Millais Nurseries
Empathy After Plant All Purpose Biostimulant 1L
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Empathy AFTER PLANT ALL PURPOSE is a ready to use liquid concentrate, derived from sustainable harvested seaweed, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants.
The natural biostimulant in Empathy AFTER PLANT ALL PURPOSE are taken up by the plant and promote faster and stronger root and shoot growth. They will also promote the development of beneficial bacteria and the Mycorrhizal Fungi in the soil.
Use as a root drench and foliar spray on trees, shrubs, flowering plants, fruits, vegetables, and lawns. AFTER PLANT Liquids are designed to complement our range of AFTER PLANT granular feeds.
Directions for use:
Watering can equal to 4.5L (one gallon). 1 capful is approx. 10ml.
Shake well before use. Measure the required amount of liquid, add to water and stir well. Apply using a watering can.
Usage Dilution to Water Treatment
Propagating & transplants 2 capfuls in 4.5L Apply as root drench when watering
Seedings and young plants 2 capfuls in 4.5L Apply as root drench when watering
Growing on maturing plants 4 capfuls in 4.5L Apply as root drench & foliar spray every 7 -10 days
Fruits and vegetables and other edibles 4 capfuls in 4.5L Apply as root drench & foliar spray before and during flowering then monthly
Lawns 4 capfuls in 4.5L Apply evenly to 10m2 monthly
The Basics
Ideal soil
Acidic soil, good organic content, pH 4.5-6.0. Inkarho range of rhododendrons will tolerate soils up to pH7.5
Sun or Shade
Light dappled shade is best for most varieties.
Shelter
Refer to hardiness rating. Give young plants protection.
Site Selection
Avoid close to trees, roots, invasive weeds, walls, hot patios, dry banks and waterlogged soils. Do not use weed matting or stone mulch.
Plant spacing
Use the height shown in 10 years as a guide to the distance between each plant. Allow room for plant to fill out. If planting closer for instant impact, be prepared to move plants after a few years.
Compost
- 3 litre pot, dig in 10-20 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 7.5 litre pot, dig in 20-30 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 70-80cm specimen, dig in 60 litres of ericaceous compost.
- 100-120cm specimen, dig in 120 litres of ericaceous compost.
Planting depth
Plant high in the ground, with the top of the rootball visible.
Feeding
Slow-release ericaceous feed recommended in March and straight after flowering.
Mulch
Recommended every few years.
Water
The key ingredient! Keep moist all season, especially the critical time at end of June for flower bud initiation. Tap water is better than no water. Heavy dose at least once per week in dry weather.
Drainage
Ensure good drainage in winter, especially with yellow flowering varieties. Avoid waterlogged sites.
Pruning
Rhododendrons and Camellias: Not normally required. Tidy wayward shoots after flowering.
Evergreen azaleas and Bloombux can be clipped into a low hedge.
Magnolias and Acers: Formative pruning when young to shape into a tree or bush.
Deadheading
Remove old flower-heads, particularly on young or weak plants.
For further advice see here
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