Nutricote 18-6-8 Type 180 - 50 lb

Nutricote Total is a high quality compound fertilizer that combines macronutrients, secondary nutrients and all in one controlled release prill. The pliable and resilient coating, which is made of polyolefin type resin, talc and nonionic surfactants, allows the penetration of water and subsequent release of the fertilizer into the soil. Nutricote Total 18-6-8 Type 180 will release evenly over a 180 day period at a constant 25 degree C temperature. Cooler temperatures at night in cooler seasons will extend the release period while hotter temperatures will increase the release and decrease the longevity.

TEMPERATURE AFFECTS THE RATE OF RELEASE:
The rate of release of Nutricote is modified by temperature, a higher release rate under higher temperatures coinciding with the plant’s rate of growth. Nutrient release of Nutricote is not significantly affected by soil moisture, soil type, soil pH or microbial activity in the soil.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
Nutricote should be applied according to soil or growing media conditions and the specific nutrient requirements of the crop being grown. If the growing media is sandy, loose with good drainage (Low Cation Exchange Capacity), a higher rate of the product should be used. For heavier, clay-type soils (High Cation Exchange Capacity), a lower rate of Nutricote should be used.

ADDITIONAL NUTRIENTS REQUIREMENTS:
Nutricote Total contains essential elements for plant growth in each fertilizer granule. The requirement for additional nutrients should be determined by soil and plant tissue analysis. For crops which require a quick initial source of fertilizer for rapid take-off, it is recommended to add a portion of Nutricote Type 40 or a pre-mix of superphosphate, calcium nitrate and potassium nitrate.

SOIL PASTEURIZATION:
Nutricote must be applied after the media is pasteurized by steam.

STORAGE OF GROWING MIXES:
Growing mixes which have Nutricote incorporated can be stored up to one month if temperatures are maintained below 10°C. Otherwise, mixes with Nutricote incorporated should be used immediately after mixing.

GUARANTEED MINIMUM ANALYSIS
Total Nitrogen (N)* .......................................................... 18%
9.4 % Nitrate Nitrogen
8.6 % Ammoniacal Nitrogen
Available Phosphoric Acid (P2O5)* .................................. 6%
Soluble Potash (K2O)*....................................................... 8%
Magnesium (Mg)* ........................................................... 1.2%
Boron* (B) (actual) ....................................................... 0.02%
Copper* (Cu) (actual) .................................................... 0.05%
Iron* (Fe) (chelated) (actual)......................................... 0.20%
Manganese* (Mn) (actual) ............................................ 0.06%
Molybdenum* (Mo) (actual).......................................... 0.02%
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetate) (chelating agent). 1.3%