Sylvamix Special is the prescription mix service fulfilling the specific requirements of individual growers, incorporating modifications to the standard formulae of Sylvamix.
• Contains Melcourt Growbark, Melcourt Sylvafibre, two widely used and well-proven products in peat-free and peat-reduced growing • Can include other bulk ingredients such as coir, green compost, clay granules • Contains wetting agent • Can include controlled release fertilizers • Can include pesticides • Enables cost-effective peat-free production • Prescription service enables product tailored to individual needs • Manufactured from completely renewable, sustainable ingredients • Detailed technical back-up available • Compatible with most irrigation systems • Free-flowing texture allows easy filling of pots • Audited by the Responsible Sourcing Scheme
Available in 50 litre bags, maxi-bales, bulk bags and loose bulk
Crop Management Crop management will depend on the particular formulae. Detailed technical advice is available from Melcourt
Typical crop applications Sylvamix Special growing media can be made for a wide range of applications such as ericaceous growing and organic media.
Pesticides: where Sylvamix is supplied containing pesticide, (which will only ever be at the customers’ request), it is essential that the users of the product are made aware that pesticide has been incorporated, and that the full safety and handling instructions have been made available to users. There may also be restrictions on the storage period once pesticide is incorporated into the Sylvamix. Melcourt will advise the customer where this is the case, together with a link to the relevant Product Safety Data sheets.
Storage: Sylvamix Growing Media should always be stored carefully in clean, dry, cool conditions away from any potential contaminants and direct sunlight. Avoid conditions which allow the product to become dry and dusty and if this occurs use suitable dust protection. Sylvamix growing media can safely be stored for up to six months under suitable conditions, unless they have been supplied with controlled release fertilizers in which case they must be used within 21 days from purchase.
Main Constituents
Typically Coniferous bark and woodfibre, coir
Origin
UK and India
Nominal particle size
Typically 0 – 6mm
Bulk Density
Typically 420 g/l
pH
6.2 – 6.5
Wetting agent
Yes
Nutrient content
Dependent on customer request
*All values given in the Specifications table are typical. However, some variation may occur from time to time. Melcourt Industries Ltd reserves the right to alter the specification without notice, for the purpose of product improvement.
Where to buy the Melcourt Professional Growers Range
The Melcourt Professional Growers’ Range is available through our network of Horticultural Distributors who stock our professional growers range and also administer direct deliveries.
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