Just 1 Teaspoon And Your Plants Will Thrive

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

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[@danzoe25]

Try adding rice to the shaker so that it breaks the clumps as it is shaken. My family has been doing it for years in our salt shaker because in humid conditions salt tends to clump up

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

@@danzoe25 👍👍👍

[@agataWKW]

I've never thought a plant channel can be so interesting! Science for a geek and plants, all I love in one place :D

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@oksills]

Who? Just who would think anyone could consistently, make caring for our beloved plants so fun & entertaining? But you do ! Thank you Sir!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Wow, thank you!

[@NailahRoberts]

You must wear a mask when using this stuff, the silica is an irritant and can damage human lungs.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks! I mentioned that in the vid 😁

[@NailahRoberts]

@@SheffieldMadePlants I know you did but I never saw you wear one 😉❤️

[@nancyholmes7012]

Excellent point!!

[@nancyholmes7012]

Great explanation but I have a lung disease & can’t use it

[@iloveprivacy8167]

With all that shaking of the spice jar method - I think I'd additionally take it outside. (& STILL wear the mask - I like my lungs!)

[@JoycePulis-p9y]

To spread your earth more evenly try using a flour sifter. I also found out a little cedar shavings on top of the soil helps with insects and smells.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Great tip!

[@shay61]

Yes, I've used this for the last 2 yrs. Works wonders. This is available @ Lowes. Also there is a sprayer (yellow&white) that you can purchase separately. Helped with the spring invasion of large black ants also.❤❤❤ ❤❤❤❤❤

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

👍👍👍

[@kelammo]

Use rice in a shaker to keep it from clumping. There are little accordion ducted things that are awesome. My DE came with it.

[@neyasexpress9520]

Try putting some rice in the spice bottle with this powder and rice will not let this powder clump up when you try to evenly spread on the soil

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks for the tip

[@klsygrms]

I bought some off Amazon and it came with something to put it in that can blow it out. Depending on which way you use it you can do a fine layer or a thick layer.

[@golfclashlover]

Love your videos btw. I grew up in Birmingham, England and you crack me up. I like how simple and down to earth your videos are and find your information very helpful. I was wondering though, do you like flowering plants? Have you done a video about your flowering plants?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks! Got one on orchid and lipstick plant

[@charliebrown9188]

Thank you so much for that tip Mr. Sheffield, I just ordered some DE and ill be dusting my entire home from floor to ceiling - perhaps not as I also have several aquariums. On the compost front, I get that we all have our preferred mixes, I found a compost that is more as an amendment rather than the cheap multipurpose compost, and I amend it further with coco coir and perlite and it seems to work for me. And even before I found this type of compost I have never experienced bad smells. I fought the fungus gnats off with neem oil rather successfully. And I'm hopping that the DE will help with spider mites, thrips and mealy bugs, cos I'm also pulling my hair out as I have tried almost everything I can think off. I will try an area with the spray bottle and another area with the brush, both as you suggested 🙂 Once again, thank you

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Hopefully it works for you 🤞

[@melissajenkins9960]

Your cuts and comments in this are hilarious. I love it 😆 “unless you want to blow up your plants..”

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Glad you enjoyed it 😁

[@firozapatel9811]

I have ordered diatomaceous earth,thank you for all your suggestions and advice…your videos always teach me a ton about plants growing and how to care @ big thanks 😘

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Best of luck!

[@orfljim]

You could use a flower sifter to apply the diatomaceous earth.

[@mwatson4970]

U know, I have had a bag sitting for almost a year and you just inclined me to try this with my one mite and one mealy bug infested plants. Nothing else has worked, so this may be the final try. Perfect timing as always.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Great to hear!

