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Bioweed weed control

ABOUT BIOWEED WEED CONTROL

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Bioweed is a non-selective weed killer that works fast on contact with the weed to rapidly desiccate and burn weeds. It works by stripping the outer coating of contacted plant and seed material, causing cell collapse and desiccation. The plant uses its natural water cycle to pull water and energy out of the root system and dehydrate the plants growth system. Bioweed will not only kill the weed, it will also lower your count of seeds in the ground, which means less applications and waiting time to having a perfect weed free garden.

WEEDS IN GRASS

As Bioweed is a contact herbicide, if you spray directly on to grass it will kill the grass. So, you need to target and achieve full coverage of the weed in the grass. If you get a little contact with the surrounding grass, you will see some browning of the grass, but this will grow out.

WHAT IS THE ACTIVE CONSTITUENT?

Pine oil, Bioweed is 100% sourced from sustainably farmed pine trees, hand tapped, farmed and managed by indigenous stewards. Providing them with an income and support for their local community.

The pine oil we use is hand tapped and fully sustainable, from a few sources around the world.

The relevance of the hand tapped is that this product is fully sustainable. The pine oil is extracted by traditional means by ‘tapping’ the pine tree. This means that the pine oil is at its most pure state.

HOW DOES THE SEED SUPRESSION WORK?

Direct contact with seed on the weed or in/on the soil will cause de-naturing of seed coat. This leads to the desiccation of the seed embryo and making the seed in-viable.

Bioweed will only suppress the seeds that it comes in to contact with. It is classed as a post emergent (basically attacks seeds above ground). Bioweed is non-residual it will not sit in the soil. It is important to note that if used over long term the seed bank will be controlled as less seeds are being added to the seed bank. Spray patterns can be reduced by 50% over the long term.

WHAT WEEDS WILL BIOWEED CONTROL?

Bioweed will control a large range of herbaceous and grass type weeds. It will also suppress the seed of these plants. Bioweed will not control woody weeds such as lantana and devils fig. This is because it works on the waxy cuticle of the leaf and not the lignin (trunk).

IS THERE A DANGER OF OFF TARGET PLANT DAMAGE?

Off target damage is very low. As explained above, Bioweed will not damage tree root systems and trunks. This is because it is not a systemic herbicide. Bioweed will not trans-locate throughout the soil and will break down into carbon within 72 hours. Bioweed is perfect for control of weeds around new garden planting and valuable plants.

WHAT IS THE SHELF LIFE?

Dependent on the storage of Bioweed, it is registered to have a shelf life of 2 years. (See label)

WILL BIOWEED KILL GRASS?

Bioweed will control most types of grasses. As it is not a conventional herbicide, full coverage of the grass is needed to get full control. If using Bioweed as an edging tool, a fine edge can be achieved as it will not retract back into the lawn area. Please note that when treating mature grasses with ‘runners’ a follow up treatment in 4-7 days will be required.

IS BIOWEED SAFE FOR USE AROUND PETS AND ANIMALS?

With no withholding period Bioweed is safe for pets and animals to use the area immediately after the area is dry. This will ensure maximum time for the weed killer on the leaf surface for best results.

WILL BIOWEED NEED FOLLOW UP TREATMENTS TO ACHIEVE A FULL KILL?

If application label is followed, Bioweed will achieve a full kill of targeted plants. Mature weeds will need slashing, or brush cutting prior to treatment to control and may require follow up treatments.

IS BIOWEED SAFE FOR USE AROUND BUGS, BEES & INSECTS?

With no withholding periods, Bioweed is safe for animals. We recommend always keep pets away from treated areas while the spray is wet. Once dried pets can return to the area.

Bioweed is a non-systemic natural herbicide that will not affect bee and insect populations when used as per directions (i.e do not directly spray on to insects).

CAN IT BE USED NEAR WATERWAYS?

Do not apply Bioweed if water bodies, water courses or wetlands are within 30m down-wind of the application area.

CAN BIOWEED BE USED AS AN EDGING TOOL?

If using Bioweed as an edging tool, a fine edge can be achieved as it will not retract back into the lawn area. Please note that when treating mature grasses with ‘runners’ a follow up treatment in 4-7 days will be required.

CERTIFIED ORGANIC APPROVALS

Bioweed is approved by NASAA, ACO and APVMA for use around organic farms and food production.

DO I NEED TO USE PPE?

Yes, we recommend you use gloves and goggles when mixing and using Bioweed. As Bioweed is an herbicide this places us in the same category as all herbicides. The regulatory bodies we have to answer to requires us to have certain warnings on our products even though there are no nasties in our products.

