenever watering is routinely performed or by spray bar. Simply connect the Tea supply tank to an intake siphon and inject with irrigation water. Continue with the regular schedule for irrigation and fertilizing. Tanks, spray equipment and lines should be rinsed with clear water after application of Cedar Grove Tea to avoid biofilm formation. Cedar Grove Tea is not recommended for use with drip irrigation systems.

In western Washington, bimonthly applications are recommended during the dryer months of July, August, September and early October. Up to weekly applications can be used during the remaining wetter months of the year.

Q: Is Cedar Grove Tea compatible with my Irrigation System?
Cedar Grove Tea has a pH range of 7.0 to 7.5, is non-corrosive, and has an approximate conductivity of 1.22 dS/m.. Cedar Grove Tea is not recommended for use with drip irrigation systems.