Kristalon: types of fertilizers and method of application, dosage and analogues

Complex mineral fertilizers are produced by many agrochemical enterprises, they are widely used in fields for different crops. Consider the varieties of "Crystal", their composition, properties and characteristics, rules for use for garden and indoor plants. How to store fertilizers, and what preparations with similar properties and effects can replace them.

Properties and characteristics of the drug "Crystal"

Kristalon is a line of water-soluble complex fertilizers produced by CJSC Yara. They contain nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, microelements in chelated form, there is no chlorine in the composition.Fertilizers are optimally suited to plants of any kind, suitable for use on soils of all types. They are used for conventional application and as a solution in drip irrigation systems.

"Crystals" increase the resistance of crops to cold, drought, support growth under adverse conditions, compensate for nutrient deficiencies, and increase yields.

Pros and cons

Varieties of "Crystal" have the following advantages:

• applies to all crops;
• can be used both in the fields and in private farms;
• root and foliar application;
• application in drip irrigation systems;
• greatly accepted by plants.

Cons: high consumption of solution.

Varieties of fertilizer

Different "Crystals" differ in composition, purpose and color of the powder. By color, you can immediately determine the type of fertilizer.

Universal, white

NPK fertilizer formula: 15:5:30, magnesium 3%, sulfur 6%, iron 0.0 7%, boron 0.025%, molybdenum 0.004%, manganese 0.04%, copper 0.01%, zinc 0.025%. It is applied under all crops at the rate of 2-5 kg per ha (solution concentration - 0.05-0.02%), taking into account the agrochemical parameters of the soil and the requirements of the culture. Consumption per hectare - 500-1000 l. Used for root dressing and leaf dressing.

Yellow

NPK formula: 13:40:13, iron 0.07%, boron 0.025%, molybdenum 0.004%, manganese 0.04%, copper 0.01%, zinc 0.025%. It is used at the initial stages of plant development, to accelerate the growth of roots. All crops are fertilized with an application rate of 1-3 kg per hectare, 50-1000 liters are consumed (taking into account soil indicators). "Crystal Yellow" can be used for top dressing under the root and on the leaf.

Red and brown

Crystal Red formula NPK: 12:12:36, magnesium 1%, sulfur 2.5%. It is used for root and foliar feeding of all agricultural crops with any growing technologies. It is especially effective to feed them vegetables and melons due to the even ratio of nitrogen and phosphorus, as well as fruit and berry crops and flowers. For irrigation, dilute 25-30 g per 10 liters of water, for foliar feeding - 3 g per 10 liters.

"Crystal Brown" contains NPK: 3:11:38, magnesium 4%, sulfur 27.5%, iron 0.07%, boron 0.025%, molybdenum 0.004%, manganese 0.04%, copper 0 .01%, zinc 0.025%. Fertilizer is applied under all plants at 1-2 kg per hectare, a solution of 50-1000 liters is consumed. Directions for use: Root and foliar application.

Pink

"Crystal" of this species is intended for fertilizing flowers, mainly garden ones, it contributes not only to the development of plants, but also to the intensive formation of buds, the splendor of flowers.For irrigation, dilute 10-20 g per 10 l, for spraying on a leaf - 1-3 g per 10 l (1 time in 7-10 days).

Green and cucumber

"Crystal Green" is also called "Special" and contains 18% NPK, 3% magnesium, 5% sulfur, iron 0.07%, boron 0.025%, molybdenum 0.004%, manganese 0.04%, copper 0.01%, zinc 0.025%. It is used for spraying and root application through drip irrigation. Application rate - 0.5-3 kg per ha, consumption - 50-1000 l.

"Cucumber Crystal" has the formula NPK: 14:11:31, magnesium 2.5%, sulfur 5%, iron 0.015%, boron 0.02%, molybdenum 0.002%, manganese 0.1%, copper 0.01%, zinc 0.01%. It is used to feed cucumbers, the composition is specially designed to meet the needs of this crop. Application rate - 2-50 kg per ha, consumption at a concentration of consumption of 0.05-0.2% is 500-1000 liters per hectare.

Rules of application

"Crystals" like to use on their plots, many gardeners.

This is one of the most famous fertilizers used for garden crops, in particular vegetables and flowers.

For tomato

To increase the yield and quality of tomatoes, Kristalon fertilizer can be applied in many ways: for root irrigation and spraying. To feed the seedlings, use a solution of 10 g per 10 liters, watering - 1 time per week. For adult plants, once every 2 weeks, top dressing is prepared from 10-20 g of powder per 10 liters. Dosage when spraying: 1 g per 1 liter, with a frequency of 1 time in 7-10 days.

For indoor plants

For flowers in pots, "Crystal White" or "Pink" is suitable. It is these varieties that have the most optimized composition, which makes it possible to provide flowers with all mineral elements. Dosage: 0.5-1 g per 1 liter, watering frequency - 1 time in 7-10 days.

Safety precautions

When calcium nitrate is mixed with Kristalon, a precipitate may form, so it is impossible to combine preparations. The fertilizer is compatible with most other agricultural preparations.

Gloves and goggles should be worn when mixing and spraying so that drops do not get on the skin and eyes. The solution can irritate mucous membranes and skin, but drug poisoning is rare. After feeding, you need to wash your hands and face with soap, rinse with water the areas on the body where the solution has got.

Storage rules

"Crystals" are stored for 2 years in the original packaging, tightly closed. It is necessary to protect the powder from moisture and direct sunlight. In the warehouse with the drug, you can store pesticides and other fertilizers, do not store feed, food, household products and medicines. The solution, ready for use, can be stored for 1 day. To avoid excess, you need to dilute as much of the drug as needed for daily use.

Analogues

Replace "Crystals" can be preparations "Aquarin", "Fertika Crystalon", "Agro Master", "Plantafol", "Growth", "Agresol", "Partner". They contain nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and trace elements in various proportions. Usually in the line of any manufacturer you can find universal and specialized products for various groups of crops.

"Crystals" are used in agriculture and on private plots to feed all crops. They are easy to dose, dissolve quickly in water, so they can be used to prepare solutions for drip irrigation.

This is an excellent fertilizer for plant nutrition throughout the season, completely absorbed by them, as they contain trace elements in chelated form. In addition to nutrition, they increase the resistance of crops to adverse conditions, diseases and pests, increase productivity, quality and keeping quality of fruits.

The manufacturer produces "Crystal" in various forms, with different composition. From the range it is easy to choose the variety that is suitable for certain crops.

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