DOES IT AFFECT SOIL BIOTA AND BENEFICIAL FUNGAL MYCELIUM?

Bioweed has been tested on both beneficial bacteria and mycelium and will have no effect on the population long term, this is the same for earth worms. With Bioweed being a non-residual, it allows the soil microbes to break the Bioweed down in the soil within 72 hours.

CAN BIOWEED DRY OVERNIGHT?

It depends on the weather conditions and amount of Bioweed you are spraying at the time as to how quickly the Bioweed will dry. We recommend for best results to spray Bioweed on a hot sunny day.

IS BIOWEED SAFE FOR GRAZING ANIMALS?

Bioweed has no withholding period, which means it’s safe for use around grazing animals. We recommend always keep animals away from treated areas while the spray is wet. Once dried animals can return to the area. This ensures the weedkiller maximum time on the leaf surface.

WHAT IS THE MIX RATE FOR THE CONCENTRATE?

Bioweed will work from a mix rate of 10% for small or emerging weeds and up to 20% for mature and stubborn weeds. We always recommend testing at a low mix rate between 10-15% and a bit of trial and error and learning the best efficiency on your targeted weeds.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR THE BIOWEED TO WORK?

It depends on the weeds you are trying to kill. Some weeds have visible symptoms within minutes.

WILL BIOWEED AFFECT THE SOIL PH?

Bioweed is PH neutral it will not affect your soils PH.

HOW MUCH COVERAGE WILL I GET FROM THE BIOWEED?

It depends on what weeds you are spraying, the mix rate you are using, if you slashed back first and how dense and mature the weeds are. As a general rule please see below.

1L Ready to spray = approx. 10m2
5L Ready to spray = approx. 50m2

Concentrate | % | L of product | m2 coverage

5L | 20% | 25L = 400m2
5L | 10% | 50L = 800m2

10L | 20% | 50L = 800m2
10L | 10% | 100L = 1600m2

CAN BIOWEED BE USED TO KILL WEEDS IN SAND AREAS?

Yes, Bioweed can be used on sand, as long as you can make good contact with the weed.

HOW LONG AFTER SPRAYING BIOWEED UNTIL I CAN REPLANT?

Bioweed is non-residual and will break down into carbon within 72 hours. We recommend a 72-hour period before re-seeding.

HOW TO APPLY BIOWEED?

For hand held sprayers, keeping the spray nozzle close to the intended spray target is the single most important means of use. This will ensure that the spray completely penetrates the foliage and accesses the all important centre and base of the plant. As with all herbicides – if you wish to treat mature or large plants it is often more effective to remove them by mechanical means (slashing or mowing) and then treat the emerging regrowth.

CAN BIOWEED BE USED IN SYNTHETIC GRASS?

Yes, Bioweed is perfect for use in and around synthetic grass as it won’t damage the grass. Please be aware it may be slippery in the area you spray until the product dries.

DOES BIOWEED KILL ROSES?

Bioweed works well around roses. When spraying it will not affect the stem, just be careful not to spray on the actual leaves otherwise they will brown off.

WEEDS CONTROLLED

ACANTHUS

Bioweed will struggle to completely kill Acanthus as it can become quite thick and dificult to manage.

AFRICAN LOVE GRASS

Yes, Bioweed will work on this grass. We recommend slashing the weed prior to application and really drench it at the base of the plant. It will require follow up applications as soon as it reshoots to kill off the root system.

AGAPANTHUS

No, Bioweed will not work for Agapanthus.

AGERATUM

Yes, make sure to cut back prior to application and ensure full coverage.

ARUM LILY

No, Bioweed will not work for Arum Lily.

ASPARAGUS FERN

No, Asparagus Fern is too woody for Bioweed.

ASTHMA WEED

No, Asthma Weed is too woody for Bioweed.

BATHURST BURR

Bioweed will control Bathurst Burrs if it isn’t too mature. Bioweed will also control the seeds that it comes into contact with. Mature plant will need follow up treatments.

BAMBOO

No, Bamboo is too woody for Bioweed.

BARLEY GRASS

Yes, Bioweed will work, we recommend slashing the weed prior to application and really drench it at the base of the plant. It will require follow up applications as it reshoots to kill off the root system.

BILLY GOAT

BINDI

Yes, Bioweed will kill Bindi weed and is also great to kill off the seed heads.

As Bioweed is a contact herbicide, if you spray directly on to grass it will kill the grass. So just need to target the weed and get full coverage to kill the Bindi. If you get a little contact with the surrounding grass, you will see some browning of the grass, but this will grow out.