[@Tminus89]

Heard of something like this, will order a pot now that the dark droopy days are upon us! Thanks for the tips, useful as always :)

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MrMyrmex]

I didn't know there was a powdered version but I have used the chalk form. I have been using it for keeping ants out of places they shouldn't go, but it doesn't seem last to long. A small amount of moisture seems to nullify the effect for me and I have to redraw the barrier. Now I want to try out this powdered version!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Worth a shot

[@TheLowJacq]

Hi, I have an ant problem as well. The powder won't be any different from the chalk. It's light and powdery it blows away on the wind, so you need to reapply. Also get a spray bottle of peppermint or lavender Essential oil and spray the trails to and from the hill an hour or so before using the DE. The ants don't like those scents and will avoid them.

[@eggmcnog]

bags usually come with an air duster/puffer tool. You only need a light dusting not a half inch layer lol. youre adding sooooooo much in these videos you only need to dust things with it

[@bkrbkrl]

Here are the cons, some of which were covered, some not: DE is NOT to be breathed in: people need to heed the warning about that. Those who swear by it's use are also the ones that swore it makes a great de-wormer when given to animals, which it does not. As mentioned, it is porous and absorbs water. Once wet, it expands and the sharp shards disintegrate, rendering it worthless from that moment on. It has to be re-applied in gardening after rain and the same applies to any situation where it gets wet. DO NOT use this on velvet leaves: it will be a nightmare to get completely off. It is a messy nightmare to get off anything. It turns to a clay like mush when wet and dries in clumps. The clumps can be broken up into powder again, but why bother? The effectiveness is gone. There are lots of "old wives tales" out there that people "swear by." They are hit or miss at best. .

[@mighty_isis9294]

Dude, are you trying to Halloween scare us early with all those close-ups of spider mites?!?! 😧😧😂😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Never 😅

[@michapawliszyn9609]

yea superb idea for your lungs:) do outside with proper protection

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Which is what i said...outside and wear a mask and gloves if you're easily irritated 😁

[@hangin-in-thereawesome4245]

I really enjoy your videos! Keep up the good work!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks, will do!

[@readmylisp]

Good stuff as usual.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Much appreciated

[@UtChaz]

I wonder if sybotanica will begin sales in the USA any time soon? They're on Amazon, but not the USA side, that I can find. Shipping would be horendous I bet.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

I think they plan to but i guess it's tricky shipping to another continent

[@JB_Fraulein_Kunst]

Aww the one on your amazon list isnt available

[@miamarina6514]

Thank you so much! Can I use it for ZZ plant to kill fungus? I mean black spots on a plant stems. Definitely not overwaterig

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Not sure about the effects of that

[@maoufreed1684]

Ah yes something white and powdery😉 Any way this dust may get into your lungs so get a facemask when using this one. Also wash your hands thoroughly it can get stuck in between your nails or use glove if you have one at home.

[@bibianaohio5399]

He didn't just say, "chuck Norrised" 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@suepowell5008]

Hello. Just as you said, diatomaceous earth IS like tiny glass shards. And then I am watching you play with this stuff right under your nose. Do you really want to be breathing in those little shards into your lungs? Not a good idea, unless you want to end up like a bug!

[@marqui0609]

This thing is too expensive

[@Lunas2525]

No it is super cheap doesnt seem like it should be but it is you can find it in the grocery store as a roach powder

[@musicalmarion]

Isn't it a bit messy and unattractive..? Sounds good if you have a big infestation though but do you need a mask? 🌿

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Yep I mentioned that

[@Gardening.shorts]

First

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

👏😁

[@jt2portlandme654]

Cinnamon helps kill my plant bugs, please talk about scale shell bugs. Spider plants get loaded with them. Easy to pick off , since they don’t crawl, but like a virus easy to contaminate. Keep plants outside all summer but virus can live in the lawn. Alcohol wipes help that but it’s constant work. Always great info, Sheffield!

[@Gardening.shorts]

@@jt2portlandme654 I use ground black pepper is that good?

[@psfgtech]

Bugs, they are awful

[@ScorpiAnaOctober-lh2gf]

Someone please answer why does three year olds like to eat plants 😂😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

🤷🏻‍♂️🤣

[@jenniferfaucett3012]

***Sheffield Made Plants Fan Embarrasses self by commenting on the wrong video!***

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Did you mean to put this on this video?

