Natural Fertilizers Gardening Guide
Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a beginner, a nurseryman, landscaper, or farmer, AGGRAND natural fertilizers work by stimulating the biological activity in the soil to provide a continuous release of nutrients as the plants need them.natural fertilizersAGGRAND natural fertilizers are useful during soil preparation, planting, transplanting and plant growth. In addition to the macronutrients, Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium (N-P-K), AGGRAND natural fertilizers contain micronutrients, growth hormones, chelating agents, vitamins and humus that provide a balanced nutritional program for plants and the creatures in the soil.natural fertilizers
AGGRAND natural fertilizers are different from many other products. They are formulated to give excellent results when used for foliar feeding and root feeding. In addition, they build the soil for prolific root growth and enhanced top growth.natural fertilizers
The highest quality ingredients are used in AGGRAND natural fertilizers to give the best results. The AGGRAND Technical Service Department is also available. Dedicated technicians can work with clients to develop and fine tune their farming and gardening practices according to their specific needs.natural fertilizers
This gardening guide guide shows first-time AGGRAND users and AGGRAND veterans alike how to get the most out of AGGRAND natural fertilizers.natural fertilizers
To obtain the most comprehensive understanding of the nutrient levels and crop requirements of a particular soil, AGGRAND recommends a soil analysis
before determining a fertilization program. Soil Analysis Kits are available from AGGRAND for a nominal cost.
Natural Fertilizers Application on Bedding Plants
For commercial applications, AGGRAND Natural Fertilizer is applied to the soil at a 200:1 (water to fertilizer)
ratio through a standard injection system when plants reach 2 to 3 true leaves.
The ratio can be decreased to 100:1 for more demanding plant types as the growth rate increases.natural fertilizers
AGGRAND Natural Fertilizer also may be diluted in a watering can to 1 to 3 ounces per gallon of water (higher rates as growth increases related to crop demands.
Soil applications:
AGGRAND Natural Fertilizer should be applied at 10 to 14 day intervals (apply more frequently when non-soil mixes are used). Every four weeks the salts should be leached from the media by flushing the containers with fresh water.natural fertilizers
After leaching, fertilize with AGGRAND Natural Fertilizer.
Additional calcium, phosphorus and potassium are needed at planting. Mix in 2 to 3 ounces of AGGRAND Natural Liquid Bonemeal and 1 to 2 ounces AGGRAND Natural Kelp and Sulfate of Potash with the Natural Fertilizer to provide more nutrients.natural fertilizers
Foliar applications: A fine mist is applied to bedding plants for additional uptake of nutrients. Apply one to two ounces of AGGRAND Natural Fertilizer per gallon of water at 14 to 21 day intervals after the plants reach 3 to 4 true leaves.
Natural Fertilizers Application on Transplants
Transplanting is a stressful period for young bedding plants.
Minimizing transplant shock
keeps plants growing vigorously,
avoiding unnecessary setbacks which can delay flowering
and reduce yields.
AGGRAND Natural Fertilizer should be used for watering in small transplants. Shrubs and trees can be soaked overnight in a bucket
of Natural Fertilizer before transplanting. Use a mixture of one ounce per gallon for soaking and 2 to 3 ounces per gallon of water for watering in transplants. The addition of 1 to
2 ounces of AGGRAND Natural Liquid Bonemeal and 1⁄2 to 1 ounce of AGGRAND Natural Kelp and Sulfate of Potash to the solution to increase phosphorus and potassium availability when watering in the transplants will aid the fertilizer in long term root development.natural fertilizers
* Avoid transplanting during the heat of the day to avoid root
desiccation (drying out).
* Cloudy weather is the best time to transplant.natural fertilizers
* Keep soil moist until plant root systems become well-established.
Natural Fertilizers Foliar Applications
While plants do take up nutrients through their roots, they can’t always meet all of their nutrient demands that way. For example, if soil pH is higher (more alkaline) or lower (more acidic) than the optimum range needed for plant growth, then essential nutrients become unavailable.natural fertilizers
Foliar feeding is a very efficient way of providing nutrients during periods of peak nutrient demands and in situations
where the soil pH level is creating a nutrient deficiency without sacrificing performance. AGGRAND Natural Fertilizer and AGGRAND Natural Kelp and Sulfate of Potash contain concentrated kelp extract. Kelp provides a
wide array of plant nutrients, chelating agents and plant
hormones. Kelp promotes drought, heat, and cold tolerance of vegetable and flowers. They are particularly effective when applied as foliar sprays. natural fertilizers
With foliar applications growers adopt one of two applications methods: a calendar based approach where feeding
begins on a certain date and continues at set intervals
throughout the growing season, or an approach based on the plant’s developmental stages in which reaching a critical stage (i.e. bud formation, first bloom, fruit set, etc.) is the cue for application.natural fertilizers
When feeding foliarly, apply enough fertilizer solution to wet the foliage. Effectiveness of foliar applications is increased by raising the fertilizer pH to 7.0 to promote vegetative growth and 6.0 to promote flowering and fruit formation.natural fertilizers
After mixing the fertilizer with water, test the pH with litmus paper. Add baking soda or hydrated lime one-half teaspoon at a time to raise the pH to the specified level or add apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon at a time to lower the pH to the specified level. The addition of a surfactant (spreader-sticker) to the spray mix also increases the effectiveness of foliar applications. Add 2 to 4 tablespoons to each gallon of spray mix and keep well-agitated.
Do not apply AGGRAND Fertilizers in direct sunlight or immediately before or after rainfall or irrigation.
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