What is Thatch?
Thatch is a layer of dead grass, or mulch, that when thick enough can be ugly and detrimental to your lawn. It happens when the dead grass is produced faster than the microbes found in nature can break it down.
At that point, the thatch buildup promotes several types of turf disease. Alpha Thrive All-Natural Liquid Dethatcher is a concentrated dose of microbes strong enough to accelerate the break down of debris. It creates a rich, natural fertilizer by converting thatch to organic matter.
Liquid Dethatcher helps eliminate the need for power raking and back-breaking labor. Liquid Dethatcher increases nutrient absorption and stimulates quicker breakdown of dead grass or mulch. What’s the result, you ask? You’ll see a stronger lawn that is better able to withstand stress, excessive heat and disease.
How to Use All-Natural Liquid Dethatcher. The Details.
Click here to download the 32oz. bottle instructions.
Put down your rake and start dethatching today with this chemical free and non-toxic solution.
- Acts as a natural defensive barrier to your grass to help protect from diseases.
- Not harmful to beneficials, i.e.: earthworms, ladybugs, spiders.
- Safe to use around kids and pets when used as directed.
Click here to download the 32oz. bottle instructions.
32 oz Bottle Directions for Use:
Shake well. Apply product directly to lawn. Estimated four (4) minutes of spray time will dispense contents of 32 oz. bottle. Follow up treatment with a light watering. For newly seeded lawns, apply directly to soil. For best results use three (3) times per year: Spring, Summer and Fall. We recommend applying this product when it is cooler, as in the morning or evening to reduce evaporation. Download Directions for 32 oz. hose-end sprayer.
128 oz Bottle Directions for Use:
Shake well. Add concentrate to hose-end sprayer and set sprayer setting to four (4) Tablespoons per gallon. For a tank sprayer, mix 2oz per gallon in the tank. 1 diluted gallon mix will treat approximately 312 feet. Apply directly to lawn. Follow up treatment with a light watering. For newly seeded lawns, apply directly to soil. For best results use three (3) times per year: Spring, Summer and Fall. We recommend applying this product when it is cooler, as in the morning or evening to reduce evaporation.
Application and Coverage:
- 32 oz. hose-end sprayer treats 5,000 sq. feet.
- 128 oz. bottle treats 20,000 sq. feet.
- Each fluid oz. makes approximately a half gallon.
- Handling Instructions:
Safety and Handling Instructions:
Safety & Handling
Alpha Thrive Dethatcher uses all natural ingredients and does not contain harsh chemicals. Safe to use around kids and pets when used as directed.
Store in a cool place. Do not allow product to freeze. Keep out of reach of children. Wash hands after handling. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wear eye and skin protection when handling bacterial inoculants. Persons with a comprised immune system should consult their physician before handling bacterial products. No warranties are implied or expressed, and buyer assumes responsibility for the proper use of the product.
Information regarding the contents and levels of metal in this product is available at aapfco.org/metals.
Alpha Thrive; The All-Natural Treatment For Landscape, Garden, and Ponds.
Liquid Dethatcher FAQs
Alpha Thrive: The All-Natural Treatement For Landscape, Garden, and Ponds
Is Alpha Thrive a chemical?
No, our formulation consists of water, nutrients and ABS’ proprietary blend of microbes.
How do I apply Alpha Thrive?
Alpha Thrive can be mixed with water or applied directly to the soil. It contains no fertilizer, herbicide or pesticide. It’s environmentally friendly, safe to use around children and pets and won’t interfere with other treatments. In most applications it will be applied as a soil drench. A hose-end sprayer can be used at 4 TBL per gallon setting. Click here for directions on using the Turf and Thatch 32 oz spray bottle.
Can I over-treat?
No! Alpha Thrive is all-natural and doesn’t contain any toxic chemicals, so it’s virtually impossible to over-treat.
Is Alpha Thrive a fertilizer?
No.
Can I use Alpha Thrive with a fertilizer?
You don’t have to use Alpha Thrive with a fertilizer, but you certainly can! We recommend an organic fertilizer, but it’ll work great with any type you choose.
Do I still need to fertilize?
Yes, Alpha Thrive is a soil conditioner allowing the soil and plants to more effectively uptake available nutrients currently in the soil as well as future applications.
Where can I buy Alpha Thrive?
Alpha Thrive is available at many local retailers. We’ll be happy to help you find a location near you!
What is the shelf life?
Alpha Thrive products have the unique ability to sustain a shelf life of two years from the date of manufacture. The efficiency of the product is maintained by the complex number of bacteria and the proprietary method of suspension.
When is the best time to apply Alpha Thrive?
Alpha THRIVE works best when the soil temperature (not air temperature, but actual soil temperature) is 45 degrees or higher. To see your area’s daily soil temperature go to http://www.greencastonline.com/tools/SoilTempMaps.aspx
Alpha Thrive Safety & Handling Instructions
Safety & Handling
Alpha Thrive Root & Soil Drench uses all natural ingredients and does not contain harsh chemicals. Safe to use around kids and pets when used as directed.
Store in a cool place. Do not allow product to freeze. Keep out of reach of children. Wash hands after handling. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wear eye and skin protection when handling bacterial inoculants. Persons with a comprised immune system should consult their physician before handling bacterial products. No warranties are implied or expressed, and buyer assumes responsibility for the proper use of the product.
What area does Alpha Thrive cover?
32 ounces covers approximately 5000 square feet. Water in after application for best results.
Can Alpha Thrive be used as a foliar application?
Alpha THRIVE is not intended as a foliar application. The product is intended to be applied or watered to reach the soil where it performs best.
Can Alpha Thrive be used hydroponically?
Yes.
How often do I apply Alpha Thrive?
Some people apply it each time they water their plants and some every other time. Because it is all-natural and you cannot over-treat, we let each person decide their schedule. However, for optimum results we suggest weekly treatments.