[@jenniferfaucett3012]

@@SheffieldMadePlants omg No I did not!! lol I’m so sorry!! I have been watching your videos for over a year and I saw one o had not seen(this one) so I hit save to a KZbin playlist and i decided to comment I on the video I was watching Prior to yours- which I assume I was still typing when your video came on and 🤷🏻‍♀️ it posted Here?!? Sorry again! I DO LOVE YOUR VIDEOS (and always hit the thumbs up) which are not just informative but very funny as well! My husband, who is not a big fan of plant videos, calls you “the plant guy I like” because he stops and watches as soon as he hears your voice! (We are also both big fans of Mrs.Sheffield and love it when she is even mentioned!) Sorry again and ty for the Great content you post on KZbin! I started out w just a few tropical plants… and quickly found myself getting rid of furniture to fit my now over 300 plant collection!(not including the propagations which took over the upstairs hallway which is Now lined with 5-6 bookshelves and 25+ grow lights it takes to keep them going) I am Now thinking about Selling cuttings as I am out of Space!! To think- it all started w one mini-monstera in my sunroom that grew over 5ft in one summer and draped over the large piece of driftwood I had hung above it…. It had 7 new Longer vines by the next summer and I had to start using command strip hooks on the ceiling. It was so beautiful and brought me such peace…….. It now takes me over 3 hrs to water just certain sections of my home 🫤 YOU ARE A VERY GOOD TEACHER, and explain things so well it has made my Fast transition into what could probably qualify as a home nursery Possible! I would have been Lost many many times without your guidance!! Ty again!! (And sorry😬)

[@liltsummerlin423]

I choked on my cheese when You say "It sticks around like a fart in an elevator" 🤣🤣 I wasn't expecting it but I'm here for it 😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

😂

[@KeatingChick]

We worked on a cattle ranch that had a diatomaceous earth mine on it. I'm glad you specified using food grade. VERY IMPORTANT!!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

For sure

[@wildliferox2]

The other problem I was warned about when using it indoors; wear a mask. Not good news if you inhale it, if you already have pulmonary health issues.

[@KeatingChick]

@@wildliferox2 Absolutely! I know I did when I had an infestation of fleas on my cats.

[@jasonsmith8324]

Sadly food grade still has 80-90% silica, so inhalation can still cause lung disease and cancer.

[@RookAdmirer]

For top dressing: mix your diatomaceous earth with perlite. It makes it easy to place on the top of the soil and stops the soil from making the diatomaceous earth wet, in which case it WILL NOT WORK. You must also BOTTOM WATER when using this technique. Edit: hah I finished the video and you said this at the end, apologies!!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

No probs 😁

[@jasonsmith8324]

Inhalation of diatomaceous earth and its accumulative exposure can lead to silicosis of the lungs. Silicosis is a type of pulmonary fibrosis, a permanent lung disease with symptoms similar to COPD. It is not recommended to use this substance indoors or apply it without wearing a respirator. Please thoroughly research this substance and use it at your own risk.

[@jasonsmith8324]

@@Spontanyus It has the identical cause of action in the lungs as asbestos. Both these substances can cause lung cancer long after exposure.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

I mentioned to use it outside and wear a mask on the video

[@wandashaw3551]

Maybe try putting some rice in the spice shaker to help keep it from clumping and flow out freely.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Great shout

[@Vmurph]

“Getting up all in their grill” “Sliced and diced into oblivion” 😂😂😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

😁

[@luciafischer3190]

Great advice, thank you. I put a few rice grains into my salt shaker, to prevent salt clumping.The rice absorbs the moisture and salt pours freely

[@TheLowJacq]

I just came to say the same thing. Rice in the shaker. A few grains is all you need, just replace them when refilling the shaker.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Perfect thank you!