BINDWEED

No, Bindweed is a climber and has intricate roots that Bioweed cannot penetrate.

BLACKBERRY

Mature Blackberry plants are too woody for Bioweed. Bioweed will only kill Blackberry when it is at a VERY early growth stage.

BLUE HELIOTROPE/PURPLE TOP

Bioweed will only suppress immature Blue Heliotrope. We recommend to slash prior to application and saturate to the point of run off, it will require repeat applications as it reshoots.

BLUE HOUND'S TONGUE

Bioweed will only kill Blue Hound’s Tongue while in the rosette stage.

BLUE PORTAWEED

Bioweed will only suppress Blue Portaweed. We recommend to slash prior to application and saturate to the point of run off, it will require repeat applications as it reshoots.

BOXTHORN

No, Boxthorn is too woody for Bioweed.

BRAMBLES

No, Brambles is too woody for Bioweed.

BRACKERN FERN

Bioweed will only control young emerging Bracken Fern, not mature plants.

BUCHAN WEED

Yes, Bioweed will control Buchan Weed. We suggest slashing prior to application and ensure a full coverage.

BUFFALO LAWN

Bioweed is non-selective, so it may cause dieback on the areas sprayed.

BUFFEL GRASS

Bioweed will only suppress Buffel Grass. Slash prior to application and drench the base – ensuring full coverage. Depending on how established the grass is, it may require follow up applications.

BURR MEDIC

Yes, we recommend to slash prior to application and ensure full coverage. It may require follow up applications depending on how established the weed is.

CALTROP

Bioweed will work on young emerging Caltrop but will struggle to control the mature plant. We recommend slashing the weed prior to application and then spray, ensuring full coverage to point of run-off.

CAPE HONEYSUCKLE

No, Cape Honeysuckle is too woody. Bioweed may suppress it at young growth stages with follow up applications.

CAPEWEED

Yes, Bioweed will kill Capeweed, we suggest slashing the area first, then apply a full coverage application. Depending on how established the weed is it may require follow up applications.

CARPETWEED

Yes, slash prior and ensure a full coverage application.

CATS CLAW

As Cat’s Claw is a climber, it is difficult to guarantee complete coverage, therefore Bioweed will only be able to suppress it.

CATS EAR

Yes, we suggest slashing the area first, then apply a full coverage application. Depending on how established the weed was it may require follow up applications.

CHICKWEED

Chickweed is a ground cover creeper. Being that Bioweed is a contact herbicide, it is important to ensure full coverage for an effective kill.

CLOVER

Yes, Bioweed will kill clover.

COBBLERS PEGS

Yes, it will kill Cobblers Pegs and the seed that Bioweed comes into contact with.

COUCH GRASS (TWITCH)

Bioweed will kill the couch that it comes into direct contact with; however, as couch has runners and a prolific root system it is difficult to get a full coverage. Couch would require full coverage application and will need follow up applications to keep it suppressed.

CRABGRASS

Yes, Bioweed will treat Crabgrass.

CROFTON WEED

No, Crofton weed is too thick/woody for Bioweed.

CROWS FOOT

Bioweed will only be able to suppress Crow’s Foot as it has a prolific root system.

DANDELIONS

Yes, it will kill dandelions. We suggest spraying the heads before they blow away and spread further.

DEVILS FIG

No, Devils Fig is too woody.

DOCK

Yes, it will kill Dock.

DOUBLEGEE WEED

Bioweed will only control and suppress Doublegee weed. Bioweed will however kill the seed that it comes into direct contact with and stop it from spreading further.

FARMERS FRIEND

Yes, Bioweed will kill farmers friend easily as well as the seeds.

FEATHERTOP RHODES GRASS

Bioweed will not kill Feathertop rhodes grass due to it’s massive root system.

FERAL ALSTROEMERIA

Bioweed will assist in suppressing it but will not be able to kill completely. The best method we could suggest would be to pull it out.

FIREWEED

Yes, slash prior to application and ensure full coverage to all of the foliage.

FOXGLOVE

No, Foxglove is too thick for Bioweed.

FOXTAIL

Bioweed will control Foxtail. However, as it is a clump forming plant, ideally you want to physically control it before spraying, to ensure you get adequate coverage at the base.

GALVANISED BURR

No, Galvanised Burr is too woody for Bioweed.

GAMBA GRASS

Yes, slash prior to application and ensure full coverage, it may require follow up applications depending on how established it is.

GERANIAS

Yes, although it will require multiple applications.

GORSE

Bioweed will only be able to suppress younger Gorse and will need follow up applications.

