Plant XL™
History
Plant XL™ has its roots in greenhouse production,
in 2001 while growing lilies at Flevo Flora greenhouses
in Bluevale a natural solution was needed to stem the challenge
of root rot and other pathogenic root diseases. While a
number of different chemical treatments were considered,
it was considered that the balance of the soil would be
disturbed and the use of these products could have other
implications that could have negative consequences. It was
during this time that we connected with a manufacturer of
natural products in Western Canada. We purchased and later
sold product from this company. Knowing that we could improve
on their technology we developed Plant XL™.
Plant XL™ has become a standard of excellence
for the prevention of root rot, with many satisfied clients
in hydroponic growing operations and high value field crops.
Plant XL™ is a trusted product with a time proven track
record.
How does it work?
Plant XL™ is a liquid mixture of living
bacteria, trace elements, humic acid and fulvic acid. The
bacteria that are contained in Plant XL™ are common soil
bacteria; these bacteria are collected and multiplied at
Alpha Agri-Products Inc.
Most of the families of bacteria belong to the compost type
families and have been found to be a good match against
many pathogenic organisms. Plant XL™ works by creating a
competitive environment around the root zone (rhyzosphere).
The bacteria in Plant XL™ deprive pathogenic organisms of
food and keep a balance in the root system. This simple
formula has worked in nature since the start of creation.
On what crops?
Plant XL™ works on any living plant and
will help protect the root zone of any living plant. (Check
rates)
Benefits. Plant XL™ has properties that
act as a natural chelating agent, transporting nutrients
into the plant. Many studies have shown that plants grown
with humic acid have stronger cell membranes and trap moisture
better than plants grown without humic assistance. Plant
XL™ will therefore give plant protection from drought like
conditions or if errors have been made during irrigation.
Roots that are exposed to humic substances grow better root
hairs which are essential for optimal nutrient uptake.
