Applying to Lawns, Fields, Fairways

Turf Applications

Fields, lawns, and fairways require three 84 kg.N.ha-1 applications in the growing season. Guidelines for these applications vary depending on the method of application. If applied through a fertigation system, no dilution of Sulfert 8 is required. Likewise, mix nozzles automatically dilute Sulfert 8 and prior dilution is not required. For spray applications, Sulfert 8 must be diluted with water in a ratio of between 1:2 – 1:5 depending on the environmental conditions at the time of application. In general, a 1:3 dilution will mitigate the risk of scorching turf.


Spray Application

  • Sulfert 8 liquid fertilizer must be diluted with water in a ratio of between 1:2 – 1:5. (Refer to table for detailed instruction.)
  • E.g. To apply at a rate of 84 kg.N.ha-1, mix 1 litre (1.2kg) of Sulfert 8 with two to five litres of water and apply to 12m2.
  • Apply evenly over the appropriate surface using a fertigation system, venturi nozzle, spray applicator, or any other suitable dispersion device. For large areas, a fertigation system is recommended for cost effective and fast application.
  • Spray application in gusty wind should be avoided to prevent uneven dispersion. A wind speed of less than 8 km/hr is preferable.
  • Irrigate well after application to prevent scorching.

Lawns, Fairways, Sports fields: Spring, mid-summer, early autumn

 

Nitrogen Demand:

Sulfert 8:

Dilute with water: (Min. Dilution: 1:2)

Total mixture:

Per Square meter (m2)

8.4 g

105 g

   
 

88 ml

176 ml

264 ml

Per Hectare(s) (ha-1)

84 kg

1050 kg

   
 

875 l

1750 l

 2625 l

Creating Blends

Sulfert 8 is highly soluble in water. When adding supplementary nutrients, allow mixture to stand overnight to guarantee a well-mixed solution. Verify that the supplementary ingredients are compatible with Sulfert 8 prior to mixing to prevent chemicals precipitating out of solution (e.g. Potassium Nitrate should be avoided).

When to Fertilize

Three applications are generally needed for turf – early spring, late spring, early autumn.

EARLY SPRING
When rapid growth begins.
(Late Aug — Sep*)

LATE SPRING
Prior to summer heat and drought stress
(November*)

EARLY AUTUMN
After summer heat and drought stress.
(Late March*)

*Western Cape, South Africa
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