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GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
Nutrient Percentage per Volume
Derived From:
Urea, Ammonium Phosphate, Potassium Nitrate, Phosphoric Acid, Potassium Phosphate, Boric Acid, Magnesium, Iron, Zinc, Manganese, and Copper Glucoheptonates.
Specific Gravity 1.49 • 1 U.S. Gallon = 12.435 lbs • pH: 0.40
KEY BENEFITS
Treatment of sodic soils dependds on many factors such as the amount of sodium present, type of salt, pH, CEC, water quality,etc. The standard has been to use fertilizers containig calcium, including gypsum or calcium chloride on soils of low Ca levels, or sulfuric acid/elemental sulfur on calcitic soils. Calcium is needed for sodium replacement. Sodium in general is detrimental to soils because it destroys soil structure and can affect plant osmotic potential, or disturb cell membrane integrity. As an essential plant nutrient, calcium stabilizes both the soil and plant cell membranes. Available calcium replaces sodium in the soil. When soil and/or irrigation water becomes high in carbonates and bicarbonates, calcium will have a tendancy to precipitate into insoluble calcium carbonate (lime). The calcium in Calcium Complex 12%™ is formulated to limit precipitation due to its interaction with carbonate or sulfates in the soil solution and/or irrigation water. It will react with the soil, replace sodium or become plant available, especially in sand based putting greens.
APPLICATION GUIDE
In addition to the General Application Guidelines, use the following specific guidelines for this product:
• RATES:
Sodium problems apply 9-15 fl/oz per 1000 ft² or 3-5 gallons per acre with 2 or more gallons of water per 1000 ft² and water into the root zone following application.
• COMPATIBILITY:
A jar test should be performed when mixing Calcium Complex 12%™ with any other product.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
This product is designed for use in sodic soils where a quick and effective remediation of sodium is required. Calcium Complex works faster than conventional calcium additions to the soil because it is formulated to resist precipitation. Best when used monthly where sodium is a problem, especially on sandy soils during the prime irrigation season.
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