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APPLICATION
RATES FOR THE
GREENHOUSE
18-6-8 WITH MINOR NUTRIENTS
NUTRICOTE Controlled Release Fertilizer, because of its precise control of release and variety of release
TYPES, is ideally suited to greenhouse application on a number of greenhouse crops such as:
POTTED FLOWERING CROPS, HANGING BASKETS,
ANNUALS, CUT FLOWERS GROWN IN BEDS
18-6-8 RECOMMENDED APPLICATION RATES FOR THE GREENHOUSE
NUTRICOTE MEASURES: 1 Teaspoon = 5 Grams, 1 Tablespoon = 15 Grams, 1 Cup = 240 Grams
TYPE TYPE 70 TYPE 100 TYPE 140
RELEASE TIME ESTIMATE 70 days @ 77 F 100 days @ 77 F 140 days @ 77 F
INCORPORATION RATES
Pounds per Cubic Yard Low Med High Low Med High Low Med High
2 4.5 7.5 3 6.5 11 4.5 8 12
TOPDRESS RATES
Grams per Container
Container Containers
Diameter & Size per Cubic Yard Low Med High Low Med High Low Med High
4" Azalea 1780 1 1 2 1 2 3 1 2 3
4" Std. Round 1590 1 1 2 1 2 3 1 2 3
5" Azalea 840 1 2 4 2 4 6 2 4 6
5" Std. Round 700 1 3 5 2 4 7 3 5 8
6" Hanging Basket 620 1 3 5 2 5 8 3 6 9
6" Azalea 490 2 4 7 3 6 10 4 7 11
6" Std. Round 405 2 5 8 3 7 12 5 9 13
8" Hanging Basket 320 3 6 11 4 9 16 6 11 17
8" Azalea 215 4 10 16 6 14 23 10 17 25
8" Std. Round 160 6 13 21 9 18 31 13 23 34
10" Hanging Basket 160 6 13 21 9 18 31 13 23 34
10" Azalea 110 8 19 31 12 27 45 19 33 50
10" Std. Round 80 11 26 43 17 37 62 26 45 68
TOPDRESS BEDS, LARGE CONTAINERS,
or INCORPORATING MEDIA ON A SLAB
Pounds per 100 square feet
Low Med High Low Med High Low Med High
(Minimum 8 inch depth)
5 11 19 7 16 27 11 20 30
When a Nutricote TYPE is used at a constant 77掳F, the TYPE number estimates the number of days for that TYPE to
release 80% of the initial Nitrogen. Cooler than 77掳F average temperatures will lengthen release time, and warmer than
77掳F temperatures will shorten release time. If crops are to be grown in an uncovered range or nursery setting, consult
Agrivert鈥檚 regional recommendations for release times and application rates.
USING A COMBINATION OF NUTRICOTE AND LIQUID FEED
A combination feed program provides consistent day-to-day release from NUTRICOTE and the capacity to adjust plant
growth with liquid feed. When using a combination program, use 1/2 of the high or recommended rate of NUTRICOTE and
feed with a liquid fertilizer at 1/2 the rate normally used.
For example, if 200 ppm nitrogen is the normal rate of liquid feed used - use 100 ppm nitrogen liquid feed in combination with
NUTRICOTE.
The liquid feed should be adjusted up or down according to the plants鈥? needs. These rates are to be used as a guide only.
Individual grower cultural practices and plant species may vary rates slightly. Before using in full production, a trial of this
product is recommended to determine the suitability of the product for the intended use.
SELECTION OF APPROPRIATE RATES
Low for Low Feeding or Sensitive Crops: Rhododendron, Azalea, Gardenia, Ferns, Orchids, Forestry Seedlings, Greenhouse Vegetables, African Violets, or with liquid feed.
Med for Medium Feeding Crops: Nursery Crops, Cut Flower Crops, Bedding Plants, Woody Ornamentals.
High for Heavy Feeding Crops: Most Pot Crops, Most Foliage Crops.
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18-6-8 WITH MINOR NUTRIENTS
CONTROLLED RELEASE FERTILIZER
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS STORAGE OF MEDIA WITH INCORPORATED NUTRICOTE:
Total Nitrogen (N)* ..........................................................................................18% Growing mixes containing Nutricote can be stored for up to one month if tem-
8.6% Ammoniacal Nitrogen peratures are below 50掳F. Otherwise mixes containing Nutricote should be
9.4% Nitrate Nitrogen used immediately after incorporation and irrigated.
Available Phosphate (P2O5)*..............................................................................6%
Soluble Potash (K20)* ......................................................................................8% ADDITIONAL NUTRIENT REQUIREMENTS:
Total Magnesium (Mg)*..鈥?..............................................................................1.2% Nutricote Total contains nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, boron, copper, iron,
1.2% Water Soluble Magnesium (Mg) manganese and molybdenum in each fertilizer granule. This fertilizer does not
Boron (B)* ....................................................................................................0.02% supply calcium or sulfur and these elements should be supplied from other fer-
Copper (Cu)* ................................................................................................0.05% tilizer sources. If weather is cool at planting, there may be a lag phase before
Iron (Fe)* ......................................................................................................0.20% Nutricote starts releasing, particularly with longer release TYPES. If this is the
0.20% Chelated Iron (Fe) case, consider using a Nutricote Blend or supplying quick releasing starter fer-
Total Manganese (Mn)* ................................................................................ 0.06% tilizers for faster up front release. For additional information call Agrivert at 1-
0.06% Water Soluble Manganese (Mn) 800-675-8263.
