Autumn Crop Solutions
From ICL Professional Horticulture Growing media specifically designed to give market leading results in the production of Pansies, Primulas, Poinsettias and Cyclamen
Tailor your growing media requirements with new...
Quality assured with Professional Growing Media
CRF technology incorporated
At ICL we know that grower requirements vary geographically and from crop to crop, therefore we offer a complete solutions package to design and produce growing media to our customers’ individual requirements. With this in mind we have produced four growing media mixes (for Pansy and Primulas as well as for Poinsettia and Cyclamen crops) from our technical expertise within the professional horticulture industry. These innovative mixes have been crafted by the ICL technical team who work with growers on a daily basis and know how to provide better quality crops whilst maximising return on investment. Our Technical Area Sales Managers (see back page) will be pleased to discuss your exact requirements in person or over the phone, as they all have a wealth of knowledge working in the horticulture industry over many years.
Did you know? Exemptor is now approved for peat reduced and peat free growing media.
trace element package for healthier plants
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for insect control
Go to for the best solution • New Osmocote Exact High K formulation included for bedding and Cyclamen mixes.
• Quality and assurance of Levington Advance professionally graded raw materials from our state-of-the-art facility in Scotland.
• Open structure to aid root aeration for strong healthy growth.
• Specifically designed Osmocote controlled-release
fertilizer packages to maintain nutrient availability throughout the growing cycle when liquid feeding is not always possible or desirable.
• Micromax Premium trace element package, ensuring
appropriate levels of iron for healthier, greener plants.
• H Gro wetting agent to aid re-wetting in challenging 2
summer conditions, as well as aiding root development.
• Low initial EC for optimum root development and compact healthy growth.
• Exemptor for control of Whitefly, Sciarid Fly, Aphid and Vine Weevil.
NOW AVAILABLE from all good wholesale nurseries and horticultural distributors
The ultimate pre-plant fertilizer for your trees, shrubs and plants Osmocote PrePlant provides the ultimate season long nutritional needs for trees, plants and shrubs providing a cost effective solution for landscapers when planting out. Osmocote PrePlant has a consistent release pattern due to the unique ICL resin coating technology, providing nutrition when the plants need it. The release is determined by the soil temperature; higher temperatures give a faster release and decrease the longevity period; lower temperatures slow down the release and so increase the longevity period. Osmocote PrePlant contains the ideal NPK and trace element package. This is suitable for the establishment and healthy growth of all plants, trees and shrubs.
Full season nutrition for plants
High performance and safety with Osmocote controlled release technology
Features and benefits of Osmocote PrePlant
• Fully coated product ensures plants receive the feed
they need, when they need it and with minimal leaching.
• Full trace element package with elevated levels. • 100% coated NPK, Mg and trace elements, plants
are supplied with all required nutrients to ensure strong establishment.
• High NPK content. • Safe, reliable and easy to use. • Labour saving - eliminates need for topdressing during the season.
• For use on a wide range of trees, shrubs and plants. Pack information Pack size 10kg box - 10 x 1kg bags per box Analysis 17-9-10+2MgO+TE
www.osmocote.co.uk/preplant
SAVE time and labour
For use on a wide range of trees, shrubs and plants
We have designed four mixes that will ensure you have the perfect blends of growing media, controlled-release fertilizer and, where appropriate, plant protection products giving you the right solution for your autumn crops. All crop solutions will use a combination of the following... Most technologically advanced growing media used to gain consistent results Coated fertilizer technology for short term crops Maximise the efficiency of your feed regime with patented Osmocote technology, which follows pre-determined nutrient regimes Providing essential trace elements to your plants †
Season long vine weevil control, even in low temperatures Helps to control a number of damping-off, root and base rot diseases as well as aerial diseases in ornamental crops. See reverse.
