Five:Two (Humic Acid:Kelp Extract Blend)
Five:Two is a blend of Humic Acid and Kelp Extract based on a 10 year study that showed the combination of Humic Acid & Kelp at a 5:2 ratio proved 50% more root mass than either product used separately. Virginia Tech's research team showed that the 5:2 ration let to more root mass fruit mass. Kelp and Humic Acid are known biostimulants. Kelp contains plant beneficial compounds, and Humic Acid aids in their absorption.
APPLICATION RATES:
Soil Drench
- Mix 1.5 tsp per 5 gallons of water
Foliar Spray
- Mix 1/4 tsp per gallon of water
Compost Tea
- Mix 1 tsp per 5 gallons of water, add after brew.
Five:Two can be added to other fertilizers and biologicals, though when preparing a mixed foliar spray, check all product labels to ensure mixing ingredients does not compromise their effectiveness.
TeaLAB's Five:Two is CDFA approved!
Current research
Previous research has proven the benefits of microalgae and humic acid individually, and this study shows that together they create a blend that is shown to improve growth and yield of some crops.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0304423819304492?via%3Dihub
In a study comparing liquid seaweed fertilizer, humic acid, and a combination of both, the combination blend most increased the shoot growth, carbohydrate content, total protein, and total chlorophyll content.
Seaweed and humic acid extracts are known biostimulants that can increase yield and quality of crops, like the durum wheat in this study.
https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4395/11/7/1270
