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Soni-Grow is a system of applying sound
and nutrients in a foliar feeding program that produces dramatic results in
the growth, yield and maturity of
plants. Soni-Grow is an organic blend of nutrients, enzymes,
hormones, carbohydrates and stimulants. Among the most important nutrients
are nitrogen
from
organic sources, potash, phosphorous
(<1%) and calcium. The sound element of the Soni-Grow System is
produced by a Veges® Sound Machine or
audio tape which produces an audible, low frequency sound of less than 4000
Hertz. The frequency of this special sound stimulates the pores on plant
leaves to open. When these pores,
are
open, the plant is able to increase its absorption of carbon dioxide and
Soni-Grow’s Nutrient many times over. The sound increases plant
absorption both foliarly and by root uptake, resulting in greater growth and
production. Soni-Grow Nutrients have been frequency tuned to match
the Veges® Sound Machine, in order to produce the greatest possible results.
There are other plant growth stimulants, but the Soni-Grow’s
performance is a result of its unique use of low frequency sound and
frequency tuned nutrients.
Soni-Grow is available in a home and
garden kit for your back-yard garden and in gallon or drum quantities for
commercial use.
The Soni-Grow’s patented technology of
specially balanced sound and foliar feeding will enhance the growth of
crops, producing measurably increased yields of high-quality, nutritious,
healthy fruit, vegetables, nuts and herbs, as well as outstanding flowers
and tree growth. Fruits and
vegetables will grow bigger, mature earlier and last longer. An additional
benefit of using Soni-Grow is that it produces healthier plants, and
may thus decrease
the
need for harsh, chemical rescue, because a healthy plant will be more
resistant to insects and diseases.
Soni-Grow’s effect on plants can be
tested almost immediately. Just use a Refractometer, an instrument that
measures the Brix [sugar content of plant sap] before spraying and about ½
hour after spraying, or use a control group that does not get treated with
Soni-Grow.
Soni-Grow
can be applied to virtually any plant and is especially beneficial in use
with seeds. Use Soni-Grow with:
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Row crops such as
lettuce, spinach, soy beans, broccoli, corn, onions, potatoes, carrots,
tomatoes, etc.
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Bush crops and berries such as strawberries,
raspberries, blueberries and bush beans, etc.
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Tree fruit including
apple trees, cherry trees and peach trees
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Ornamentals including flowers and taxus
baccata (ornamental yew)
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Small grain crops including rice, wheat ,
oats, speltz, and barley
BENEFITS OF
USING THE SONI-GROW SYSTEM:
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Stimulates plant growth both
foliarly and by root uptake.
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Increases absorption of carbon dioxide and
moisture
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Better uniformity of fruit and vegetable
size
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Dramatically increases flowering and
fruiting productivity leading to increased yields
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Higher brix and nutrient levels
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Superior taste
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Longer shelf and storage life
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Increased resistance to pests and disease by
strengthening the plant’s immune system
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Earlier maturity of produce, permitting
farmers to beat their competition to market
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Inexpensive to use, producing much more in
yield than the cost of the product.
About The Soni-Grow
Nutrients
Soni-Grow
Nutrients are an organic based and specially balanced blend of
nutrients, enzymes, naturally occurring hormones, carbohydrates and
stimulants. It is the best possible “balanced food” for your crops. Among
the ingredients in the
blend are: organic nitrogen from compost tea extract, kelp, natural plant
sugar extracts, natural growth regulators and stimulators and amino acids.
Because the product contains ingredients such as kelp, just about all trace
minerals that are found in the sea will be found in Soni-Grow. However,
because they are only in “trace” quantities, they cannot be placed on the
label. Plants only need a small amount of trace minerals and these are found
in correct balance in our mixture. The finished product is frequency tuned
to the sound produced by the Veges® Sound Machine and tape, making them
completely compatible and harmonic. No other foliar spray will perform as
well with the Veges Sound Machine. Frequency tuning increases the potency of
the effect of the nutrients when sprayed in conjunction with playing the
unique low frequency sound. The sound played before, during and after
spraying, increases the receptivity and absorption rate of the plant, and
prepares it to receive Soni-Grow’s high potency nutrition.
