18-3-12, 8-9 M Quickstart

Quickstart formulation delivers an immediately available starter charge for early season green-up

18

N

3

P2O5

12

K2O
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The Poly-S technology in Osmocote Blend 18-3-12 Quickstart ensures that nutrients are delivered at a constant rate regardless of climate or temperature swings.

  • Economical choice for general purpose outdoor production

  • Special, uncoated NPK core mix safely provides a burst of nutrition early in the growth cycle

  • Consistent release and accurate longevity across multiple temperature ranges

  • Highly efficient nutrient delivery promotes robust growth and maximum economy

  • Dual coatings reduce nitrogen leeching and decompose with minimal environmental impact

  • Fortified with STEP Hi-Mag micronutrients

  • Can be incorporated into growing media or surface-applied in the container

Longevity at average media temperature

60 ̊F (15 ̊C)70 ̊F (21 ̊C)80 ̊F (26 ̊C)90 ̊F (32 ̊C)
9-10 months8-9 months6-7 months5-6 months

 

 

Surface application (grams)

Common container
volumes		Approx. containers
per cubic yard1		LowMedHigh
1 quart850468
2 quart40081317
1 gallon trade300111723
1 gallon210162432
2 gallon trade125264054
2 gallon102324967
3 gallon70477297
5 gallon526397131
7 gallon3593144195
1May vary depending on container brand, media, and fill method.

 

 

Large container volumesSurface area
in square feet		LowMedHigh
10 gallon (17" diam.)1.4113174235
15 gallon (17.5" diam.)1.5121187252
20 gallon (21" diam.)2.3186286387
25 gallon (22.5" diam.)2.8226348471
30 gallon (26.5" diam.)3.8307473639
45 gallon (30" diam.)4.8387597807
65 gallon (30" diam.)4.8387597807
100 gallon (36" diam.)7.15738831194
200 gallon (48.5" diam.)12.8103315932152
24" box4.0323498673
30" box6.255047781051
36" box9.072611201513
48" box16.0129119912690
For containers not listed, multiply surface area by:81124168

 

 

Incorporation

LowMedHigh
Pounds per cubic yard7.211.115.0
Kilograms per cubic meter4.36.68.9
Grams per liter4.36.68.9

 

 

Landscape

LowMedHigh
Pounds per 1000 square feet11.119.427.8
Kilograms per 100 square meters5.49.513.6
Pounds of N per 1000 square feet2.03.55.0

 

 

Approximate Volume Measurements

 

ICL spoons

#1#2#3#4#5#6#7
Grams9131735456790

 

 

Conventional measures

1 tsp.1 tbsp.1/4 c.1/3 c.1/2 c.1 c.
Grams5145775113226

1
Verify product analysis, longevity, and rate for plants in your production system (for assistance, contact your regional ICL Territory Manager or call ICL Customer Service at 800-492-8255)
2
Consult rate tables printed on bag labels and product sheets
3
For incorporation, blend into growing media to ensure uniform distribution of fertililzer
4
Do not over-mix (doing so could damage fertilizer coating)
5
Growing media should be used within two to four weeks after incorporating fertilizer
6
For top-dress applications, spread fertilizer evenly on container surface (avoid piling fertilizer directly against plant stem)
7
Irrigate after application (irrigation frequency and volume should be adjusted during the crop production cycle according to crop type, environmental conditions, and desired soluble salt levels)
8
A product trial is recommended before adopting a new fertilizer program or making full-scale changes to standard cultural practices (test several rates on representative plant types)
9
Use caution when applying to plants being over-wintered under cover (if you can't monitor soluble salts and/or adjust irrigation practices, avoid Fall and Winter applications
10
Store in a clean, cool, dry place

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