Osmocote Blend 18-5-8, 8-9 mo. Controlled-Release Fertilizer with E-Max Technology, 50 lbs.

Osmocote Blend 18-5-8 8-9 mo. contains elevated nitrogen levels which lower costs by reducing application rates. Can be used in conjunction with water-soluble fertilizers or alone, as an all-in-one nutritional program.

N-P-K: 18-5-8

Latest blended formulation which combines our Osmocote 100% resin coat prills with our newest E-max polymer coated technologies. Micronutrients are derived from multiple sources to provide a starter charge and two different controlled release coated forms for sustained delivery throughout the predefined product release period. Great when growing with high alkalinity irrigation water, high growing media pH.

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

Benefits

• 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

How To Use

• 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

Guranteed Analysis for Osmocote Blend 18-5-8 8-9 mo.