GRASS

If the grass has a tap root, make sure to cut it back and saturate with Bioweed completely (to the point of run-off). Depending on how established the grass is, it may need follow up applications.

GREAT MULLEIN

Yes, slash prior to application and ensure full coverage, it may require follow up applications depending on how established it is.

GREEN PANIC GRASS

Yes, slash prior to application and ensure full coverage, it may require follow up applications depending on how established it is.

HAWTHORN

No, Hawthorn is too woody for Bioweed.

HOLLY IVY

No, Holly Ivy is too woody for Bioweed.

HOREHOUND

Yes, ensure to slash prior, depending on how established it is it may require multiple applications. Bioweed is great for seed control.

HORSEWEED

No, too thick. Possibly see success at a very early growth stages, however it would not work on established plants.

INKWEED

Inkweed can grow to become quite shrub-like. Bioweed will only kill immature Inkweed. Slash and ensure full coverage.

KHAKI WEED

Yes, and the seed that Bioweed comes into direct contact with.

KIKUYU

Bioweed will only be able to suppress Kikuyu. Bioweed will not travel underground to kill the roots, so it will re-shoot. Follow up treatments are required for control.

LANTANA

No, Lantana is too woody.

LICHEN

Yes, Bioweed will kill Lichen.

LIVERWORT

As liverwort is an aquatic weed, Bioweed will not be effective against it.

LOVE GRASS

Slash prior to application and really saturate the base, it may require follow up applications. Bioweed is great for seed control.

MARSHMALLOW

Yes, it will work for Marshmallow weed.

MEXICAN CLOVER

Bioweed will kill young or emerging Mexican Clover.

MORNING GLORY

Morning Glory can bounce back from its roots pretty easily and it is a massive climber, it would be difficult to get adequate coverage for an effective kill.

MOSS

Yes, please ensure full coverage.

MOTHER OF MILLIONS

No, it is too thick and a prolific spreader.

NEEDLE BURR

Bioweed is great for seed control of this weed, it is difficult to kill completely.

NEEDLE GRASS

Yes, it will need multiple applications.

NETTLE

Yes, Bioweed will kill nettle.

NUTGRASS

Bioweed will suppress Nutgrass but it will take several treatments to control completely. This is because for every nut grass plant there can be multiple seeds or nuts under the plant. With follow up treatments you will be able to control the plant and the seed that the plant produces to stop germination in the future. It is important to get full coverage (to the point of run off) of the nutgrass. Best results are seen when applied in the morning of a hot sunny day.

ORLEANDER

Oleander is very difficult to control as it is a “woody” weed. We recommend digging out or cutting back then solarising.

ONION GRASS

If the onion grass is in flower Bioweed can suppress it. It will struggle to kill bulbs if the plant is dormant. We have had success with customers using Bioweed on onion grass in gravel/rocks.

ONION WEED

Bioweed will control onion weed. It is important to get full coverage of the weed. This is because Onion weed is a bulbing plant and stores a lot of its energy underground. If you are able to target the crown or center of the plant, you will achieve a full kill. Best time to spray is when the plant is flowering, and the bulb is at its weakest. Repeat applications will be needed, coverage and timing are key in the control of onion weed.

OX-EYE DAISY

Ox-Eye Daisy is a difficult weed to control due to its running root system. It may take multiple applications to eliminate the plant, however Bioweed will be effective in killing its seed (which it produces a lot of) and controlling spread.

OXALIS

Slash prior to application and ensure full coverage to the point of run off. It will need to be resprayed as soon as it reshoots to help starve the bulb underground and kill it off. It will require follow up applications.

OXALIS DILLENII

Bioweed can treat early infestation, it will need multiple treatments due to its bulbs and underground stems.

PADDY MELONS

Bioweed is not recommended to be used on Paddy Melons as they are a vine species. Unless they are just young sprouting plants (5-10cm).

If it is between 5-10cm, one treatment should be enough to kill. Make sure it’s a fresh seedling and not a slashed plant that has come back up as this will mean root systems are much larger.

PAMPAS LILY OF THE VALLEY

Bioweed won’t kill pampas lily of the valley unless just emerging as it is a vine type weed. It may also need multiple applications.

PARRAMATTA GRASS

Bioweed will control Paramatta grass. Slash prior to application and really saturate the base of the plant, it will require follow up applications.

PARTHENIUM

Yes, slash prior to application and ensure full coverage, it may require follow up applications depending on how established it is.

PASPALUM

Yes, ensure you spray the seed heads and saturate to the point of run off.

PATTERSONS CURSE/SALVATION JANE

Bioweed will control Paterson’s curse, but it may take more than one application to achieve.

