Lawnsmith Green-Up Ferrous Sulphate
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Key Features
- A soluble powder for liquid application
- Greens grass without causing growth
- The best way to get rid of moss in lawns
Description
Please note: Though this is classed as a fertiliser it is NOT lawn food but more like a vitamin. It is best used in conjunction with fertiliser for greening and grass health or by itself to build disease resistance, control moss and worm casting.
Application rates:
To be mixed with water - 'no blockage' mixing instructions supplied with product
- Green-up Rate: Year round; 0.5 - 1 gram m2 for a green-up anytime ground moisture is available
- Hardening Rate: September to December; 1.5 - 2 grams m2 for cool weather disease resistance
- Acidifying Rate: Spring & Autumn; 2+ grams m2 will temporarily lower pH/increase acidity
- Worm Cast Reduction: Spring & Autumn; 2 grams m2 will temporarily reduce surface casting. May need up to 3 applications approximately 2-4 weeks apart
- Moss Rate: September to May; 4-5 grams m2 in cool wet conditions
- Maximum rate: 5g m2 in cool wet conditions normally from September to May
TOTAL maximum amount to use in any 12 months is 20 g/m2
Do NOT use on grass less than 2 months old at rates higher than 2g/m2
Directions for Use
- Supplied in re-sealable plastic tubs
- A soluble iron sulphate powder for application as a liquid
- Easily applied by sprayer or watering can with sprinkle bar
- Use as standalone treatment or in conjunction with a lawn fertiliser
- Do NOT mix with weed killer
- Zero nitrogen gives green lawns without grass growth
- Aids in disease resistance and worm cast control
- Will keep indefinitely if kept sealed in the tub in a cool environment
- Keep off hard surfaces as staining will occur
- Will not kill other plants though may temporarily blacken leaves if sprayed
- Lawn may be used once dry but staining can occur for up to 24 hours
- Grazing pets may be allowed on after 3 cuts
Specification
Season for Application
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Early Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Early Autumn, Late Autumn, Winter
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Intended Use
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Greening (minimal growth), Winterising
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Lawn Safety after Treatment
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Pets that eat grass/weeds to be kept off for 3 cuts, Staining to feet may occur for 24hrs
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Soil Type
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Clay, Loam, Sandy, Chalk
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Lasts for
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Normal 4-6 weeks
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Method of Application
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By sprayer or watering can
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Nutrient Content
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NO Nitrogen, Iron, Sulphur
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Granule Size
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Soluble Powder
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Size and Coverage
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2.5Kg Tub covers 500m2 @ 5grams or 2500m2 @ 1gram, 5Kg Tub covers 1000m2 @ 5grams or 5000m2 @ 1gram, 10Kg Tub covers 2000m2 @ 5grams or 10000m2 @ 1gram
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Product Type
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Moss Control, Fertiliser, Pest & Disease
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Problem
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Disease prevention, Lower pH - acidify, Reduce worm casting
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When to Use
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Early Spring, Late Spring, Early Autumn, Late Autumn, Winter
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