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plutodrive Denver, CO(Zone 5b) Feb 08, 2008

Can someone please explain what this is, what it does and if it is necessary.

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Farmerdill Augusta, GA(Zone 8a) Feb 08, 2008

It is a nitrogen fixing bacteria. Don't use it myself as I have never found any benefit.

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eweed Everson, WA(Zone 8a) Feb 08, 2008

I am with dill Hard to beat good soil but its sold so some think they should buy it. Here is a blurb by a seller. Ernie



Bean Inoculant

Most legume crops such as beans and peas rely on naturally occurring, nitrogen-fixing bacteria called rhizobium to reach their full-yield potential. Dusting your dampened seeds with this easy-to-use product containing 3 different types of rhizobial bacteria, assures that these beneficial organisms will be present in the root zone, thereby increasing plant vigor and boosting yields. Treats up to 5 lbs. of seed.


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plutodrive Denver, CO(Zone 5b) Feb 08, 2008

Thanks- I used to grow beans in Illinois and didn't have a problem. I just saw it recommended on the Heirloom Acres site. I don't want to spend the extra money if it is unnecessary.

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paracelsus Elmira, NY(Zone 6a) Feb 09, 2008

It's good to use if you are planting legumes in an area where they haven't grown before, like sod. Otherwise, the stuff is already there in the soil.

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