Because
it is frequency tuned, Soni-Grow nutrient mix can also be used as a
soil fertilizer. Soni-Grow may be used in liquid planters (on or
near the seed), transplant solutions, or drip systems. A quart per acre is
the suggested rate. Soni-Grow may be mixed with other fertilizers
for use in the soil.
Soni-Grow
Nutrients should not be left in direct sunlight, or allowed to freeze.
ABOUT THE
VEGES SOUND MACHINE AND AUDIO TAPE
The Veges®
Sound Machine is a low frequency, audible sound machine whose tones
stimulate the uptake of foliar and ground nutrients by the target plant(s)
by opening pores. It will increase the absorption of carbon dioxide,
moisture and nutrients from the air. The low frequency of less than 4000
Hertz is not blocked by buildings or trees. The Veges® Sound Machine covers
a 50-100 acre circular pattern. Sealed units are built to last a lifetime
when properly cared for, as there are no moving parts. The unit includes a
built in solar panel/battery charger and timer. A car battery and three
(3) 5 ft. by 4 inch PVC pipes [code 40] need to be obtained locally. These
pipes become the “organ pipes” to amplify the sound. The battery runs the
sound unit and the solar panel keeps the battery charged. Never play the
sound for more than a few seconds without the 5 foot pipes inserted into the
collars or the speakers will be damaged. Stands are sold separately.
A separate stand should be used with the Sound
Machine. The stand
should support the sound box such that the bottom of the pipes are at
least 12 inches off the ground. It can be more than 12 inches, but never
less. The sound that the unit emits will travel down the PVC pipes and will
then roll out along the ground. This is the best way for the sound to
travel. You can build your own support unit as long as it keeps the bottom
ends of the PVC Sound Tubes that you attach to the sound box, at least 12
inches off the ground or purchase the specially designed aluminum stands
from BWT. Be sure to attach the sound box to the frame to prevent dislodging
or theft. You will also need to put spacers between the 5 ft. tubes in the
middle and/or near the ends to prevent dislodging the collars from the
bottom of the sound box. Set screws may also be used to secure the pipes
into the collars. Gluing is not recommended as it makes the entire unit
cumbersome to deal with thereafter. Finally, we suggest some flexible
screening be placed over the bottom end of the pipes to prevent insect or
bird entrance.
The unit should never be
played if it is not attached to the 5 ft. PVC pipes. However, you may want
to test the unit before you go to the trouble of mounting it in the field.
The unit should produce an audible sound. However, Do
not play the sound for more than 5 seconds without the pipes or damage will
occur. If a
unit does not produce an audible sound when attached to a 12 volt car
battery and selected for “manual” mode when first received, then it should
be returned post paid for an exchange. Be sure and note the small
indicator bar that appears in the face of the timer as you select the
various modes.
Important
to remember: The sound produced by the Sound
Machine, although a low frequency, is audible. If when standing next to a
plant you cannot hear the unit from a given distance with normal hearing &
no distracting noise, that means it is probably not working on that plant.
There may be some residual benefit to the plant, but it will not produce the
desired results.
An
alternative for smaller acreage: The
Veges® Sound Machine is intended for commercial acreage of 50-100 acres. It
can certainly be used on smaller acreage, but might not be as cost effective
for small areas as the use of a tape recorder or boom box. For Greenhouses,
the sound from a tape is sufficient. If you have acreage that you feel is
too small for the Veges® Machine, but too big for convenient use of a tape
recorder or boom box, here is a suggestion:
Connect a tape player
or boom box to the front of a tractor, and one to the back. As the
tractor travels through the fields, the sound will be emanating in both
directions. Then park the tractor in the area and let it continue to play
for another 20-30 minutes. Normally, you want to play the sound at least
30 minutes before you spray and at least 30 minutes after you spray, but
this technique is worth trying.
Using the Soni-Grow System is
Simple
1. Dilution
Rate and Application Coverage:
Soni-Grow
Nutrients come in a concentrate and must be diluted before use.
One pint of product is intended to cover one acre. The ideal
dilution rate is 25 parts of water to 1 part of concentrate. However, it
is important to remember that the dilution rate is directly related to the
spray rate of the equipment you are using to apply the product. For
instance, the dilution rate will be different for a field sprayer and an
aerial sprayer, but only because the spray rate of each is different.
