15-5-15 Cal-Mag Special with Black Iron

Contains three chelated irons, including black iron—the most effective for growing ornamentals

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Peters Excel 15-5-15 Cal-Mag Special is a specialized formulation that provides a continuous supply of the calcium and magnesium not found in soft water systems. High nitrate and low phosphate levels encourage healthy, compact growth.

  • Versatile, all-purpose formulation for constant, balanced nutrition
  • Pure formulation—no filler substances
  • Elevated levels of chelated trace elements ensure robust growth and rich color
  • Contains NPK, magnesium and micronutrients
  • Developed for peat-based cultures (pot plants, bedding plants and container nursery stock)
  • Exclusive M-77® black iron chelating formula for fast, efficient nutrient uptake

Mix ratios (non-injector)

Fertilizer + Water (gallons) = Approx. N (ppm)
Fertilizer Water (gallons)
Approx. N (ppm)
1 tsp. (level)1194
1 tbsp. (level)2291
1 cup (level)25372
1 pound100180

 

 

Product properties

Potential basicity133.77 lbs. calcium carbonate equivalent per ton
Conductivity (100 ppm N)0.69 mmhos/cm.
Maximum solubility3 lbs./gal.

 

 

Weight (oz.) of product needed to mix one gallon of concentrate

Target concentration (N/ppm) after dilutionEC (mmhos/cm.) of target feed rate after dilution
Injector ratios
1:151:1001:1281:2001:300
250.32.32.94.56.80.17
500.74.55.89.013.50.35
751.06.88.613.520.30.52
1001.49.011.518.027.00.69
1251.711.314.422.533.80.86
1502.013.517.327.040.51.04
1752.415.820.231.547.31.21
2002.718.023.036.0EMS1.38
2503.422.528.845.0EMS1.73
3004.127.034.6EMSEMS2.07
3504.731.540.3EMSEMS2.42
4005.436.046.1EMSEMS2.76
4506.140.5EMSEMSEMS3.11
5006.845.0EMSEMSEMS3.45
6008.1EMSEMSEMSEMS4.14
EMS = exceeds maximum solubility

 

 

Gallons of water needed to dissolve one 25 lb. bag of fertilizer

Target concentration (N/ppm) after dilutionEC (mmhos/cm.) of target feed rate after dilution
Injector ratios
1:151:1001:1281:2001:300
251185.2177.8138.988.959.30.17
50592.688.969.444.429.60.35
75395.159.346.329.619.80.52
100296.344.434.722.214.80.69
125237.035.627.817.811.90.86
150197.529.623.114.89.91.04
175169.325.419.812.78.51.21
200148.122.217.411.1EMS1.38
250118.517.813.98.9EMS1.73
30098.814.811.6EMSEMS2.07
35084.712.79.9EMSEMS2.42
40074.111.18.7EMSEMS2.76
45065.89.9EMSEMSEMS3.11
50059.38.9EMSEMSEMS3.45
60049.4EMSEMSEMSEMS4.14
EMS = exceeds maximum solubility

1
Consult rate tables printed on bag labels.
2
Verify product analysis and rate for plants in your production system (for assistance, contact your regional ICL Territory Manager or for testing call the ICL Lab at 877-467-8522).
3
Irrigation frequency and volume should be adjusted during the crop production cycle according to crop type, environmental conditions, and desired soluble salt levels.
4
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).
5
Store in a clean, cool, dry place.

Brand details

This product is part of the Peters Excel portfolio

Ideal for growing applications with high PH irrigation water.

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