“When it comes to snake oil, I’ve seen it all!” explains Denny Benerget, owner of Benerget Greenhouses. With 40 years in the business, and a family ancestry spanning five generations of growers (stretching back to Germany – before the family came to The States), it’s safe to say that Denny truly has seen it all.

“Unlike those snake oil products, Holganix Bio 800⁺ Bloom does work!” 

Benerget Greenhouses features 60,000 square feet of greenhouse space dedicated to growing flowers. Denny sells both wholesale and retail plants, with a strong focus on supplying organizations such as churches.

While using the product, Denny reports that he has been able to reduce his nitrogen use by 10% and fungicide use by 30%, while also seeing improved plant development.

In this case study, we’ll explore the following topics as they relate to Benerget Greenhouses. Click a link below to skip to the topic of your choosing, or continue scrolling to read the full story.

1. Reducing Fertilizer and Fungicide Rates on Poinsettias
2. Improving the Developmental State of the Plant
3. How Can You Learn More About Using Holganix Bio 800⁺ Bloom?

Reducing Fertilizer And Fungicide Rates On Poinsettias

According to Denny, Holganix Bio 800+ Bloom has helped him reduce both fertilizer and fungicide rates on poinsettias. He reports decreasing nitrogen use by 10–15%, and now that he feels comfortable with the product, he plans to explore further reductions.

“Bloom just makes the fertilizer work better,” says Denny. “That’s why we can use less fertilizer.”

Reducing fungicide use has been “one of the big things we’ve noticed. We’ve used less fungicide than ever before.” So far, Denny has cut fungicide use by 30%. This is especially significant given that poinsettias typically require heavy preventative fungicide applications due to their challenging growing season, which includes shortened days during fall and winter.

The plant on the left was treated with Holganix Bio 800+ Bloom; the plant on the right was treated with Denny’s usual program.

Improving The Developmental State Of The Plant

For poinsettias, reaching optimal development before the holiday season is critical. According to Denny, he has observed an improved developmental state in his plants, meaning the poinsettias mature earlier and remain in peak condition longer.

“Holganix places me in a better position to sell something lush,” explains Denny.

The plant on the left was treated with Denny’s usual program; the plant on the right was treated with Holganix Bio 800+ Bloom. Please note that the ruler is propped against the plant, and the measurement reading is skewed.

How Can You Learn More About Holganix Bio 800⁺ Bloom?

Holganix Bio 800+ Bloom is an organic plant probiotic that charges soil with over 800 species of diverse soil microbes to improve soil health and deliver more plentiful, more colorful blooms. What results can you expect with Holganix Bio 800⁺ Bloom?

• Improved healing-in during planting, so your plants don’t just survive—they thrive
• More plentiful and more colorful blooms
• Vigorous root growth
• Stronger plants that better tolerate environmental stress
• Fewer inputs required, including water, fertilizer, and pesticides

Want to see how Holganix Bio 800+ Bloom can work in your growing operation? Get in touch with a Holganix Specialist to learn more and discuss your goals.