Again, the ideal dilution rate is 25 to 1. The same amount of product will
be used per acre, whether you need to dilute the product 20 to 1 or 200 to
1. It is always one pint per acre, using the least amount of water
possible. Don’t be deceived by comparing dilution rates. It is the product
coverage that is important. When calculating the cost of using Soni-Grow
or any other application, always use the product coverage. When you do
this, you can see how inexpensive using Soni-Grow is. We calculate
the cost to cover one acre is less than $20 per acre, per spray. Not much
when you consider the results.
2.
Mixing The Nutrient
Be sure to follow these simple instructions
carefully and in the following sequence.
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Make sure the spray tank is clean. Fill
partially, add small amount of dish soap and household ammonia. Shake or
run circulating pumps and spray out on a dirt surface to remove any
pesticide residues.
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Fill the tank 2/3rds full with
non-chlorinated water. (If chlorinated water is all that is available,
fill tank and let stand open overnight, without a cover.)
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Shake
the nutrient bottle vigorously for sufficient time to mix contents that
may have settled to the bottom.
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Pour
the measured amount of Soni-Grow Nutrient into the tank remembering
to take into account the spray rate of the equipment you are using.
REMEMBER: 1 Pint Covers 1 Acre
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Continue filling the tank to desired
volume. Circulate tank to mix.
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Once mixed, do not leave Soni-Grow
Nutrients standing for more than a couple of hours. Do not leave standing
in a hot sun. Do not let freeze.
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Avoid using galvanized or rusty tanks.
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DO
NOT mix any other chemicals or fertilizers with Soni-Grow!
3.
Best Spraying Times
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The best time to spray is early in the
morning and/or early evening. It is also advantageous to spray while the
dew is still present on the leaves. (Remember, the sound system increases
moisture absorption).
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Do not spray when temperature drops below 55
degrees or is above 90 degrees.
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If it is too cold in the morning, then spray
after 4:30 in the afternoon. If it is very hot all day, spray in the late
evening or just before sunrise. Overcast, foggy or humid conditions can
extend the spraying window beyond 10:00AM.
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Never spray in the middle of the day in
sunny or windy conditions.
Never combine other
chemicals with Soni-Grow and never spray other chemicals when the Sound Unit
is running.
4.
Playing The Sound
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Make sure the Sound Unit is advantageously
placed so that you can audibly hear the sound while standing next to the
target plants. Remember, if the plants are not in hearing range of the
sound, it won’t be working on those plants.
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It
is best to run the Sound Unit daily, for 2-3 hours in the early morning
and again for 2-3 hours in the early evening. Playing the Sound every
day, even without spraying Soni-Grow, is beneficial to the plants. This
will help plants absorb dew, carbon dioxide and nutrients from the air and
soil. You will only spray every 12-14 days [every 30 days for flowers and
other sensitive plants, but the sound should be played every day, if
possible.
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Before spraying, run the Sound Unit at least
30 minutes.
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When spraying Soni-Grow, leave the Sound
Unit running
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After spraying leave the Sound Unit on for
at least another 30 minutes.
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Because playing the sound increases the
absorption of moisture, it is extremely beneficial to use the Sound Unit
in drought conditions. In drought or very hot conditions, play the Sound
Unit at night so as to take full advantage of the dew.
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Do not run units for more than 6 hours in
any 24-hour period, and not in hot temperatures above 90°F (32°C)
NOTE:
Never use any other chemicals while playing sound
units. If you are due to apply a fungicide and a Soni-Grow spray, first
apply Soni-Grow, followed by the chemical spray. Since Soni-Grow
nutrients are frequency tuned to the Veges Sound Machine and audio tape, the
use of any other foliar product is not recommended.
5. Soni-Grow
Spray Program For Field Crops and General Use
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For most healthy plants, spraying every 12
to 14 days is more than sufficient. Generally speaking, you do not want to
spray more often than that, because you can over-stimulate a plant.
(Remember, playing the sound, even when you haven’t sprayed is
beneficial.)
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Spray both sides of the leaves (where
possible) until fully coated.
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For Sick Plants or severe plant condition,
spray 2 days in a row, and then every 7 days until condition improves.
