Why You Should Use Humates for a Healthier Lawn & Garden
Why You Should Use Humates for a Healthier Lawn & Garden
What are Humates?
Humates are organic compounds derived from decomposed plant material, rich in humic and fulvic acids. These powerful natural substances improve soil health, enhance nutrient absorption, and promote stronger, more resilient plants. At Town & Country Gardens, we recommend humates as a game-changer for lawn and garden care. Whether you want a greener lawn, healthier flowers, or thriving vegetable beds, our humates can help!
Benefits of Using Our Humates:
Improves Soil Health
Humates condition the soil by improving its structure, aeration, and moisture retention. They help loosen compacted clay soils while increasing the water-holding capacity of sandy soils.
Enhances Nutrient Absorption
By chelating (binding) nutrients, humates make essential elements like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium more available to plants. This means your lawn and garden get the most out of fertilizers with less waste!
Promotes Stronger Root Growth
Humates stimulate root development, allowing plants to grow deeper, stronger roots. This helps lawns and plants withstand drought, heat, and environmental stress.
Encourages Beneficial Microbes
A healthy soil ecosystem is crucial for plant growth. Humates feed and stimulate beneficial microbes that break down organic matter, releasing more nutrients into the soil naturally.
Reduces the Need for Chemicals
By improving soil fertility, humates reduce dependency on synthetic weedkillers and pesticides. They help balance soil pH naturally, making them an excellent choice for organic gardeners.
Eco-Friendly and Safe
Humates are derived from natural sources and are safe for kids, pets, and the environment. Unlike harsh chemicals, they nourish the soil without harmful side effects.
How to Use Humates
Humates are available in 50lb bags and can be applied:
To Lawns: Spread evenly in early spring or fall for long-term soil health.
In Gardens: Mix into soil before planting or apply as a soil drench.
On Trees and Shrubs: Apply around the root zone to boost growth and vitality.
Get Your Humates Today!
At Town & Country Gardens, we carry extremely high-quality humates to help your lawn and garden thrive. Visit us to start improving your soil naturally!