[@jiggadaboom]

"Hes been Chuck Norris'd" 😂

[@EV0LS1D0G]

love the channel and always enjoy your vidz. but I'm wondering now if this product doesn't cause micro damage to your lungs if applied in this liberal way, causing little dust clouds around you. also might be tricky if it gets in your eyes. just think of what it does to the insect exoskeleton. of course it won't affect an entire human in such a dramatic way but i wouldn't want to risk this just to get rid of some pests. your health is the most important thing you have :)

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

I mentioned it's best applied outside and with a mask

[@karenlambert4973]

It does not cause any harm. I and many others take it internally as it has so many beneficial properties.

[@jackiewhitney5031]

@@karenlambert4973 Absolutely true!

[@jasonsmith8324]

@@karenlambert4973 It can cause silicosis of the lungs and long term exposure leads to lung cancer.

[@karenlambert4973]

Only with people that have worked for years farming it. @@jasonsmith8324

[@teresarose7524]

a mask is very important when using DE. the abrasive sharpness that kills insects is also really bad for you lungs if inhaled.

[@littlemuisje]

Ah yes, murder snow. And jsut in time for the holliday season.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

😅

[@vrankholland8113]

Better wear a mask when applying. The powder, ones inhaled, also dehydrates the lungs. So a health hazard warning is in place.

[@susanbrennan5511]

Thank you! I just bought food grade bag today. I’ve finally conquered an aphid problem on my 24 year old plumeria but I have to bring my other plants in this week as it’s going to freeze and I needed a preventative measure to ensure everything is healthy for the winter. Your videos are fabulous! Thank you!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thank you 😊

[@185Clare]

Will be trying this for greenhouse centipedes in the soil in my house plant. Thank you. Hadn’t thought of using it this way. Already had in the cupboard for my cats fleas.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Good luck!

[@dianebennett4440]

I bought a squeeze thing from ikea. I believe it applies powdered sugar to food. Hold it sideways and gently squeeze it. It throws out an even fine mist.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Ooo i'll have to have a look when i'm next in 👍

[@jacquelinebouldin8191]

​@@SheffieldMadePlantsI purchased one from Amazon a few years ago. 🙂

[@Gwing7061]

Thank you so much for this amazing tip! I already have diatom because I use it to dust my chickens so they will be sharing it with my leafy friends in future 😂 x

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Great stuff 👍

[@LindaEnfield]

Please, PLEASE WEAR A MASK! Health Risks of Diatomaceous Earth Inhaled amorphous silicon dioxide particles can accumulate in the lung tissue, bronchi, pulmonary alveoli, and lymph nodes. Continued inhalation of diatomaceous earth has been tied to several diseases, including lung cancer, silicosis, and nonmalignant respiratory diseases.

[@jackiewhitney5031]

I have used DE for years when I farmed and my lungs are fine. Don't believe everything you read out there. It always worked for farmers for sure! I never wore a mask. I also put it around the perimeter of my house every spring as well :))

[@lorettamontierth9945]

You are so comical and a great teacher 😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thank you! 😃

[@viclarock5321]

Thank you Richard, this is timely. It is time to move the plant indoors as the weather temp in my area starts to get colder. I just ordered some to try on my plants.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

My pleasure 😊

[@indygo19]

Also the only thing that helped us get rid of bed bugs!!!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Ah yes

[@natorsi]

I would like to note that not all compost is the same - the composition makes a huge difference in terms of pests, smell, drainage, nutrients, etc. Of course, since this is for your home, it’s super reasonable to want to use something a bit more standardized to keep the flies away. But I wanted to defend compost a bit 😉

[@charliebrown9188]

I have to agree with you, I use compost amended with coco coir and perlite. I fought the fungus gnats off with neem oil, but as I live on the ground floor and surrounded by lawns and hedges those beggars keep flying in, though it seems under control now... back to the compost, I have never experienced any bad smells - and I have in excess of 400 houseplants.

[@TheNetsrac]

I began using it a couple of months ago and yes, it works 👍🏻

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Good job 👍

[@youssefzohdi]

A similar substitute would be using GROUND CINNAMON. They are an amazing pest killer and help with root growth

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

In a different way

[@souldancersbyjennifer]

Cinnamon can dry out the plants though... So you can't use them the same way.