PENNYWORT/DOLLARWEED

Yes, ensure full coverage.

PERIWINKLE/VINCA

Bioweed will not kill Periwinkle as it is a woody weed/shrub. It is best controlled at young stages of growth and may need follow up treatments.

PHALARIS

Bioweed will control Phalaris, best results at young stages of growth.

PIGWEED/HOGWEED

Young Pigweed only – before the weed becomes mature and woody.

PLANTAIN

Yes, Bioweed will kill plantain.

PRIVET

No, Privet is too woody.

PRUNELLA VULGARIS

No, can be too thick/woody.

PURSLANE WEED

Yes, but will require full coverage application.

RAGWOOD

Bioweed will treat young emerging Ragweed, but once mature, they can be quite woody at the base. At a mature growth stage Bioweed will not be effective.

RATS TAIL

Yes, Bioweed will control rat’s tail. We recommend removing seed heads and slash prior to application ensuring full coverage spray. It will require follow up applications.

RICHARDIA WEED

Yes, Bioweed will kill richardia, it may need follow up treatments.

ROBINIA SUCKERS

Bioweed will not kill Robinia Suckers, but it may suppress it with numerous applications.

RYE GRASS

Yes, full coverage to the point of run off is required and repeat applications will be needed.

THISTLE

Yes, Bioweed will kill thistle if small.

If they are big cut them first and then apply to the rosette. If larger ones may need a follow up application to kill completely.

SEDGE PLANT

Bioweed will suppress Sedge, but it is a difficult plant to control.

SETERIA GRASS

To control Seteria grass several, follow up treatments will be needed as it has a massive root system.

SENSITIVE WEED

Bioweed may suppress sensitive weed. Full coverage is needed and slash or mow back if over 15cm.

SERRATED TUSSOCK

Bioweed will not kill serrated tussock, it may suppress it after slashing if over 15cm and repeat applications.

SIGNAL GRASS

Bioweed will control Signal grass and its seed, it will need multiple applications.

SORREL PLANTS

Larger sorrel plants can have a large root system if they have been there awhile. So, it may be necessary to follow up after spraying (within a week) that should stop the plants coming up. The new ones are from the seed bank in the ground so will take time to kill those completely.

SINGAPORE DAISY

Bioweed will not kill Singapore daisy, it may suppress it after repeat applications. If you are removing the bulk of the plant by hand don’t leave it on the ground as it will re shoot.

SNAKEWEED

It will only work if the plant is at its smaller stages. Otherwise, it will need follow ups.

SHEPHERDS PURSE

Yes, Bioweed will work on this weed. Best to get Shepherd’s Purse early to control in one go.

ST JOHNS WORT

Yes, Bioweed will control St John’s wort. For best results spray the weed at full coverage – to the point of run off and on a hot sunny day.

SYNGONIUM

Bioweed will not kill Syngonium. We recommend pulling it out and dispose of in the bin as the roots can reshoot from any point.

TIGER GRASS

No, Tiger Grass is too thick for Bioweed.

TOBACCO WEED

Bioweed won’t kill tobacco weed as it is a woody weed, you may get suppression at it’s youngest stage of growth.

THREE CORNER JACKS

Bioweed will suppress three corner jacks, it may take more than one application to eradicate.

TURKISH RHUBARB

Bioweed will not kill Turkish rhubarb, it may suppress at a younger stage but will not kill.

WANDERING JEW

Wandering Jew is a difficult weed to control. This is due to their creeping ability and the tough waxy coating of the plant. Follow up treatments will be required to control this plant. If you are able to remove the bulk of the plant (do not leave on the ground as it will re shoot) then spray the emerging plants, you will achieve control.

WILD OAT

Bioweed will kill Wild Oat, but full coverage is needed to achieve a kill.

WILD RADISH

Bioweed does not kill wild radish it may suppress younger plants but will struggle to kill larger ones.

WILD VERBENA

Bioweed will control the younger plants, it will need follow up treatments for mature plants. They usually only like disturbed soil so over time once the grass or plants take over, they shouldn’t come back.

WINTER GRASS

Bioweed will kill winter grass and its seed heads.

WIRE WEED

Bioweed will work on Wire Weed, however, it may need multiple applications to kill off completely, depending on how mature the weed is. We recommend slashing the area first and then spraying – ensure a full coverage application.

WISTERIA

Bioweed will not kill wisteria as it is a very woody plant.

DEFINITIONS

CONTROL

Control: Stops weeds from reaching a mature stage of growth.

SUPPRESSION

Suppression: Greatly reduces or stops growth and vegetative development of a weed without killing it.

