Charge
Soil Amendment - “For the Healthiest Plants, Just Add Charge!”
Ecothrive Charge is our naturally-produced and easy-to-use soil amendment, delivering a whole host of biological benefits to your plants. This premium-grade insect frass boosts soil fertility while regenerating soils through feeding microorganisms. All sorts of growers rely on Ecothrive Charge to naturally stimulate robust plant growth, improve root zone conditions and create vigorous, high-yielding plants. Ecothrive Charge also contains naturally occurring activators of plants' immune response, elevating defences against pests and diseases.
Compatible with both soil-based and soilless potting mixes, this easy-to-use soil conditioner is your go-to for instantly enhancing soil biology and plant vigour and is approved by the Soil Association for organic cultivation.
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Blend Ecothrive Charge with your preferred potting mix to elevate nutrition and enhance beneficial biology.
Ecothrive Charge isn’t just for organic growers! Any cultivator using soilless potting mixes (e.g. coco coir / coco fibre / coco pith / coco peat, 70/30 coco/perlite, 60/40 clay balls / coco, coco cork, etc.) can use Ecothrive Charge to improve plant health and vigour.
Get your growing season off to the best start by incorporating Ecothrive Charge into your seedling and cloning potting mix.
Supplement nutrition at any time by applying Ecothrive Charge as a top dressing, ideally blended with a little high quality compost.
Blend Ecothrive Charge with your preferred potting mix to elevate nutrition and enhance beneficial biology.
Ecothrive Charge isn’t just for organic growers! Any cultivator using soilless potting mixes (e.g. coco coir / coco fibre / coco pith / coco peat, 70/30 coco/perlite, 60/40 clay balls / coco, coco cork, etc.) can use Ecothrive Charge to improve plant health and vigour.
Get your growing season off to the best start by incorporating Ecothrive Charge into your seedling and cloning potting mix.
Supplement nutrition at any time by applying Ecothrive Charge as a top dressing, ideally blended with a little high quality compost.
Why Ecothrive Charge Stands Out
Super Easy to Use and Effective: All growers, from complete beginners to seasoned pros, love Ecothrive Charge because it’s so easy to use, versatile and effective. Blend with your preferred potting mix or apply any time as a tactical top dressing. The choice is yours. The difference is clear!
Innovative Compressed Chunks: Ecothrive Charge is now available as small compressed chunks, designed to reduce dust and simplify application significantly. The chunks are 50% more concentrated than mealworm frass powder form, providing a potent boost to your plants.
Balanced and Rich Nutrient Profile: Boasting a balanced N/P/K ratio of 3.5/2.5/2, Ecothrive Charge delivers a long-term supply of organic nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium—all essential for plant growth. It also nurtures beneficial soil microbes, creating a thriving root environment and leading to healthier, more resilient plants.
Enhanced Plant Health and Yield: Ecothrive Charge invigorates your plants from the roots up, encouraging robust growth, improving root zone conditions, and leading to vigorous, high-yielding harvests. It's not just a fertiliser; it's a complete biological solution.
Rich in Chitin: Derived from the skin and body parts of organically fed mealworms, the Chitin in Ecothrive Charge is a crucial component that feeds beneficial microbes, particularly fungi, in the soil. When introduced into the growing medium, chitin acts as a food source for these microbes, encouraging their proliferation. As the microbial community thrives, it breaks down the chitin into smaller, usable compounds that plants can easily assimilate. This microbial activity enhances soil fertility and nutrient availability; it also triggers a natural immune response in plants. Recognising the presence of chitin, plants activate their defence mechanisms, fortifying themselves against potential pathogens and pests. This natural stimulation of the plant's immune system leads to healthier, more resilient growth, and increased productivity.
Soil Association Approved: Ecothrive Charge has been certified for use in organic agriculture by the Soil Association
| Volume | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 3g |
| 1 tablespoon | 9g |
How To use
- Cuttings / Seedlings / Low Fertility – Mix 2-3g per Litre of coco
- Established Plants / High Fertility – Mix 4-6g per Litre of coco
- 500g of Charge treats 80-250L of coco.
- For best results mix thoroughly with the coco coir before planting.
- Follow up with top dressings every 2-4 weeks.
- Last Application 5 weeks before harvest.
- Cuttings / Seedlings / Low Fertility – Mix 1-2g per Litre of Soil
- Established Plants / High Fertility – Mix 3-4g per Litre of Soil
- 500g of Charge treats 125-500L of potting soil.
- For best results mix thoroughly with the potting soil before planting.
- Follow up with top dressings every 2-4 weeks.
- Last Application 5 weeks before harvest.
Pots:
- 15-20L Pot - 3-6g (1-2 Teaspoons)
- 50-60L Pot - 9-18g (1-2 Tablespoons)
Beds:
- Add 50-100g per M2 of soil surface
Scratch into the top 2-4 cm of soil
Water after application
Repeat top-dress every 2-4 weeks.
