23-4-8, 8-9 M

Ideal for general purpose outdoor production

23

N

4

P2O5

8

K2O
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Osmocote Blend 23-4-8 with E-Max polymer coating regulates the release of nutrition based upon moisture and temperature, improving nutrient efficiency and offering predictable longevities.

  • Optimally efficient use of nutrients results in reduced input costs
  • Reduces leaching, volatilization and other forms of nutrient loss
  • STEP Hi-Mag micronutrients ensure maximum growth in all conditions
  • Provides a safe and consistent source of nutrition throughout the season
  • 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 quart850356
2 quart40061014
1 gallon trade30081318
1 gallon210121826
2 gallon trade125203144
2 gallon102243853
3 gallon70365578
5 gallon524874105
7 gallon3571110156
1May vary depending on container brand, media, and fill method.

 

 

Large container volumesSurface area
in square feet		LowMedHigh
10 gallon (17" diam.)1.486133188
15 gallon (17.5" diam.)1.592143202
20 gallon (21" diam.)2.3142219309
25 gallon (22.5" diam.)2.8173267377
30 gallon (26.5" diam.)3.8234362511
45 gallon (30" diam.)4.8296457646
65 gallon (30" diam.)4.8296457646
100 gallon (36" diam.)7.1438677955
200 gallon (48.5" diam.)12.878912201722
24" box4.0247381538
30" box6.25385596841
36" box9.05558581211
48" box16.098615252152
For containers not listed, multiply surface area by:6295135

 

 

Incorporation

LowMedHigh
Pounds per cubic yard5.58.512.0
Kilograms per cubic meter3.35.07.1
Grams per liter3.35.07.1

 

 

Landscape

LowMedHigh
Pounds per 1000 square feet8.515.022.0
Kilograms per 100 square meters4.17.310.7
Pounds of N per 1000 square feet2.03.55.1

 

 

Approximate Volume Measurements

 

ICL spoons

#1#2#3#4#5#6#7
Grams8121632426284

 

 

Conventional measures

1 tsp.1 tbsp.1/4 c.1/3 c.1/2 c.1 c.
Grams4135371106212

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 fertilizer
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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