ERADICATE/KILL

Eradicate/Kill: The elimination of all live plant parts and viable seeds of a weed from a site.

SELECTIVE AND NON-SELECTIVE

A selective herbicide is used to kill weeds, but does not kill the valuable plant. Non-selective herbicides are the herbicide of choice for people who want to kill all vegetation in an area.

Bioweed is a non-selective weed killer that works fast on contact with the weed to rapidly desiccate and burn weeds.

ACID BASED HERBICIDES VS. BIOWEED

Bioweed’s active ingredient is pine oil where other organic herbicides are usually based on an acid.
Acid based herbicides work via a burning action. Where Bioweed strips back the waxy coating of the leaves, dehydrating the plant and ensuring it cannot obtain energy to grow.

WITHHOLDING PERIOD

A withholding period (WHP) is the time that must pass between chemical application, including through the feeding of treated feed, and the slaughter, collection, harvesting or use of the animal commodity for human consumption. These are mandatory for the domestic market and are on the label of all registered products.

As Bioweed has no withholding period it can be used around animals without any need to keep them away from treated areas.

POST AND PRE-EMERGENT

Conventional herbicides come in two main categories, post and pre-emergent. Simply put, post-emergent means that it kills the weeds around they have come out of the ground. Pre-emergent means that they sit in the soil killing the weed seed when it is germinating.

Bioweed is a post-emergent herbicide that has pre-emergent qualities. This just means that Bioweed will control the weed the is current growth but also has the power to suppress the seeds that it contacts. This is the big difference in Bioweed’s seed suppression ability – It does not have to wait in the soil for the seed to germinate to kill it but sterilises the seed on contact. One of the biggest issues with conventional pre-emergent is that it stays in your soil for many months and can negatively affect your soil health. As Bioweed is non-residual it will suppress the seed and within 72hrs Bioweed will break down in the soil.

ROSETTE

Rosette is a term for the stage when the plant is at its lowest and doesn’t have the stem shooting out of the middle.

Plant Food & Probiotics

ABOUT PLANT FOOD & GARDEN PROBITOTICS

WHAT IS A SOIL PROBIOTIC?

A soil probiotic is another name for soil microorganisms. They are the small workhorses of the natural world that break down of organic matter and cycle nutrients into a form that plants can use to grow. They are not only vital to the plant’s ability to uptake nutrients but also play a role in the development of a healthy soil structure.

WHAT ARE MACRO & MICRO-NUTRIENTS?

Nutrients for plants can be broken down in to two main groups, macro and micronutrients. Macro nutrients are nutrients that are needed in large amounts for the everyday functions of a plant. These can be called the building blocks of the plant. You may have heard of Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K). These are all macronutrients that the plants need to survive. RE-250 is a great addition to your soil as it can help to unlock and distribute these nutrients to the plant’s root systems. Micronutrients are just as important, but plants only need small amounts. Some of the common ones are Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn) and Copper (Cu). Biotic booster has been shown to increase the availability of these nutrients in the root zone to aid the uptake by your plants.

WHY IS THE SOIL SO IMPORTANT?

Previously soil was thought to play a supporting role in the growth of plants. With the increase in technology and scientific research, a new understanding of the importance of a healthy living soil ecosystem has been established. We now know that it is the most important part of a plant’s productivity. With the use of plant probiotics from Greenpro Solutions, you can keep your soil healthy while limiting the impact on the environment.

WHY IS BIOTIC BOOSTER BETTER THAN USING SYNTHETIC FERTILISERS?

Synthetic fertilisers usually contain a high concentrate Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium with some other micronutrients. Although they are in a readily available form that plants can use, they can also leach out of the soil quickly. This means that you may have to fertilise your plants several more times during a growing season. Organic fertilisers, on the other hand, can have a larger range of macro and micronutrients but need bacteria in the soil to help break them down in to plant food. We recommend using both the RE-250 and Biotic booster to achieve a long term wholistic fertilisation for your plants.

CAN THE RE-250 AND FP-60 BE MIXED WITH FERTILISERS?

Yes, as the RE-250 and FP-60 bacteria are stable you can mix with liquid fertiliser. The rule of thumb is if the fertiliser will not damage the plant’s root system or foliage, it will not harm the microbial population. We recommend using the RE-250 and Biotic booster together to get the benefit of the bacteria and organic fertiliser as they work symbiotically. Studies have shown that there have been increases in plant productivity when both microbes and organic matter have been used.

WILL SOIL PROBIOTICS WORK IF I APPLY A HIGHER RATE?

