In ornamental crops, a number of plant processes play a crucial role that determine the final yield and sorting. A grower can positively influence these processes by applying the right fertilisers and biostimulants at the right time.

The products below are options for use in ornamental crops. Discuss with your advisor what is the best application for you.

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Stage 1 Rooting
Stage 1

Rooting

Advice:

Optima Root1-8 applications of 10 L/ha after planting and every other week as required

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Stage 2 Vegetative growth
Stage 2

Vegetative growth

Possible products:

Optima Leaf-NPK+5-10 applications of 3 - 5 L/ha during leaf development
Optima Vigor+3-8 applications of 4 L/ha during leaf development
Optima Leaf-MnZn+4-10 applications of 1,5 L/ha during leaf development
Optima Leaf-NPKvital2-5 applications of 3 - 5 L/ha during leaf development

Foliar application in case of specific nutrient deficiency - 2 to 6 times product of the Optima Leaf range: 1.5 liter/ha (the products: Optima Leaf-Trace, Optima Leaf-Cu+, Optima Leaf-Fe+, Optima Leaf-Ca, Optima Leaf-Mg+ , Optima Leaf-Mn+, Optima Leaf-Zn+) (from leaf development).

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Stage 3 Generative growth
Stage 3

Generative growth

Possible products:

Optima Leaf-K3-6 applications of 3 - 5 L/ha as required
Optima Leaf-NPK+5-10 applications of 3 - 5 L/ha during leaf development
Optima Vigor+3-8 applications of 4 L/ha during leaf development
Optima Leaf-MnZn+4-10 applications of 1,5 L/ha during leaf development
Optima Leaf-KS3-6 applications of 3 - 5 L/ha as required
Optima Leaf-NPKvital2-5 applications of 3 - 5 L/ha during leaf development

Foliar application in case of specific nutrient deficiency - 2 to 6 times product of the Optima Leaf range: 1.5 liter/ha (the products: Optima Leaf-Trace, Optima Leaf-Cu+, Optima Leaf-Fe+, Optima Leaf-Ca, Optima Leaf-Mg+ , Optima Leaf-Mn+, Optima Leaf-Zn+) (from leaf development).

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Stage 4 Harden off
Stage 4

Harden off

Advice:

Optima Leaf-K3-6 applications of 3 - 5 L/ha as required
Optima Leaf-KS3-6 applications of 3 - 5 L/ha as required

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