Espoma Soil Perfector

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Espoma Soil Perfector
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Product Overview

The Espoma Soil Perfector is an all natural soil conditioner that also offers permanent physical barrier to voles. Soil perfector is approved for organic gardening and its one time application ensures that its components would not break down or degrade. It permanently improves all soils including clay and sandy and it averts compaction while promoting excellent root growth for rapid plant establishment. The soil conditioner enhances drainage and moisture confinement. It creates a perfect balance of air, water and nutrients for improved soil structure.

Other than that, the Espoma Soil Perfector works very well in discouraging voles to dig through. The soil conditioner is made from ceramic mineral that creates a durable, lightweight, abrasive granule that effectively prevents voles from damaging soil without harming them physically.

The 30 lb size replaces the old 27 lb size (SPF27).

Features and Specs

For use in All soils (including clay and sandy) and potting mixes (flower, vegetables, shrubs, trees)
Application One time application
Pet safe Yes, if used as directed on label
Special Features Permanently improves structure of any soil and protects plants from vole damage
Shipping Weight 31.20 lbs
Manufacturer The Espoma Company (Mfg. Number: SPF30)
UPC 050197034302

Details

What is a Perfect Soil?

Successful plantings require a soil structure consisting of approximately 50% solids, 25% pore space for air, and 25% pore space for moisture. While this may be common in undisturbed forest areas, it is not the general rule for homeowners today, whose topsoil has often been stripped away.

Many homeowners have heavy clay soils, which lack adequate pore space for air and can lead to poor drainage, reduced root growth, and greater susceptibility to environmental stress. Others have dry sandy soils, which lack adequate pore space for water and can lead to excessive drainage, as well as a loss of nutrients from the root zone.

What is Soil Perfector?

One application of Espoma Soil Perfector permanently improves the structure of any soil. Soil Perfector is made from a naturally derived, ceramic mineral that is kiln-fired at temperatures in excess of 2000º F. This process creates a durable, lightweight granule containing thousands of tiny storage spaces that hold the perfect balance of water, air and nutrients for an improved soil structure. Unlike other amendments such as peat moss and gypsum, Soil Perfector will not break down or degrade so you do not need to re-apply it year after year.

Directions

Preparing Flower & Vegetable Beds

One 27 lb. bag covers 10 sq. ft. Spread a 1” layer of Soil Perfector across the entire bed (2” layer for severely compacted soils). Work into the top 6 inches of soil with a shovel, rake or rototiller.

New Individual Plants

Dig a hole at least twice the diameter and slightly less deep than the root ball of the plant. Mix 1 part Soil Perfector to 3 parts removed soil. Follow planting directions and water thoroughly.

Container Gardens

Line the bottom of the container with 2 inches of Soil Perfector. Fill the container with 1 part Soil Perfector to 3 parts potting mix for improved aeration and drainage.

Existing Plants

Using a spading fork around the drip line of the plant, rock and twist the fork to open cracks and crevices as deeply as possible.

Fill the cracks with Soil Perfector. For large trees, dig narrow trenches 18 to 24 inches deep starting between the trunk and the drip line and extending out into the surrounding soil. Dig at least 5 trenches in a wheel spoke pattern. Fill the trenches with Soil Perfector.

How to Identify Voles

Voles are small mammals that measure between 4-8.5” from head to tail. Often called field mice, these creatures destroy trees, shrubs, and other plants by gnawing on their trunks or eating their root systems.

To check if you have voles look for 1-2” wide burrows and quarter size holes around your plant. Also look for 1/8-3/8” gnaw marks around plant stems that are formed at various angles. Rabbits gnaw marks are much wider, smoother and occur at 45° angles. If your plant is leaning over and drooping, lift its root system from the ground to see if the roots have been eaten. If many of the above symptoms are present, then you probably have voles.

What is Soil Perfector?

Soil Perfector provides a permanent physical barrier to voles. Soil Perfector is made from a naturally derived, ceramic mineral that is kiln-fired at temperatures in excess of 2000º F. This process creates a durable, lightweight, abrasive granule that voles are naturally discouraged to dig through. Soil Perfector is non-toxic and will not physically harm the voles. Furthermore, Soil Perfector will not break down or degrade in the soil so one application is all you ever need.

Directions

New Plantings

Dig a hole 6-8” wider and 1” deeper than root ball. Line bottom of hole with 2” of Soil Perfector. Place plant into hole. Form 3-4” solid band of Soil Perfector around plant. Fill remainder of hole with soil and mulch top with 1-2” layer of Soil Perfector from drip-line to crown.

Existing Plants

Dig a 1’ deep, 3-4” wide trench around plant drip-line. Fill trench with Soil Perfector. Replace existing mulch with 2” layer of Soil Perfector from dripline to plant stem.

Planting Bulbs

Dig a hole 2-3 inches deeper than specific depth recommended for bulb. Line the bottom of the hole with 2-3” of Soil Perfector. Set bulb in hole. Fill remainder of hole with a minimum of a 3” lining of Soil Perfector. Backfill the remainder of the hole with a mix of 50% Soil Perfector and 50% previously removed soil.

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  • 5 of 5 Stars

    Great Stuff

    By Phil on 06/24/2022

    Espoma Soil Perfector is great stuff. It accomplishes what the manufacturer says it is supposed to do: enrich the soil while deterring voles. We'll use it as long as we can get it.

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  • 5 of 5 Stars

    Great soil amendment properly named Perfector

    By Clark on 05/13/2022

    The Espoma Soil Perfector has been a godsend for maintaining the open soil the hardy orchids like. This year, it was unavailable in Baltimore. Fortunately, DoMyOwn had a good supply at a reasonable price. Shipping was amazingly fast and reasonable given the weight!

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  • 5 of 5 Stars

    Soil Perfector

    By Hubert on 07/07/2023

    Great product. Comes in handy around the yard for top layer and bottom layer of potted plants. Helps with drainage as well as keeping birds and pests away from plantings. Ordered a 30lb bag on line and it was shipped to my house Very Satisfied!

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How far does Espoma Soil Perfector go?
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One 27 lb bag of Espoma Soil Perfector will treat 10 sq. ft.

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