The short answer is no. If you are looking to increase a population of the beneficial bacteria to your plant’s root zone it is much better to re-apply the RE-250 every two weeks. This is because there is only a certain number of bacteria that is needed to establish a healthy population. It can be thought of the same as applying fertiliser. If you repeat the applications every few weeks you will see an increase in productivity but if you applied the fertiliser all at once you will see a decrease. The same goes for soil probiotics.

IS IT SAFE TO USE AROUND PETS AND OTHER ANIMALS?

All plant food and garden probiotic products are made to be safe to use around all pets and animals. As there is no withholding period it is safe to apply in the yard without harming your animals and the native wildlife.

WHAT WATER CAN I USE WITH RE-250 & FP-60?

It is recommended that dechlorinated water is used for the mixing of both RE-250 and FP-60 as heavily chlorinated water can affect the productivity of the microbes. If you do not have access to tank or dam water, dechlorinated water can be made by either boiling tap water and letting it completely cool down or leaving a bucket of tap water outside in the sun for 24hrs.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR RE-250 TO COLONISE A ROOT SYSTEM?

The germination of bacillus will happen quickly after it has been exposed to water. After waiting the recommended 20 minutes before watering in the microbial population will take roughly 2-3 days before a becoming colonised.

HOW LONG WILL RE-250 STAY IN THE SOIL?

Because the beneficial bacteria colonise the root system and not the soil itself it is dependent on the plant type that you are applying the RE-250 to. Once the plant has been removed the bacteria will return to spores and break down over time. When planting a new crop, reapply the RE-250 to re-establish a healthy bacterial population.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO WATER THE RE-250 INTO THE ROOT SYSTEM?

It is important that the RE-250 soil energizer is applied as close to the root system as possible. Beneficial bacteria need to detect the chemicals that a plants root system gives off so the closer you can get the product to the root system the better chance of establishing a population you will have. It is important to note that it may be more difficult to get to the root system in clay and heavy soils so repeat applications may be required.

WHY ARE LONGER ROOTS BETTER?

RE-250 and Biotic booster have been shown to increase the size of plant root systems. This is highly beneficial as it does not only increase the drought resistance of the plant by being able to reach deeper for water but also increases the plant’s chances of retrieving vital nutrients that are needed for growth.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO REAPPLY RE-250 & FP-60?

It is important to reapply all three products as directed by the instructions. Plants need healthy soil to achieve maximum growth so if the soil is imbalanced it can affect the population the same way that it can affect your plants. Reapplying will ensure that the bacterial population stays healthy and in turn, helps your plants stay healthy.

HOW DOES IT PROTECT AGAINST PESTS?

RE-250 and FP-60 can protect your plant’s root system and foliage from disease and pathogens by creating a protective sheath around the nodes of the roots and leaf surface, meaning the diseases are not able to penetrate the plant. The bacteria also have a symbiotic relationship with the plant and can help tell the plant to produce chemicals to control unwanted pests. Reapplying the RE-250 and FP-60 before seasonal outbreak times will help to defend against the usual diseases.

HOW DO I STORE MY SOIL PROBIOTICS?

It is recommended that the products be stored in a dark cool place in an airtight container. This will increase the longevity of the product and ensure that you have stable microbes for future use.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GREENPRO SOLUTIONS PROBIOTICS AND THE COMPETITION?

Greenpro Solutions have been researching for years to develop and find the most stable and productive strains of Bacillus. Both the RE-250 and the FP-60 have several different strains that work together to give a wholistic approach to soil microbes. Increasing yield and plant productivity. The science behind our Plant Probiotics has been used for years in some of the most arid places on the planet to help farm these spaces.

Orders & shipping

ORDERS & PAYMENTS

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY ORDER WAS SUCCESSFUL?

All orders that have been successfully placed will be accompanied by an order confirmation via email. This should come through within an hour from purchase and can sometimes land in the junk or spam folder so don’t forget to look in there!

If you didn’t receive this email, please contact our Customer Service team so we can ensure that everything has been processed correctly.

SOMETHING IS MISSING FROM MY ORDER?

We’re really sorry your order hasn’t arrived as it should have. Please get in touch with our customer service team so we can assist in resolving this as soon as possible. info@bioweed.com.au or 1300 907 107.

MY ORDER HAS ARRIVED DAMAGED OR FAULTY?

We’re really sorry that an item you’ve been waiting for has arrived damaged!

If you receive a damaged or faulty item, please get in touch with us and we will arrange a replacement.
info@bioweed.com.au or 1300 907 107.

CAN I CHANGE OR UPDATE MY ORDER?

We work to get your order to you as quickly as possible, so once your order is placed it’s not usually possible to make any changes.

