FAQ

We know that although wool has been used as a soil improver for many generations, for many it is an unknown resource for use in the garden. What are its properties, what are its applications, and why wool over other alternatives?

Frequently asked questions

If the pellets are stored in a sealed bag in a dry place, they can last for a couple of years. However, the pellets are made of organic material, which means that if stored incorrectly or for too many years, the decomposition process will begin even before they are placed in the soil.

The pellets are intended for one application per season. If you have plants with a high nitrogen requirement or if there is a lot of rain, you can apply a second round.

The pellets have the smell of sheep, and some animals may find this interesting. Most will find it fun to smell, but will leave the beds alone after planting as the scent subsides somewhat in the soil. In very few cases, dogs have dug in beds as a result of the smell. Just as dogs and cats find it interesting, deer and moose may shy away from the smell, and you will get bushes that are kept intact so that you yourself can enjoy buds and berries.

Pellets can have a preventative effect against slugs if used "correctly." Slugs dislike crawling on wool pellets, so these should be placed on top of the soil in the bed, or as a protective wool barrier around it. Wool pellets buried in the soil will not necessarily have the same effect.

The wool we use to make wool pellets is low-value wool, as it is either too coarse, dirty, or pigmented for use in textile and yarn production. This is a resource that, instead of being used, is discarded, buried, or burned, and much of its value for the sheep farmer is lost. Currently, there are few other uses for this wool, but research is continuously being conducted on how we can transform this resource into something of value for both consumers and farmers.

We are available at a few physical outlets in the country. If your local fertilizer dealer/garden centre/wool shop doesn't carry us yet, let them know that this is a desired product! You can find us at: Floriss FrysjaSelbu SpinneriUldvaren Lillehammer

3-in-1 Fertilizer: 100% organic fertilizer, soil conditioner, and biostimulant.Wool pellets are a long-lasting fertilizer that provides stable and consistent nutrients, without the risk of over-fertilization or leaching. In addition to providing nutrients, wool pellets help improve soil structure by absorbing moisture and expanding in the soil. Lanolin and keratin in the wool stimulate microbial life, which contributes to healthier soil, better nutrient availability, strengthened immunity, and increased plant growth.

The pellets smell of wool! However, the smell dissipates as soon as they are mixed into the soil. Feedback from existing customers indicates that they find the smell pleasant, or don't mind it. In a few cases, some may still find the smell strong. In those instances, it's fortunate that wool pellets work just as well for outdoor plants as for indoor plants, where the smell also acts as a deterrent against deer and elk.

Woolero is made from sheep's wool, which does not undergo processes such as washing or blending. The pellets contain no binders and may therefore contain small, fine particles. Woolero is thus a pure natural product.

Wool pellets are ideal for use in potted plants. With a slow-release fertilizer like this, applied annually during repotting, an intuitive amount of approximately one tablespoon (10g) is completely sufficient to provide a medium-sized houseplant with adequate nutrients and optimal growth throughout the year. Be somewhat cautious with plants that prefer an acidic soil environment.

The application is intuitive, and the breakdown of soil bacteria will not result in a harmful overdose of nutrients. For plants that prefer an acidic soil environment (conifers, rhododendrons, bog grass, etc.), you must be a little careful when using it, as Woolero wool pellets are alkaline (80% of all utility and ornamental plants prefer an alkaline environment).