Vermiwash / Compost Tea

Vermiwash is the liquid that drains off earthworm composting — a dark, nutrient-rich tea rather than the solid compost itself. My Mali bottles it as a 100% pure concentrate, so you get soluble N-P-K, humic and fulvic substances, enzymes and beneficial soil microbes delivered straight to the root zone, without needing to run a worm bin yourself.

Dilute 1 part vermiwash to 5-10 parts water. Use the stronger 1:5 ratio when you want a nutrient push, and the lighter 1:10 ratio for regular, ongoing maintenance feeding — vermiwash is mild enough that even the stronger end carries low burn risk.

Yes, seedlings are specifically listed among its suitable uses. Because vermiwash is a mild, naturally-derived liquid rather than a concentrated chemical dose, it carries much lower burn risk than over-applying a synthetic feed, which makes it gentle enough for young, developing root systems.

Apply every 10-15 days, in the early morning or evening to avoid leaf stress in direct sun. Vermiwash is the mildest of the three liquid fertilisers in the My Mali range, so it's positioned for everyday, ongoing feeding rather than a periodic boost like a stronger tonic.

Either works — spray it on foliage or water it in at the base of established plants. Vermiwash is mild enough that neither method carries burn risk, unlike a concentrated synthetic feed where overdosing through the wrong method can scorch leaves or roots.

Yes, natural sediment settling in the bottle is normal for a pure vermiwash concentrate — it's not a sign the product has gone off. Just shake the concentrate well before diluting it each time to redistribute the settled nutrients.

Vermiwash carries a much lower burn risk than over-applying a concentrated synthetic feed, since it's a mild, naturally-derived liquid rather than a chemical dose. It's certified 100% Organic, Chemical-Free and Gentle & Safe, making it suitable for regular use without the dosing caution a synthetic fertilizer needs.

Both — it delivers soluble N-P-K and micronutrients the plant can use immediately, while also building beneficial microbes in the potting mix over time. The soil-microbe benefits specifically build up with repeated use rather than from a single application.

Richer foliage colour and steadier root development typically show within 2-3 applications. Since it's formulated for everyday feeding rather than a one-time boost, the fuller soil-life and immunity benefits build gradually with continued regular use.

Yes, tomatoes, chillies, and leafy greens and herbs are all listed as suitable crops for vermiwash. It's a 100% Organic, Chemical-Free formula, making it appropriate for kitchen garden use on plants you intend to harvest and eat.