[@ArtistTree]

Used this a couple of years ago and still have mucky gunck in my pots where it accumulated, and I didn't use all THAT much. A layer of well rinsed pool sand worked MUCH better for fungus knats.

[@monicarae9457]

I've been using diatomaceous earth on my plants for over a year. I put it in an old spice sprinkler for easy application. But you should tap the bottom of the container to get it out. It really works! Warning: it only works on top of the medium if it's dry. Once wet, it's not helpful and gums up. Second Warning: it's dehumidifying. My humidity drops from the sixties to the forties inside of an hour when I reapply it to my more humidity loving plants.

[@Gardening.shorts]

3:29 like a fart in an elevator 🛗 😂😂😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

😁

[@juliamierzejewska170]

I've seen people using this all the time in videos, but noone ever explained it in detail so thank you. Another thing I'm definitely buying thanks to you

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thejennydeluxe]

4:57 maybe a peppercorn or sea salt grinder would work well for even distribution and to break up any clumps that form in the container..?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Worth a try thanks 👍

[@maggiehumble7822]

It ALWAYS has to be DRY in order to work,,when wet,,stops working...

[@frederickgent1918]

Mix your powder with water and a friendly soap and spray it on

[@185Clare]

Not plant related, but I was recommended to add this stuff to water and drink it, (short term, food grade ) by my nutritional therapist. Has lots of health benefits, it would seem. Notice someone else mentioned to take care not to inhale it. Was also told this.

[@miniscenesgb]

Good advice. Not sure how to use this in my terrariums where I add springtails though - I guess this is a nono?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Yeah not a good mix

[@stulianadivanova8444]

That's very useful. I was using deotom earth in many applications. It is just amazing. I did not use it on leaves, I will try right now because few of them have bags. Thanks a lot

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

My pleasure 😊

[@BrokenLioness]

Another amazing use for D.E.! Thank you! I have it on hand for blood suckers on my fur babies and for internal parasites and worms. I will be adding it to my soil mixes. Thanks for the rips and tricks for the application as well ❤ I and my plants thank you!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Glad you found it useful 👍

[@plants_dogs4life]

How do you use this on your fur babies? Also, how do you use it for internal parasites?

[@sheabutta5425]

​@@plants_dogs4lifeAfter a bath and your pet is thoroughly dry you just rub the diatomaceous earth into their coat. For internal health you can mix some in their food.

[@stulianadivanova8444]

It is really excellent for everything. Unfortunately not for thrips.

[@viejiakia]

I put diatomaceous earth in a loose leaf tea ball (that has a handle) and it shakes out perfectly!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Neat trick 👍

[@mityme72]

My suggestion would be a sugarshaker (for icing sugar) with a mesh on the lid. Than you add a few grains of rice in the powder and it won t stick (same with salt in a salt shaker). If the lid of the shaker is too big, just tape other the half of it.

[@QueenGail]

Great video, I already have some and mine came with an air pump type thing to apply squeeze duster I guess? Bought it for centipedes now I’m going to dust my mother in law tongue (plant) 🤣🤣🤣 Blessings 💜💚

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Good luck 🤞

[@sandyreid4028]

I just love the way you present these good tips with such a great sense of humour. Thank you so much.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks for watching 😁

[@teresabonjour5858]

I use this all the time. I have a plastic jug with a top like dish soap has.i just squeeze the jug and poof my plants! You have to shake it a lot but you can get on and under the leaves.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Great stuff 👍

[@ireneroland3070]

I always wondered why I had spiderwebs on my plants .

[@phansu123]

May be try adding some Rice to the spice shaker to de-clump ?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Good shout

[@golfclashlover]

I saw one brand on amazon sends a powder puffer with the bag. I need this stuff.

[@candied.crabapples]

Thanks for mentioning this. I use a mixture of neem oil, Castile soap and warm water to spray the plant leaves regularly.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Sounds great!