When condition improves go back to once every 12-14 days.
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Specific
Spray Program For Beans
| First Spray: |
5th or 6th
Leaf Stage |
| Second Spray: |
1st Bud Stage |
| Third Spray: |
1/3 –1/2 pod fill (this
is the largest energy draw down in the growth period) |
| Spray every
2-3 weeks thereafter as possible |
Specific Spray
Program For Fruit And Nut Trees
To
Get More Fruit and Nuts
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SPRAY PROGRAM |
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First Spray: |
Pre-bloom |
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Second Spray: |
Petal tight (tight
cluster) |
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Third Spray: |
Full Bloom |
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Fourth Spray: |
Between 35-45% petal
fall |
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Fifth Spray: |
2 weeks after the
abortion stage (fruit drop) |
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Sixth Spray: |
3 weeks later |
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Seventh Spray: |
3 weeks later |
TO GET LARGER
FRUIT/NUTS
(Instead
Of More Fruit/Nuts)
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SPRAY PROGRAM |
| First
Spray: |
Pre-bloom |
| Second
Spray: |
Full
bloom |
| Third
Spray: |
2
weeks after fruit drop stage |
| Fourth
Spray: |
3
weeks later |
| Fifth
Spray: |
3
weeks later |
| Sixth
Spray: |
3
weeks later |
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Seventh Spray: |
3 weeks later |
NURSERY STOCK
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Nursery trees should be sprayed every two
weeks during non-dormancy periods.
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Follow all mixing, spraying and sound
application instructions as above.
Grape
Spray Program
This program is specifically good for grapes
because it will provide for rapid vine development, earlier and higher
production, higher brix levels and improved disease and frost protection.
NEW PLANTINGS
Always make sure that there is adequate spray
coverage of all leaf surfaces, top and bottom. If conditions are really
dry, higher water rates are advised.
ESTABLISHED
VINES
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5 SPRAY PROGRAM (minimum) |
| First
Spray: |
When
shoots are 3” to 5” long |
| Second
Spray: |
Pre
bloom at tight petal stage |
| Third
Spray: |
At
full bloom |
| Fourth
Spray: |
At
approx. 40% petal fall |
| Fifth
Spray: |
Approx. 3 weeks later |
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For additional
size increase, brix level increases, induced maturity, additional sprays
towards harvest time are strongly recommended.
Propagation with
Soni-Grow
Benefits
There are tremendous benefits to be derived
from using SONI-GROW during this crucial germination period. They
include:
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Faster germination -
There is a strong possibility of highly
accelerated germination times with many different types of seeds.
This can lead to earlier maturity and crop turnaround times.
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Higher Strike Rates of Seeds and
Cuttings- This is especially true
with difficult to strike seeds and cuttings.
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Hardier Seedlings and Cuttings-
Hardier seedlings and cuttings can withstand difficult conditions and
disease better.
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When you treat seeds and cuttings with Soni-Grow,
they produce plants that are more receptive to the Soni-Grow System
much sooner.
THE TREATMENT FOR SEEDS
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Soak seeds in a solution of 1 part Soni-Grow
nutrient to 50 parts water.
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Seeds should be left to soak for 6 hours
with Sound Unit running continuously.
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Seeds should then be immediately planted.
The solution the seeds have soaked in can then be used to water the seeds
when planting.
Seed
Treatment Alternatives
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If seed is required to be dry before
planting with machine, seeds can be laid out on black plastic sheeting
and placed in the sun until dry.
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If seeds are very small, e.g., flower seeds,
they can be planted into cell trays, watered with 1:50 mix solution of
Soni-Grow Nutrient and the sound played daily.
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With large seed in broad acre situations:
mix a 25:1 solution of Soni-Grow, pour or squirt a small amount of it into
a half full sack of seeds. Then seed can be tipped/poured into empty
sack. Repeat process and refill bags to original contents. In this way,
seeds will be lightly damped with Soni-grow which should absorb
into the seed by the time the treating is completed. Another method is to
inject solution into top of bag with a hypodermic needle and then invert
bag to let it trickle down across seed. Operate the Sound Unit for 6
hours close to seeds prior to use.
Important:
When mixing Soni-Grow nutrient with water for
propagation, first pour the water into an empty container, then add the
nutrient mix thoroughly.
