{"product_id":"diatomaceous-earth-perma-guard-fossil-shell-flour","title":"Diatomaceous Earth Perma-Guard Fossil Shell Flour","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"420\"\u003eDiatomaceous Earth - Perma-Guard Fossil Shell Flour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eNatural Pest Control, Soil Conditioner \u0026amp; Mineral Additive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"784\"\u003ePerma-Guard Fossil Shell Flour is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"558\"\u003efood-grade diatomaceous earth (DE)\u003c\/strong\u003e made from the fossilized remains of ancient freshwater diatoms. Mined and milled into an ultra-fine powder, it offers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"717\"\u003echemical-free, mechanical solution\u003c\/strong\u003e for controlling soft-bodied insects and improving soil structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eThis versatile mineral product is ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"931\"\u003egarden pest management, animal housing, grain and seed storage, and as a natural soil conditioner\u003c\/strong\u003e for increasing silica and improving texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eInsect Control Without Chemicals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eDiatomaceous earth works by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003ephysically damaging the exoskeletons of insects\u003c\/strong\u003e, causing them to dehydrate. It is highly effective against ants, fleas, mites, earwigs, slugs, and crawling insects in the garden or greenhouse-without harming earthworms, pollinators, or soil biology when used properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eHow to Use in Garden, Home, and Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eGarden pest barrier\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lightly dust leaves, stems, and soil surface around plants. Reapply after rain or irrigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eChicken coops and barns\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sprinkle in bedding, nest boxes, and corners to reduce mites and lice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eSeed and grain storage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mix 1-2% DE by weight into stored grain to prevent weevil and larval infestation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eCompost and soil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Add ½-1 cup per cubic foot of soil or compost to increase silica and improve texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003eImproves Soil Texture and Mineral Balance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003eDiatomaceous earth contains \u003cstrong data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003e85-90% silica\u003c\/strong\u003e, which supports \u003cstrong data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eplant cell strength, resilience, and nutrient uptake\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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