Macracote CRF Purple Plus 6-8mth
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What is Macracote?
Macracote is a spherical granule of gold compounded CRF type fertiliser with a diameter of 2 to 4mm. This is manufactured by coating granuler NPK with a polymer composition of modified wax, natural additives and with trace elements. A wide variety of the Macracote range with various nutrient compositions and varying release rates are manufactured that meet the fertilisation requirements of many kinds of plants. As the release rates of the nutrients are accurately controlled by a blend of special coating technology, one single dose application is possible for the entire fertilisation to the plants adjusting the rate of release to match the plant growth throughout the required period.

What makes Macracote Unique?
Macracote technology is unique and differentiated in that the release of all the nutrients through the coating is simultaneous and at an even rate irrespective of the varying molecule sizes of the N, P and K. This is due to the unique crystalline structure and morphology of its modified coating.

How reliable is Macracote?
During the past 25 years in nursery trials across Australia Macracote has proven to be as good as, or better than other brands of (CRF) controlled release fertilisers available in the marketplace

Does Macracote dump?
No, the special polymer coating composition of the modified wax possesses excellent heat storing properties and sustains to the harshest climate conditions by working as heat insulator around the NPK granules. Selecting the right blend is the critical factor in achieving a predictable release pattern. Variation of temperature-dependant nutrient release has been achieved by the incorporation of additives in the modified wax coating. Other factors to consider are plant species and plant sensitivity to specific nutrients e.g. Phosphorus sensitive plants

Why should I consider Macracote when I am content with my current CRF brand?
The main reason would be the price. Macracote is competitively priced due to the fact that it is produced in Australia unlike other brands which are imported from overseas and the cost associated with importation means that a large portion of the price you pay is actually freight and related costs. We consistently prove to nurseies that we can achieve the same or better results with savings of 20-30%. In an ever increasing competitive market, can you ignore Macracote's cost savings?

Does the thickness of the coating affect the nutrient value of Macracote?
No, regardless of the CRF brand you are purchasing the NPK as a percentage (%) of weight. Macracote's coating percentage and thickness does not affect the label rate of nutrients. By law all CRF are sold by w/w. Langley Fertilisers guarantees the label rates of nutrients (w/w) as listed on each bag of Macracote

Application rates

Incorporated into potting mix or soil 2.5kg - 5.6kg per cuubic metre.

Adding to pots or planter bags
100mm (4") 1 - 3 grams
150mm (6") 4 - 8 grams
200mm (8") 10 - 25 grams
300mm (12") 30 - 75 grams
400mm (16") 45 - 100 grams
35lt pot/bag 75 - 150 grams
45lt pot/bag 90 - 100 grams
75lt pot/bag 150 - 350 grams

Rates vary according to plant variety, climate, soil and irrigation factors

Always check the soil PH and adjust if required.

The information provided is a general guide and trials should be done before changing existing fertiliser methods
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