Lost Coast Plant Protector Lost Coast Plant Protector is a concentrated plant-care supplement formulated to help plants better manage abiotic stress, meaning stress caused by non-living environmental factors. Use it in indoor gardens, greenhouses, outdoor crops, and on many ornamental or edible plants when applied according to the manufacturer’s directions. What Is Abiotic Stress? Abiotic stress comes from environmental conditions, not living organisms. Plants can experience this type of stress when growing conditions become too harsh or change rapidly. Common causes of abiotic stress include: Excessive heat Cold temperatures Drought or lack of water Excess water Humidity that is too high or too low Excessive light intensity Transplant shock High salinity Sudden temperature fluctuations Unfavourable root-zone conditions Lost Coast Plant Protector is formulated as a supplement to support plants experiencing this type of environmental stress. You can incorporate it into a regular plant-care program to support plants when growing conditions become less favourable. Abiotic Stress vs. Biotic Stress: What Is the Difference? Distinguishing abiotic stress from biotic stress is important. Abiotic stress comes from non-living environmental factors, such as heat, cold, light, water, salinity or other growing conditions. Biotic stress, on the other hand, is caused by living organisms that affect the plant. These may include: Insects Mites Fungi Bacteria Viruses Other organisms that may colonize or damage plants In simple terms: Abiotic stress = environmentBiotic stress = living organisms This distinction is especially important when describing Lost Coast Plant Protector. In Canada, the product is positioned as a supplement intended to support plants under abiotic stress. It should therefore not be confused with a pesticide or a product specifically registered to control insects, mites or plant diseases. A Versatile Plant-Care Formula Lost Coast Plant Protector is formulated with a blend of ingredients, including soybean oil, peppermint oil, and citric acid, along with biodegradable soap, isopropyl alcohol, sodium citrate, and purified water. Its concentrated formula can be used as a foliar application or applied to the root zone, making it easy to integrate into different plant-care and cultivation programs. When used as directed, it can be incorporated at several stages of plant development, from seedlings and clones through harvest. Foliar Application For foliar use, Lost Coast Plant Protector is typically mixed at: 1 oz of concentrate per gallon of clean water Shake the product thoroughly before measuring, then mix it well with water. Continue agitating the solution regularly during application to help maintain a uniform mixture. Apply thoroughly to plant surfaces, including: Tops of leaves Undersides of leaves Stems Other accessible plant surfaces Test the mixture on a small area or individual plant before treating an entire crop. Root-Zone Application Lost Coast Plant Protector can also be used as a soil or root-zone drench. The typical mixing rate is also: 1 oz per gallon of water This method lets growers incorporate the product into a regular watering routine when plants face stressful environmental conditions. Indoor and Outdoor Application Tips For indoor cultivation, apply preferably under low light or during the lights-off period. Allow plants to dry completely before intense lighting returns. For outdoor cultivation, apply early in the morning or in the evening. Avoid spraying plants during periods of high heat or intense midday sunlight. Because some naturally derived ingredients may separate during storage, always shake the container thoroughly before measuring and continue agitating during use. Key Features Concentrated plant-care supplement Formulated to support plants experiencing abiotic stress Abiotic stress may include heat, drought, humidity fluctuations and transplant shock Different from biotic stress, which is caused by living organisms Can be used as a foliar spray Can also be applied to the root zone Typical mixing rate: 1 oz per gallon of water Suitable for indoor gardens Suitable for greenhouses Suitable for outdoor growing Can be used on many types of plants Suitable from seedlings and clones through harvest when used as directed Contains soybean oil Contains peppermint oil Contains citric acid Contains biodegradable soap Shake thoroughly before and during use Test on a small area or individual plant first Avoid foliar application under intense heat or strong lighting Lost Coast Plant Protector is a versatile option for growers who want to support plants exposed to unfavourable environmental conditions. Understanding the difference between abiotic stress and biotic stress makes it easier to use the product for its intended purpose: helping plants manage stress related to their growing environment.
