Environ-Mend™ Organic Binder
Organic Binder
Description
Environ-Mend is a natural, 100% psyllium fiber derived from the outer coating of the seed. It is a solid beige-tan powder used as a binding agent with hydroseeding mulch for seeding or erosion control applications. Environ-Mend has proven to be effective in holding fiber in place, improving grass stands and reducing overall erosion. It is a stable non-toxic dust with no components listed as carcinogens.
Characteristics
Active Ingredient: 100% Psyllium
% Protein content: 16.7
% Settleable solids: 80.8
1% Solution pH: 5.5
% Total Nitrogen: 2.68
Uses
Environ-Mend may be applied as a wet slurry or to dry surfaces in the following applications. To be used in well ventilated areas with a dust mask, goggles and rubber gloves for safety measures. The material is slippery when wet, sweep up any spills and avoid washing them down.
- • Erosion control
- • Dust Control
- • Caltrans compliant
- • Binding agent
- • Seeding applications
Aplication Rates
40 to 160 pounds per acre depending on degree of slope.
Prepare the slurry by mixing seed, mulch, fertilizer, Environ-Mend and water in the tank in the amounts specified. Add all material slowly and mix thoroughly.
It should be stored in a cool dry place.
Packaging
50 lb. heavy duty paper bags.
Palletized at 40 bags/pallet (2,000 lb.)