Molybdenum (Mo)* ...................................................................................... 0.02%
Chlorine (Cl)* not more than ..............................................................................1% CAUTION
Harmful if swallowed. Keep out of reach of children. Store under cool dry con-
Derived From: ditions.
Ammonium Nitrate, Ammonium Phosphate, Calcium Phosphate, Copper
Sulfate, Ferrous Ethylenediamine Tetraacetate, Magnesium Sulfate, WARNING:
Manganese Sulfate, Potassium Nitrate, Sodium Borate, and Sodium Molybdate. This fertilizer contains molybdenum (Mo). The application of fertilizers contain-
ing molybdenum may result in forage crops containing levels of molybdenum,
* The Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P2O5), Potassium (K20), Magnesium (Mg), which are toxic to ruminant animals.
Boron (B), Copper (Cu), Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn) and Molybdenum (Mo)
sources have been coated to provide 18% coated slow release nitrogen, 6% IMPORTANT NOTICE: Disclaimer and Limitation of liability
coated slow release available phosphate, 8% coated slow release soluble Although research for the product has been carried out to provide necessary
potash, 1.2% coated slow release magnesium, 0.02% coated slow release data to support its uses, the product might not have been tested for all species
boron, 0.05% coated slow release copper, 0.20% coated slow release iron, or cultivars nor under all variables in growing conditions. The purchaser should
0.06% coated slow release manganese and 0.02% coated slow release molyb- exercise caution when using this Product until purchaser becomes familiar with
denum. the Product鈥檚 performance on a given crop under the purchaser鈥檚 growing con-
ditions.
NUTRICOTE MEASURES Chisso-Asahi, the manufacturer of the Product (the 鈥淢anufacturer鈥?), expressly
1 Teaspoon = 5 Grams, 1 Tablespoon = 15 Grams, 1 Cup = 240 Grams warrants that the Product conforms to the chemical analysis set forth on the
label. Agrivert, Inc. is the Distributor of the Product (the 鈥淒istributor鈥?).
SELECTION OF APPROPRIATE RATES
Low for Low Feeding or Sensitive Crops: Rhododendron, Azalea, Gardenia, EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY STATED ABOVE, NEI-
Ferns, Orchids, Forestry Seedlings, Greenhouse Vegetables, African THER THE MANUFACTURER NOR THE DISTRIBUTOR GRANTS ANY WAR-
Violets, or with liquid feed. RANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE ACCOMPANYING PRODUCT, EITHER
Med for Medium Feeding Crops: Nursery Crops, Cut Flower Crops, Bedding EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MER-
Plants, Woody Ornamentals. CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE STATED
High for Heavy Feeding Crops: Most Pot Crops, Most Foliage Crops. EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTEE IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER LIABILITIES
OR OBLIGATIONS OF THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR (EITHER
DESCRIPTION EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW) ARISING OUT
Nutricote is a homogeneous fertilizer coated with a unique pliable resin that OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE MANUFACTURE, SALE, DELIVERY,
allows very predictable release rates. All of the primary, secondary and minor USE, HANDLING, STORAGE, OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT. THE
nutrients are contained in each individual prill. Release period is Specified by MANUFACTURER AND DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY
TYPE. Actual rate of release of Nutricote is determined by temperature, slow- RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR
ing down in cool weather and releasing more quickly under warmer tempera- NATURE.
tures. Consult TYPE and rate recommendations below, and Directions For The exclusive remedy available for breach of this warranty, whether or not
Use. Moisture, pH, soil type or microbial activity does not significantly affect occasioned by the Manufacturers negligence, shall be replacement of the non-
Nutricote release. conforming goods. By accepting and using this Product, the purchaser is
deemed to have understood and accepted all of the foregoing disclaimers and
DIRECTIONS FOR USE conditions.
Appropriate TYPE and application rate varies depending upon growing temper-
atures and crop need.
Using the Nutricote Region map, identify the Nutricote Region number
appropriate for the application (Region 1,2,3,4 or Greenhouse). Check the
Release Time Estimate section of the Nutricote Application Rate table to
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ensure the TYPE is appropriate for the desired period of nutrient release.
CHISSO-ASAHI FERTILIZER CO., LTD.
Use the appropriate TYPE column for application rates. If topdressed,
TOKYO, JAPAN
water must pass over prills to carry nutrients into the media or soil. Use a high-
er rate if applied to soil or media that is sandy, with good drainage and low
DISTRIBUTED BY:
Cation Exchange Capacity. Decrease rates with clay, poor drainage or high
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Cation Exchange Capacity soil or media or liquid feed. This information and the
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application rates recommended should be used as a guideline in developing a
fertilization program. Before using in full production, a trial of this product is
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recommended to determine the suitability of the product for the intended use.
This product is designed for a single application only.
PROPER HANDLING OF NUTRICOTE
Nutricote鈥檚 POLYOLEFIN COATING controls nutrient release. Careful handling
to avoid damage to this coating is essential. Nutricote will lose its ability to con-
trol nutrient release if the coating is damaged. Do not use blenders, mixers or
applicators that may damage the coating membrane.
SOIL STERILIZATION
Do not apply Nutricote prior to steam sterilization.
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