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TYPICAL
TEST RESULTS
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| When
tested for available water soluble nutrients by the extract method,
typical values have been as follows: |
| Soil pH |
{soilph}
|
(pH) |
| Soluble Salts |
0.1 - 0.5
|
mmhos/cm |
| Nitrogen |
15 - 30
|
ppm |
| Phosphorus |
35
- 75
|
ppm |
| Potassium |
50 - 100
|
ppm
|
| Calcium |
150
- 300
|
ppm |
| Magnesium |
25 - 75
|
ppm |
| Iron |
5
- 10
|
ppm |
| Zinc |
2 - 10
|
ppm |
| Copper |
.1
- .5
|
ppm |
| Boron |
.1 - 1.0
|
ppm |
| Sulfur |
25 - 100
|
ppm |
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GRADIATION
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|
Sieve
Size
|
%
Passing
|
|
1
1/2"
|
100
|
|
1"
|
|
|
1/2"
|
95-100
|
|
1/4"
|
65-85
|
|
#10
|
35-55
|
|
#40
|
10-30
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|
#100
|
0-10
|
|
UNIT
WEIGHT
|
|
Saturated
and surface dry
|
|
25-35
lbs/cf
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AZALEA
PLANTING MIX
FEATURES
- Soilless Media
- Consistent ingredients—consistent
results
- Naturally acidic
pH 4.5 to 5.5
- Micronutrients
added to prevent chlorosis
- Pre-moistened for
immediate use
- Provides natural
resistance to root rot when used as directed
- Extraordinary water
holding capacity but also well drained
INGREDIENTS
- 6 parts - Medium
aged Pine Bark Mulch with nominal sizing from 1 1/2” and down.
- 4 parts - Specially
selected long fiber or chunky peat moss
- 1.5 lbs/cy - Horticultural
trace elements
APPLICATIONS
- Primarily designed
for azaleas and rhododendrons.
- Also suitable for
camellias, dogwoods, blueberries, and other acid-loving plants.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Excavate 3 to 4
inches into existing grade, then build a raised bed to at least 12 inches
above the surrounding grade.
- Be sure to remove
any soil beneath the bed that is contaminated with mortar containing
lime or white limestone rock.
- Plant and fertilize
azaleas in accordance with instructions of your nearest azalea society.
We recommend Carl Pool’s Acid Azalea 5-20-3 and Instant Azalea 8-55-7.
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