a slow release fertilizer
Osmocote is an inorganic fertilizer that has all the major benefits of an organic fertilizer. The release of the osmocote will increase as plant growth increases.
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Osmocote is a timed release fertilizer for specialty agriculture. Hopefully now that you can spell it write you can include it in your silviculture report.
Osmocote, a slow-release fertilizer, is generally considered safe for the environment when used as directed. However, like all fertilizers, it can lead to nutrient runoff into waterways if over-applied, potentially contributing to water pollution and algal blooms. To minimize environmental impact, it's important to follow application guidelines and avoid using it before heavy rainfall. Additionally, choosing organic or less synthetic options can further reduce potential harm to ecosystems.
Principal Hazardous Components: Potassium Sulfate(CAS# 7778-80-5); Calcium Phosphate (CAS# 1306-06-5); AmmoniumPhosphate(CAS# 7722-76-1); Ammonium Nitrate(CAS# 6484-52-2)TLV units: ACGIH-TLV 3 mg(F)/m3 DustPEL units: OSHA-PEL 15 mg(F)/m3 Dust
Osmocote 30-30-30 is a controlled-release fertilizer that typically contains a balanced ratio of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K), each at 30%. In addition to these primary nutrients, it may also include secondary nutrients like magnesium and calcium, as well as micronutrients like iron, manganese, and zinc, which support overall plant health. The formulation is designed to provide a consistent nutrient supply for a variety of plants over an extended period. Always check the packaging for specific ingredient details, as formulations can vary.
If the leaves were chewed by insects then first treat with a systemic insectide. Otherwise, prune any dead or broken pieces off, fertilize with osmocote or Miracle gro or whatever and remember, don't over water.
Churn up the soil in the spring. Add lots of compost and fertilizer (Osmocote, or miracle gro) and re-till the soil. Plant them in an area that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight a day. Plant the seeds or small plants in the spring when danger of frost is past. Erect a 'Beanstalk' from lattice, sticks, or caging wire. Water them every other day that it doesn't rain, or when the soil looks dry.
As usual, here's an indirect answer; It all depends on the type of fert you're using. A good idea is to apply lots of mushroom manure, or rich compost in the fall and churn(till) it in, that way it can break down and enrich the soil over winter. You can mix in any typical fertilizer a few weeks before you plant in the spring. You can also mix in something like Osmocote which will release nutrients all season at a timed pace, meaning Osmocote is a time-release fert. Once you apply it (mixed in to the soil well), it will FEED your plants all season. A caveat about fert's, be careful not to apply too much, more isn't always better, you can BURN the plants by overfeeding, and if too many fert granules contact the plant's roots, that can also BURN a plant. Just follow the directions on the box, and you'll be fine... Good Luck & Happy Gardening, Kevlar; if this answer helps, please 'Recommend Contributor'
Miracle Gro Potting Soils are primarily composed of Peat Moss (primary ingredient) Compost (the compost may contain animal manures, composted leaves, grass clippings, and/or composted bark). Perlite, and some contain Osmocote Fertilizer. Garden Soils are simply soils from the earth and compost.
Basil likes a moist, semi fertile, tilled soil. Garden compost works well when planting out doors mix in with your regular garden soil. If you don't have access to compost a slow acting vegetable granular fertilizer works well like Osmocote Vegetable and Bedding Slow Release Food 14-14-14 (nitrogen - phosphorus - potassium). Over fertilizing Basil will cause excessive foliage and reduce the flavor. Basil is a light feeder once when planted and about 1 inch of water a week should be good.
Prayer plants are a tropical plant and require more humidity than found in most homes. Some ways to overcome this include: keep your plant out of direct sunlight, keep away from drafts (especially from forced-hot air furnaces), and increase the moisture in the air directly around your plant. One of the best ways to increase the local humidity around your plant is to have the pot on a tray of gravel and keep the gravel moist. Keep the base of the pot above the water-line of the gravel, and water your prayer plant (in a pot with drainage) regularly. You can mist the leaves with a sprayer, but the humidity from moist gravel is more consistent and will not leave water-spots on the leaves like tap water mist might. A good soil, like African violet soil, will help your prayer plant thrive, and a slow-release fertilizer, like Osmocote, is better than a liquid fertilizer.