[@Gardening.shorts]

6:44 wait a sec I can spray deodorant on my plants! Or can I ?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

I wouldn’t 😂

[@aqua.scape69]

SYBASoil: Premium Soil Mixes is not sold here in the US. Could you please recommend a similar soil mix that’s available in the USA. Thank you so much.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Not one that I’ve tried

[@MelindaFish]

This stuff works for all insects! This video is so funny and informative. Have enjoyed listening to your British accent…

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MoniquePaquette-u9t]

I always use it for my plants and even brush my teeth and my dog’s teeth with diatomaceous earth and tooth paste keep them white.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Ooo didn’t know that was a thing

[@faithcomesbyhearing724]

Ive heard of this once. A lady put it in with her chickens. I think its worth a try. I will think of it as preventative medicine. Have a blessed day.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thank you 😊 you too

[@Michela-tb1oj]

I have none of these problems, don't use anything special on my ☘️🌵, no fancy soil mixes, ehh mr shafield i should stop by & check your ☘️ 🌴😂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Maybe you should 😁

[@liltsummerlin423]

The best thing I found to distribute my diatomaceous earth is I took a bottle of baby powder and emptied the contents and filled the container up with the diatomaceous earth. It posted out in a dust that's really fine and it keeps you from being able to actually see it as much because it only takes a little to shred those little boogers to pieces. Hope this helps

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks for the tip

[@raizenpk]

Hopefully I won't have to deal with these pests again, but if I do, I'll give this a try. Last time, I was showering the living hell of out my plants.. which eventually worked, but it took a lot of persistence.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Fingered crossed

[@christelarmstrong9598]

Thank u iv always wanted to try product but was unsure u have convinced me it's OK to just give it a try 😊

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Hope you like it!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Mr Sheffield, I really really enjoyed watching you show us all the benefits of diatomaceous earth. Very interesting and useful information too. Please stay safe and well too xxxx Mags ❤❤❤

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

My pleasure 😊

[@BeckySoothesASMR]

Doesn’t the powder on the leaves cause a problem for photosynthesis like dust does?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

In the long run yes

[@Gardening.shorts]

Please make a video for autumn 🍂

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Got one for winter soon

[@Gardening.shorts]

Can’t wait !

[@cynthiahonorio9758]

Informative and timely bc my son got some to kill termites eating wooden stairs in cemented house. Thanks mr Sheffield.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

You bet!

[@shmpooch]

This looks great but doesn't it suffocate the plant? They say to always wipe down the leaves and clean your windows because even the smallest bits of dust and smudges can cut down on your plants health?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

I mentioned to not leave it on the leaves as a long term preventative. Just use it on the leaves when there's an outbreak

[@shmpooch]

@@SheffieldMadePlants I guess if they can live in the basement for a few weeks than dusty leaves for awhile can't hurt 😁

[@tippy7831]

I had questions about this but the video cleared everything up. Thank you for all the info here!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Glad it was helpful!

[@marcyskonieczka9149]

Its literary asbestos but for bugs

[@gloriadewalt8325]

I see bugs crawl on it dry😢

[@NUHERITAGE-THE-DALAI-RASTA]

You apply way too much in your vid. Only a dusting is needed, like the amount that collects on undusted furniture. In the States, many Amazon sellers include an atomizer that makes a cloud of diatomaceous earth. Use one outside to apply. Then bring plant back inside...

[@Linda-9037]

You better not breath it in ...Its like breathing in fine glass to your lungs. WEAR A FINE PARTICLE PREVENTATIVE MASK WHEN APPLYING IT.

[@evasilvalayton758]

Sybotanica doesn’t ship to the US. What would be another good option?

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Sorry not tried any US based soils

[@echognomecal6742]

I've used it for years in my garden; love the stuff. I've found the best way to apply it is to put it in a squeeze bottle with a cap with holes so that I can sprinkle over or puff under. Indoors, maybe do it in the shower so the dust doesn't get everywhere? Be sure not to inhale it or get it in your eyes!!!

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Thanks for sharing!