Diatomaceous Earth - Horticultural Grade - 1lb

Diatomaceous Earth - Horticultural Grade - 1lb Used as a non-toxic insecticide, due to its physico-sorptive properties. The fine powder absorbs lipids from the cuticle, the waxy outer layer of insects' exoskeletons, causing them to dehydrate. Arthropods die as a result of the water pressure deficiency, based on Fick's law of diffusion. Add to your casing to help control insect infestation.