If you’re able to immediately contact us by phone (during business hours), sometimes we’re still able to update your address or cancel an order if it’s not yet on its way to you. Emails and contact forms don’t get to us quickly enough to try to make a change, so please call us as soon as possible.

If you accidentally entered the wrong address, please let us know and we’ll contact our postal service provider to ask that they update this for you or return your delivery to us. If they are able to return to us, we will then contact you to confirm the correct address.

WHERE DO I PURCHASE BIOWEED?

Bioweed is sold exclusively online at www.bioweed.com.au.

WHAT PAYMENT METHODS DO YOU ACCEPT?

You can place your online order using any of the following payment options:

We accept all major domestic credit cards (VISA, Mastercard)
PayPal
Apple Pay
After Pay
Google Pay
Zip Pay

CAN I PURCHASE IN STORE?

Purchase in store or online pick-up from our Sunshine Coast office located at 9 Research Street, Coolum Beach. Open Monday to Thursday 8am – 4pm and Friday 8am – 3pm.

SHIPPING & POSTAGE

POSTAGE & HANDLING

All orders are fulfilled from Sunshine Coast, Queensland. We endeavor to dispatch orders which are in stock within two business days of receiving confirmation of payment. All deliveries are insured and tracked.

POSTAGE COSTS

Flat Rate Shipping Australia Wide at an unbeatable price of just $12.50! Postage available Australia wide via insured and tracked postage.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO RECEIVE MY ORDER?

Once your payment has been processed, we make it our aim to dispatch your order within two business days.

All orders placed by 12am (QLD time) Monday to Friday are normally dispatched within 1-2 business days. Public holidays and high-volume times of year may cause a slight delay to regular processing.

You will receive an email once your order is dispatched, allowing you to track delivery online (allow 24-48 hours for tracking information to be available).

RETURNS & EXCHANGES

RETURN POLICY

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it unused and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, you can contact us at info@bioweed.com.au. Please note that returns will need to be sent to the following address: 9 Research Street, Coolum Beach 4573 QLD Australia.

If your return is accepted, we’ll send you instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.

If your claim falls outside of the 30-day period, we’ll still do our best to assist. Please give us a call on 1300 907 107 to discuss your options. You can always contact us for any return question at info@bioweed.com.au.

DAMAGED OR FAULTY ITEMS

Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

EXCHANGES

The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

REFUNDS

We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded your order amount, not including postage, within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at info@bioweed.com.au.

DELIVERY & TRACKING

HOW DO I TRACK MY ORDER?

If you haven’t yet received a tracking number, that means we’re working on processing your order. Your tracking number will be sent via email as soon as your order leaves our warehouse. This can take 1-3 business days depending on how your order will be delivered.

If after this time, you do not have a tracking number, you can contact our customer service team for assistance.

Your tracking number will be sent with the subject “Your order is on its way.”

Click on the Track Delivery button or copy the Tracking Number at the top of the email and enter it online via the below link:

https://app.shippit.com/track

HOW LONG UNTIL I RECEIVE MY ORDER?

Once your payment has been processed, we make it our aim to dispatch your order within two business days.

All orders placed by 12am (QLD time) Monday to Friday are normally despatched within 1-2 business days. Public holidays and high-volume times of year may cause a slight delay to regular processing.

Unfortunately due to COVID-19 Australia Post is extremely busy so scan events are minimal and we are experiencing extended delivery periods at the moment.

Expected delivery time is 5-7 working days after ordering and paying (7-10 days for WA and remote areas), although quite often it is sooner. You will receive an email once your order is dispatched, allowing you to track delivery online (allow 24-48 hours for tracking information to be available).

COMMERCIAL/BULK ORDERS

HOW DO I PLACE A BULK OR COMMECRCIAL ORDER?

For bulk or commercial orders contact info@bioweed.com.au or call us on 1300 907 107.

HOW CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT COMMERCIAL SALES?

Contact Bioweed sales to organise a demonstration and consultation on how Bioweed can be implemented in to your business or as part of your overall weed control plan on 1300 907 107 or info@bioweed.com.au.

SPRAYERS & EQUIPMENT

HOW MUCH COVERAGE WILL I GET WITH THE FOAMER?

The Foamer will output approximately 40 times more than when applied via a spray application. This is a result of accurate targeting of the foam on the weeds and less wastage from run off.

GREENPRO FOAMER + SPRAYER INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUAL DOWNLOAD

HOW LONG DOES THE BATTERY LAST ON THE FOAMER?

The greenPRO Foamer + Sprayer is USB rechargeable and will last approx. 120mins depending on how you spray.

Resources

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