Soilmoist Granular 30 LB.
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Product Specs
- Product Name: Soil Moist Granular 30 LB
- Application: Ideal for containers, baskets, flower beds, window boxes, trees, shrubs, turf, and perennials
- Water Reduction: Reduces plant waterings by 50%
- Benefits: Reduces transplant shock and soil compaction
- Effectiveness: Remains effective in the soil for 3-5 years
- Incorporation: Must be incorporated into the soil at the root level
- Transplanting: Use two ounces of Soil Moist granular per one foot of root ball. Mix one half of the amount around the planting hole, mix the balance with backfill. Do not amend the top two inches of the backfill with polymer. Water liberally.
- Sandy Soil Transplanting: Rate should be slightly increased to two to three ounces per one foot of root ball in sandy soils
- Bulk Soil Mixing: Use 2 pounds per cubic yard of soil
- Composition: Synthetic acrylic polyacrylamide with a potassium salt base
- Safety: Safe and non-toxic polymer
- Landscape Industry (Bare Root/Seedlings): Mix one pound of Soil Moist Fines with 20-40 gallons of water. Dip the plant/tree immediately before planting. Adjust the slurry to the thickness that best adheres to the roots. One pound treats up to 12,000 seedlings. Can be used as a packing medium for transporting bare root stock
- Broad Area Treatment (Flower Beds, Ornamental Gardens): Two methods available: sprinkle a small amount (1/2 tsp.) in the plant hole and cover with soil, or apply one pound per 100 square feet of ground area. Spread the polymer and work into the soil at a depth of three to four inches
- Turf/Sodding: Use Soil Moist at a rate of six pounds per 1000 square feet or 300 pounds per acre if worked into the soil at a depth of five to six inches. Use four to five pounds per 1000 square feet or 175 to 225 pounds per acre if worked into the soil at a depth of three to four inches. Broadcast the polymer with a spreader or drop seeder for even disbursement. Work into the soil, spread seed or lay sod, roll, and soak thoroughly
- Golf Course Greens: Use up to one pound per 100 square feet at a depth of five to six inches in the soil
- Greenhouse/Nursery: Mix two pounds of Soil Moist per cubic yard of soil. Ensure thorough mixing for even disbursement. Use Soil Moist at a rate of six pounds per 1000 square feet or 300 pounds per acre if the polymer is worked into the soil at a depth of five to six inches. Use four to five pounds per 1000 square feet or 175 to 225 pounds per acre if the polymer is worked into the soil at a depth of three to four inches. For sandy soils, use five pounds per 1000 square feet or 225 pounds per acre at a depth of three to four inches. Broadcast the polymer with a spreader or drop seeder for even disbursement. Work into the soil, spread seed or lay sod, roll, and water liberally
Product Warranty Information
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Product Features
- Ideal for containers, baskets, flower beds, window boxes, trees, shrubs, turf and perennials
- Reduces plant waterings by 50%, transplant shock, and soil compaction
- Effective in the soil for 3-5 years, saving time, labor, and plant loss
- Synthetic acrylic non-toxic polymer specifically designed for horticultural and agricultural industry
- Bare Root/Seedlings: Treats up to 12,000 seedlings, improves root adhesion
- Flower Beds, Ornamental Gardens: Works into the soil at a depth of 3-4 inches
- Turf/Sodding: Improves soil at a rate of 6 pounds per 1000 square feet
Product Shipping Weight
- 35 pounds
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Soil Moist Granular and what is its purpose?
Soil Moist Granular is a soil amendment designed to reduce plant waterings by 50%, reduce transplant shock and soil compaction. It remains effective in the soil for 3-5 years. It is an inexpensive form of insurance for the plant and is environmentally friendly.
2. How do I use Soil Moist Granular for transplanting?
For transplanting, use two ounces of Soil Moist Granular per one foot of root ball. Mix half the amount around the planting hole and the balance with backfill. Do not amend the top two inches of the backfill with polymer. Water liberally.
3. Can Soil Moist Granular be used in the landscape industry? How?
Yes, Soil Moist Granular can be used in the landscape industry. For bare root/seedlings, mix one pound of Soil Moist Fines with 20-40 gallons of water. Dip the plant/tree immediately before planting. For flower beds and ornamental gardens, sprinkle a small amount in the plant hole or apply one pound per 100 square feet of ground area. For turf/sodding, use at a rate of six pounds per 1000 square feet or 300 pounds per acre if worked into the soil at a depth of five to six inches.
4. Can Soil Moist Granular be used in a greenhouse or nursery?
Yes, Soil Moist Granular can be used in a greenhouse or nursery. As a soil amendment, mix two pounds of Soil Moist per cubic yard of soil. For turf, use at a rate of six pounds per 1000 square feet if the polymer is worked into the soil at a depth of five to six inches. For sandy soils, use five pounds per 1000 square feet at a depth of three to four inches.
Soil Moist Granular is a soil amendment designed to reduce plant waterings by 50%, reduce transplant shock and soil compaction. It remains effective in the soil for 3-5 years. It is an inexpensive form of insurance for the plant and is environmentally friendly.
2. How do I use Soil Moist Granular for transplanting?
For transplanting, use two ounces of Soil Moist Granular per one foot of root ball. Mix half the amount around the planting hole and the balance with backfill. Do not amend the top two inches of the backfill with polymer. Water liberally.
3. Can Soil Moist Granular be used in the landscape industry? How?
Yes, Soil Moist Granular can be used in the landscape industry. For bare root/seedlings, mix one pound of Soil Moist Fines with 20-40 gallons of water. Dip the plant/tree immediately before planting. For flower beds and ornamental gardens, sprinkle a small amount in the plant hole or apply one pound per 100 square feet of ground area. For turf/sodding, use at a rate of six pounds per 1000 square feet or 300 pounds per acre if worked into the soil at a depth of five to six inches.
4. Can Soil Moist Granular be used in a greenhouse or nursery?
Yes, Soil Moist Granular can be used in a greenhouse or nursery. As a soil amendment, mix two pounds of Soil Moist per cubic yard of soil. For turf, use at a rate of six pounds per 1000 square feet if the polymer is worked into the soil at a depth of five to six inches. For sandy soils, use five pounds per 1000 square feet at a depth of three to four inches.
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