The Treatment for Cuttings
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If possible, the plant that you are taking
cuttings from should be sprayed with Soni-Grow and sound played a
day or so prior. A Soni-Grow treated parent plant should produce
superior cuttings.
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As with seeds, a 50:1 (one half label rate)
solution of Soni-Grow Nutrient and water should be made up.
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Cuttings should be sprayed at least once a
week—preferably twice a week—until they are established.
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Once established, the regular solution mix
can be sprayed every 12-14 days. The frequency of spraying can be altered
to suit the propagator depending on what rate of growth or health
maintenance program desired.
Herbicide
Reduction with Soni-Grow
One of the wonderful side benefits of using
the Soni-Grow System is that there will naturally be a decrease in
the need for harsh chemical rescue products because plants will be
healthier. On the other side of the equation, using the sound part of the
system in conjunction with non-selective herbicides may also increase
absorption, and the amount of herbicides needed to be used to kill weeds may
be decreased. Weeds stimulated by the sound may increase their
absorption capacity many times over. So, play the sound unit prior to
non-selective herbicide spraying of weeds. Reduced herbicide rates may
effectively equal or better the normal kill rate.
Warning:
Do not play sound when using selective herbicides over an economic crop as
you will not only be increasing the absorption rate of the weeds, but the
economic plant absorption as well. Even though selective herbicides are
represented not to harm economic crops, there may be a more intense reaction
in the economic crop, so exercise caution.
Increased Frost
Protection
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If frosts are anticipated, a spray of
Soni-Grow with the Sound Unit operating through the night can greatly
aid frost resistance. If unable to spray Soni-Grow in time, some
benefit can still be derived by operating the Sound Unit at night. The
degree of frost protection offered by the sound and Nutrient program
varies. Avoid running the Sound Unit 24 hours a day by switching off the
unit in the morning when units have been running at night.
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One of the theories behind this frost
protection is that the increased sugar levels and the rapid stimulated
translocation of the Nutrient by the Sound Unit “exercises” the vine and
induces production of plant sugars and alcohol. Alcohol does not freeze.
Also, a healthy plant will translocate water out of the cell interiors
into the intercellular spaces. Ice crystals in the intercellular spaces
will not damage cell structure.
NOTE:
Be sure to turn off sound units whenever a fungicide or pesticide is
applied
Some Simple Questions and Answers
Q:
Will the sound affect my animals or annoy my neighbors?
A:
Animals usually like the sound and most people do not consider it offensive,
even when standing near the Machine. The Veges Sound Machine is a
commercial unit intended for commercial use and so should not be situated
near a house. There is no volume control on the unit. From a distance the
sound just becomes a back-ground noise, but if too close, it could annoy
neighbors.
Q: Are fertilizers still necessary or is Soni-Grow
a substitute?
A:
Soni-Grow is not a substitute for ground fertilizer. It is a plant
growth stimulator and enhancer with a small nutrient content. We always
recommend that the grower continue to fertilize as usual. Good soil
testing, replacement of missing nutrients and biological activation are also
recommended. After Soni-Grow treatment, you can expect more rapid
growth, earlier maturity and yield increases on top of what you would
normally expect. You can experiment later with reduced fertilizer inputs,
but initially, it’s best to continue as you normally would.
Q: Is Soni-Grow a cure all?
A:
Soni-Grow can be used to help sick plants heal themselves, but it is
not a cure all. If you have a problem, we recommend soil and plant tissue
analysis. Soni-Grow will not overcome a major soil deficiency. It
may help the plant deal with the deficiency, but ultimately, the deficiency
must be corrected.
Q:
Can you give a plant too much of a good thing and overdo it?
A. Yes, you can. It is important to follow
directions, because you can over stimulate a plant and do harm. Soni-Grow
is a very “high energy” product. Plants grow from energy, not
fertilizers although fertilizers supply energy and may be incorporated into
the plant structure. The Spray Programs are designed to provide the right
amount of energy, stimulation and nutrients for the plants and provide
excellent results. You can “overspray”. On the other hand, playing the
sound unit throughout the season at designated times is a recommended
practice. Just try not to stray dramatically from the prescribed programs. |