{"product_id":"5l-liquid-seaweed-fertiliser-for-plant-growth-1","title":"5L Liquid Seaweed Fertiliser for Plant Growth","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 5L cold-pressed liquid seaweed made from sustainably sourced \u003cem\u003eAscophyllum nodosum\u003c\/em\u003e. Applied regularly through the year, it helps stimulate active soil microbes and keep turf in excellent condition, and it can also be used as a tonic to revive turf after periods of stress. Because it directly benefits soil structure and stimulates the fungi and bacteria essential to soil health, seaweed is classed as a biostimulant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusive fresh cold-press manufacturing process extracts the maximum amount of bioactive compounds, such as auxin and vitamin B12, without the degradation normally caused by heat or chemical extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally low pH makes tank mixing easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh levels of plant essential compounds such as iodine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZero added NPK, giving managers maximum control over nutritional inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSustainably and responsibly sourced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced without creating additional waste by-products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStimulates active soil microbes, benefits soil structure and encourages beneficial fungi and bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActs as a tonic to reinvigorate turf after stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeaweed Extraction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow seaweed is processed and extracted is critical to getting the most out of its plant-beneficial bioactive compounds. Each method produces an extract with different characteristics and concentrations of beneficial compounds and elements, and cold pressing gives the highest concentration of plant-beneficial bioactive compounds. The three methods of extraction compare as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChemical\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCold Pressing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe use of acids and alkaline solvents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoiling or microwave assisted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImmersion in cold water, combined with pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith cold pressing the bioactive compounds are retained, whereas products extracted with heat or harsh chemicals (alkali or heat extracts) lose some of these beneficial properties. This seaweed is wet processed immediately at source using a proprietary fresh cold press method, with no heat or harsh chemicals. \u003cstrong\u003eThe process is specifically engineered to extract and preserve the bioactive components from inside the algae cells.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extract is light brown to green, has a pleasant smell and a natural pH range of 4 - 6, all of which reflect its quality and the proprietary cold pressed extraction. By contrast, dark, black-hued liquids that smell more like chemicals and have an unnaturally high pH, high potassium and high soluble solids point to alkaline extraction. Such products lack some beneficial substances, such as vitamin B12 (a source of cobalt), which is sensitive to alkaline conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNatural Nutrition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe low macronutrient content is deliberate.\u003c\/strong\u003e The seaweed is formulated in its raw form with no added nutritional supplements, so it stands on its own merits as a superior extract. This gives managers the flexibility to control nutritional inputs and be confident about exactly which compounds are producing a visual effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePhytohormones and Phytohormone Analogues\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhytohormones, also called plant growth substances, are chemicals produced in plants that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegulate essential cell processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerceive and communicate the correct cell response to their microenvironment for repair, immunity and homeostasis (stable optimal function)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetermine the formation of leaves, stems, roots, fruits and flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComponents: Glycine betaine (Trimethylglycine), Cytokinin's, Abscisic acid (ABA), Gibberellic acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBiochemical Defence and Nutrition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolysaccharides:\u003c\/strong\u003e seaweed extracts are rich in long sugar chains known as polysaccharides, and \u003cem\u003eAscophyllum nodosum\u003c\/em\u003e contains a range of soluble polysaccharides found only in brown seaweed extracts. These provide energy, chelate nutrients and play a key role in plant defence. Research indicates that polysaccharides indirectly activate defence signalling pathways in the plant, leading to the production of antimicrobial plant proteins and enzymes that can stop pathogens gaining a foothold. Components: Alginates, Fucoidans\/fucans, Laminarin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Bioactive Compounds:\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside polysaccharides, seaweeds contain further compounds that support biochemical defence and nutrition. Components: Amino acids, Coblamine (Vitamin B12), Glycine betaine (Trimethylglycine), Iodine, Mannitol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse regularly throughout the year (every 4 - 6 weeks) to maintain turf condition. It can be applied to turf grass and plants every 2 - 4 weeks all year round, particularly in spring and summer, and works best as a foliar treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplicator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater Volume (L\/ha)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack Coverage (m²)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemedial Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoom Sprayer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 L\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300-400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5000-2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemedial Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnapsack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 ml\/m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300-400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5000-2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoom Sprayer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 L\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300-400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5000-2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnapsack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 ml\/m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300-400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5000-2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen to Apply\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply proactively ahead of periods of high disease pressure to prime the plant's defences. Avoid applying once a pathogen is established, so as not to stimulate the disease. Application window: January to December (all year).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTank Mix Partners\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoluble Fertilisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiquid Fertilisers (the only exception being Liquid Iron)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurf grass, including golf greens and tees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinvigorating turf after periods of stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSource: Sustainably sourced \u003cem\u003eAscophyllum nodosum\u003c\/em\u003e seaweed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtraction: Proprietary fresh cold press, wet processed at source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Biostimulant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Light brown to green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 4 - 6 (natural)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdded NPK: Zero\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 5 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Turf Care Pro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58855550157131,"sku":"TCP973","price":107.52,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/0142\/3435\/files\/5de706cae38b052a365d243a7d79c052.jpg?v=1792074570","url":"https:\/\/turfcarepro.co.uk\/products\/5l-liquid-seaweed-fertiliser-for-plant-growth-1","provider":"Turf Care Pro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}