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title: Label - Plantacote Pluss 8mth Controlled Release Fertiliser
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# Label - Plantacote Pluss 8mth Controlled Release Fertiliser

> Technical Sheet

# Plantacote® pluss 8M 14-3.4-12.5+1.2Mg+TE
Product Information

## Nutrient Composition
| | | |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| 14 % | N | Total nitrogen |
| | | 6.3 % N Nitric nitrogen |
| | | 7.7 % N Ammoniacal nitrogen |
| 3.4 % | P | Phosphorus |
| | | soluble in neutral ammonium citrate and |
| | | in water. 2.8 % P soluble in water |
| 12.5 % | K | Potassium soluble in water |
| 1.2 % | Mg | Magnesium total |
| 4 % | S | Sulfur soluble in water |
| 0.03 % | B | Boron |
| 0.02 % | Cu | Copper |
| 0.4 % | Fe | Iron |
| | | 0.2 % chelated by EDTA |
| 0.1 % | Mn | Manganese |
| 0.02 % | Mo | Molybdenum |
| 0.05 % | Zn | Zinc |

Low in chlorine

## PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Plantacote® Pluss 8M is a controlled release fertilizer, coated with an outstanding tough and resilient polymer coating. Each granule contains all major and trace elements which are necessary for an optimal growth.

The nutrients supply coincides with the physiological requirements of the crop over the entire crop cycle of 8 months. The release is based on a natural membrane process which is only controlled by soil temperature. Declared release times refer to an average soil temperature of 21 °C. Higher temperatures accelerate the nutrient release, lower temperatures slow it down. In comparison to slow release fertilizers the release time is unaffected by substrate type, pH, micro-organisms or level of irrigation.

Plantacote® Pluss 8M starts to release after 1 - 2 weeks. Due to this specific mechanism the product is very safe to crops; there is no risk of salt stress, even after storage of premixed growing media for up to 1 - 2 weeks.

## THE ADVANTAGES OF PLANTACOTE®
* Homogenous product, each granule contains all essential nutrients (NPK+ trace elements)
* Regular and continuous release over the declared longevity
* Optimal plant growth
* High nutrient use efficiency
* Environmentally friendly due to reduction of volatilization and run-off
* Ultra-safe coating: no risk of cracks and breaks during handling and mixing
* Strict quality control to guarantee a consistent product in each bag
* Savings on labor and nutrient inputs

## PRODUCT PROPERTIES:
Longevity: 8-9 months (at 21°C soil temperature)
Packaging: 25 kg in plastic bag
Appearance: beige-coloured granules
Bulk density (kg/l): approx. 1.0
Particle size: 2 - 4 mm

[Image: A 25kg bag of Plantacote Pluss 8M and a close-up of the granules]

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# Plantacote® pluss 8M 14-3.4-12.5+1.2Mg+TE
Product Information

## RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
For stock fertilization of substrates, Plantacote® Pluss 8M should be evenly mixed with the substrate before planting. In case of topdressing the granules should be evenly spread on container or bed surface. Due to its safe release Plantacote® Pluss is well suited for dibbling. Additions to the substrate (e.g. lime) do not affect the product efficiency. The recommended rates of use refer to substrates containing no nutrients. If already fertilized substrates are to be used, the indicated rates of Plantacote® Pluss 8M should be reduced accordingly.

## Rate of use
| | Sensitive species | Medium species | Vigorous species |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Container Nursery Stock | 3.0-4.0 g/l | 4.0-5.0 g/l | 5.0-6.0 g/l |
| Pot Plants | 3.5-4.5 g/l | 4.5-5.5 g/l | 5.5-6.5 g/l |
| Hanging Baskets, Tubs, etc. | | 5.0-6.0 g/l | |
| Flower Beds | | 80-100 g/m² | |
| Fruit Trees At Planting | | 40-60 g/tree | |
| Fruit Trees 2nd Year | | 80-120 g/tree | |
| Raspberries | | 20-30 g/plant | |

## Longevity depends on temperature
| Average soil temperature | 15/16°C | 20/21°C | 26/27°C |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Longevity | 9-10 months | 8-9 months | 6-7 months |

## PRECAUTIONS:
Store in a cool and dry place. The recommendations given here are of a general nature only. Carefully consult the special instructions for use before applying the product especially in tunnels and greenhouses as well as under dark foil.

[Images: Three photos showing nursery plants, a red apple, and yellow flowers]

**Australian Distributor:**
Fernland
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