Pansy and Primula
Pansy and Primula
Recommended for plants grown for Autumn sale
Recommended for over wintered long term crops
Levington Advance Pansy Prim Autumn Medium coarse grades of peat specifically for Autumn crops Blended particle size 80% 0-10mm / 20% 6-12mm+ 0.5kg base fertlizer
Levington Advance Pansy Prim Spring Blend of particle sizes for open structure providing improved drainage Blended particle size 70% 0-10mm / 30% 6-12mm+ 0.5kg base fertlizer
Osmocote Bloom (low nutrient)
Osmocote Exact Hi K
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• 1.5kg per m • NPK 12-11-17+MgO+TE 3
• 2.5kg per m • NPK 12-7-19+1.5MgO+TE 3
Micromax 150g per m3
Micromax 150g per m3
Poinsettia
Cyclamen
Levington Advance Poinsettia
Levington Advance Cyclamen
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• Blend of particle sizes for open structure providing • Blended particle size 30% 0-10mm / 60% 6-12mm+
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+ 10% Course Grade Perlite 3-5mm
• 1kg base fertlizer
• 1kg base fertlizer
Osmocote Exact Hi.End
Osmocote Exact Standard Hi K
• Osmocote Exact Hi.End 5-6m Low initial release, safe for glasshouses • 4kg per m • NPK 15-9-12+2MgO+TE
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Micromax 200g per m3
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Specifically tailored for cyclamen to include a blend of particle sizes plus bark for good open structure and great drainage Blended particle size 45% 0-10mm / 35% 6-12mm + 20% 5-12mm pine bark+
improved drainage
Prestop
• 250g per m
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Exemptor†
• 400g per m
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• 2.5kg per m • NPK 12-7-19+1.5mgO+TE 3
Micromax Prestop 3 150g per m 250g per m3
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• 400g per m
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For more detailed specifications talk to one of our Technical Area Sales Managers (see back page). Please note that a minimum order quantity does apply, please ask for details of this when ordering.
ICL is proud to rusume the UK marketing of world renowned Bord na Móna Irish baled peat for the UK professional horticultural sector.
Recommendations for own mixes using Bord na Mona Irish baled peat
The ICL technical team have produced three innovative own mixing solutions which incorporate straight Irish baled peat with the best of ICL products for optimum results. Mix 1 Autumn Bedding - Short term Bord na Mona Pansy Prim Autumn Medium Substrate Particle Size: 0–14mm 100% AFP: 8–9% approx
Delivery Packaged Product
ICL recommended additions Osmocote Start
11-11-17+MgO+TE
2kg / m3
Micromax Premium
150g / m3
H2Gro Wetting agent
Granular rate: 500g / m3
Lime application rate 3.25 Kg per m3 for ideal pH range of 5.3-5.7
Mix 2 Autumn Bedding - Medium term Bord na Mona Pansy Prim Spring Medium Substrate Particle Size: 0–14mm 100% AFP: 8–9% approx
Delivery Packaged Product
ICL recommended additions Osmocote Bloom
12-7-19+MgO+TE
2kg / m3
DID YOU KNOW?
ICL now has a liquid formulation for H2Gro. Ask you ICL Technical Area Manager or your local distributor should you prefer to use in mixing or for top ups throughout the season.
Micromax Premium
150g / m3
H2Gro Wetting agent
Granular rate: 500g / m3
Lime application rate 3.25 Kg per m3 for ideal pH range of 5.3-5.7
Mix 3 Pot Bedding Bord na Mona Autumn Pot Bedding Medium Substrate Particle Size: 0–14mm 100% AFP: 8–9% approx
Delivery Packaged Product
ICL recommended additions Osmocote Exact Hi K
12-7-19+MgO+TE
3kg / m3
Micromax Premium
150g / m3
H2Gro Wetting agent
Granular rate: 500g / m3
Prestop
250g / m3
Exemptor
400g / m3
Lime application rate 3.25 Kg per m3 for ideal pH range of 5.3-5.7
THE PRODUCTS FOR THESE THREE MIXES ARE AVAILABLE FROM YOUR LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR
Trials prove the strengths of the new High K Good results for compact growth; ideal N / K ratio, combined with Low P (reduced stretching); Plant roots develop very well with new High K because of optimal EC first weeks after potting;
Roots crucial for strong plants
Excellent leaf shine and colour, thanks to the full trace element package + ultimate Iron release;
A better root system contributes to building a strong plant and improves plant quality. Roots develop healthily with new Osmocote Exact High K and your plants reap the benefits!