- At planting or sowing: Add 250-500g per M2. Prepare the area for planting/sowing then lightly fork charge into the top 10cm (4 inches) of soil. Follow up by top dressing four to six weeks later.
- Established crops: Top-dress 80-160g per M2.
- Evenly sprinkle the measured amount around the base of the plants and water in well. Top dressings can be repeated every 4-6 weeks during active growth.
- Cuttings / Seedlings / Low Fertility – Mix 2-3g per Litre of coco
- Established Plants / High Fertility – Mix 4-6g per Litre of coco
- 500g of Charge treats 80-250L of coco.
- For best results mix thoroughly with the coco coir before planting.
- Follow up with top dressings every 2-4 weeks.
- Last Application 5 weeks before harvest.
- Cuttings / Seedlings / Low Fertility – Mix 1-2g per Litre of Soil
- Established Plants / High Fertility – Mix 3-4g per Litre of Soil
- 500g of Charge treats 125-500L of potting soil.
- For best results mix thoroughly with the potting soil before planting.
- Follow up with top dressings every 2-4 weeks.
- Last Application 5 weeks before harvest.
Pots:
- 15-20L Pot - 3-6g (1-2 Teaspoons)
- 50-60L Pot - 9-18g (1-2 Tablespoons)
Beds:
- Add 50-100g per M2 of soil surface
Scratch into the top 2-4 cm of soil
Water after application
Repeat top-dress every 2-4 weeks.
- At planting or sowing: Add 250-500g per M2. Prepare the area for planting/sowing then lightly fork charge into the top 10cm (4 inches) of soil. Follow up by top dressing four to six weeks later.
- Established crops: Top-dress 80-160g per M2.
- Evenly sprinkle the measured amount around the base of the plants and water in well. Top dressings can be repeated every 4-6 weeks during active growth.
FAQ
What is Ecothrive Charge?
Ecothrive Charge is an organic, insect-derived soil conditioner that promotes the growth of strong, healthy plants. It is made from the frass (excrement), body parts and residual feedstock of mealworms and is rich in natural plant growth promoters.
How does Ecothrive Charge work?
Charge works by improving soil structure, enhancing root development, and boosting plant immune systems. The chitin content in Charge encourages the natural production of chitinase enzymes, which plants produce as a defence against pests and diseases. Additionally, the beneficial microorganisms in Charge help to break down organic matter into nutrients that plants can easily absorb.
What Exactly is Insect Frass?
Insect frass is the excrement of herbivorous insects. While this may not sound very appealing to some of you, it turns out that insect frass is a sustainable and rich organic fertiliser bursting with essential nutrients! Frass is not just an organic fertiliser but also a potent source of NPK (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium).
How do I apply Ecothrive Charge to my plants?
Charge can be mixed into your soil or coco substrate at 1-7g per litre of potting mix. For established plants, top-dress by applying Charge onto the surface of your growing medium then water as usua.
Is Ecothrive Charge suitable for all types of plants?
Yes, Charge is suitable for all types of plants, including vegetables, fruits, flowers, and ornamental plants. It is safe for use in organic farming and is beneficial for both indoor and outdoor cultivation.
Can I use Ecothrive Charge with other fertilisers and nutrients?
Yes, Charge can be used alongside other fertilisers and nutrients. It acts as a complement to your existing feeding regime by improving nutrient uptake and providing additional bio-stimulant effects.
Is Ecothrive Charge safe for the environment?
Yes, Charge is environmentally friendly and safe for use around children and pets when applied correctly. It is made from naturally occurring ingredients and does not contain any harmful chemicals.
How often should I apply Ecothrive Charge?
For best results, apply Charge every four to six weeks throughout the growing season. Regular applications will ensure that your plants continually benefit from the bio-stimulant effects and improved nutrient uptake.
Is Ecothrive Charge recommended for indoor gardens?
Absolutely! Ecothrive Charge can be used on indoor plants. There are no insects in Ecothrive Charge, just insect frass.
What are the main benefits of using Ecothrive Charge?
The main benefits include improved plant health and vigour, enhanced root development, increased resistance to pests and diseases, better nutrient uptake, and overall higher yields.
Where can I buy Ecothrive Charge?
Ecothrive Charge is available through garden centres and Indoor Grow Shops, both online and in physical retail outlets. You can also purchase it directly from the Ecothrive website or authorised distributors.
Why does Ecothrive Charge come in compressed pieces these days rather than a powder as before?
We have switched to supplying Ecothrive Charge as compressed chunks for easier application. Now the product is 50% more concentrated than before, creates less dust and uses far less packaging. As such, Ecothrive Charge conforms to new EU and UK regulations for Insect Frass products.
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