17-5-11, 5-6 M

Suitable for a wide range of applications including greenhouse and nursery container plants, foliage production, and landscaping

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Osmocote Blend 17-5-11 contains resin-coated NPK cores pre-blended with Micromax® micronutrients. Can be used in conjunction with water-soluble fertilizers or alone, as an all-in-one nutritional program.

  • Economical, single-source solution

  • Micromax® micronutrients ensure maximum growth in all conditions

  • Provides a safe and consistent source of nutrition throughout the season

  • Elevated levels of iron for brilliant color

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

  • Suitable for use with dibbling equipment

Longevity at average media temperature

60 ̊F (15 ̊C)70 ̊F (21 ̊C)80 ̊F (26 ̊C)90 ̊F (32 ̊C)
4-5 months3-4 months2-3 months1-2 months

 

 

Surface application (grams)

Common container volumesApprox. containers per cubic yard1LowMedHigh
1 quart850257
2 quart40051015
1 gallon trade30071420
1 gallon210101928
2 gallon trade125163347
2 gallon102204058
3 gallon70295884
5 gallon523979115
7 gallon3558117169
1May vary depending on container brand, media, and fill method.

 

 

Large container volumesSurface area
in square feet		LowMedHigh
10 gallon (17" diam.)1.4711412204
15 gallon (17.5" diam.)1.576151219
20 gallon (21" diam.)2.3116232335
25 gallon (22.5" diam.)2.8141282408
30 gallon (26.5" diam.)3.8192383554
45 gallon (30" diam.)4.8242484699
65 gallon (30" diam.)4.8242484699
100 gallon (36" diam.)7.13587161035
200 gallon (48.5" diam.)12.864612911865
24" box4.0202404583
30" box6.25315631911
36" box9.04549081312
48" box16.080716142332
For containers not listed, multiply surface area by:50101146

 

 

Incorporation

LowMedHigh
Pounds per cubic yard4.59.013.0
Kilograms per cubic meter2.75.37.7
Grams per liter2.75.37.7

 

 

Landscape2

LowMedHigh
Pounds per 1000 square feet12.017.523.5
Kilograms per 100 square meters5.98.511.5
Pounds of N per 1000 square feet2.03.04.0
2ICL recommends low rate on heavy or clay soils, high rate on light or sandy soils.

 

 

Approximate Volume Measurements

 

ICL spoons

#1#2#3#4#5#6#7
Grams9131736476994

 

 

Conventional measures

1 tsp.1 tbsp.1/4 c.1/3 c.1/2 c.1 c.
Grams5156688132263

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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Resin-coated NPK cores pre-blended with Micromax® or STEP Hi-Mag micronutrients.

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