Improved plant quality at consumer thanks to quality booster effect.
Fresh weight (grams) 50.00 46.00 42.00 38.00 34.00 30.00
Welldeveloped root system in Poinsettia grown with Osmocote Exact High K 5-6M.
26.00 22.00
NEW
18.00 14.00 10.00
Osmocote Exact High K - 11-11-18 8-9 M
Osmocote Exact High K - DCT 8-9 M
Plants grown with new Osmocote Exact High K are heavier when measuring fresh weight. More fresh weight means better branching and flowering.
Professional Horticulture Team At ICL we have a dedicated team who have worked with growers for a number of years, gaining vast experience in the horticulture field. We pride ourselves on our technical expertise and expect the highest of standards from our team, who are all FACTS and BASIS qualified. They are there to offer support to maximise your crops and yields throughout the year.
Adrian Thirtle-Watts MBPR Sales Manager Professional Horticulture +44 (0)7778 603104 adrian.thirtle-watts@icl-group.com
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Ian Todd MBPR Technical Area Sales Manager +44 (0)7831 835889 ian.todd@icl-group.com
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Martin Donnelly MBPR Sales Development Manager (Horticulture) +44 (0)7785 976068 martin.donnelly@icl-group.com
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Andrew Wilson MBPR Technical Manager Fertilizers and Plant Protection +44 (0)7768 903624 andrew.wilson@icl-group.com
Dr Eleni Siasou Technical Manager Growing Media +44 (0)7867 691941 eleni.siasou@icl-group.com
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Stuart Gammage MBPR Technical Area Sales Manager +44 (0)7920 084972 stuart.gammage@icl-group.com
Steve Hughes MBPR Technical Area Sales Manager +44 (0)7799 481489 steve.hughes@icl-group.com
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Jackie Hall MBPR Technical Area Sales Manager +44 (0)7778 603120 jackie.hall@icl-group.com
Dean Sandford MBPR Technical Area Sales Manager +44 (0)7747 196217 dean.sandford@icl-group.com
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Colman Warde Country Manager - Ireland +353 877799527 colman.warde@icl-group.com
Andy Hodges MBPR Technical Area Sales Manager +44 (0)7786 701268 andy.hodges@icl-group.com
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To order your ICL products or get the latest information and advice
John Clarke MBPR Technical Area Sales Manager +44 (0)7867 787315 john.clarke@icl-group.com
Call 01473 237 111 Email prof.sales@iclsf.co.uk Web www.levington-advance.co.uk
All information is correct at time of going to press. Any products containing additives must be used within 21 days of delivery. A minimum order quantity will apply to all special mixes. Use plant protection products safely. Always read the label and product information before use. Exemptor contains thiacloprid. Exemptor is a registered trademark of Bayer. ÂŽ registered trademark of ICL and affiliates. Levington is a registered trade mark of Scotts Miracle Gro. Born a Mona is a registered trademark of Bord na Mona. PRESTOP contains Gliocladium catenulatum Strain J1446. PRESTOP is a registered trademark of LALLEMAND PLANT CARE. MAPP Number: 17223 PCS Number: 04367. PLEASE USE PLANT PROTECTION PRODUCTS SAFELY. ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND PRODUCT INFORMATION BEFORE USE. PAY ATTENTION TO THE RISK INDICATIONS AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON THE LABEL. All other trademarks are property of Everris Ltd. ISO 9001 Accredited. Product specification is subject to change dependent on raw material availability and moisture content in order to maintain consistency, quality and high level of performance. Due to its inherent consistency and potential contamination problems we do not allow green waste on ours site in the UK. Bulky raw materials include peat and percentage of professional grade Coir as standard other professional grade raw materials are available and may be substituted to maintain quality, performance and availability. Please speak to your local ICL Technical Area Sales Manager for further information regarding this.