ICL Osmocote
Best long-term fertilizer for professional outdoor nursery growers.
This is the set-it-and-forget-it solution for serious outdoor growers who value consistency over constant maintenance. By relying on advanced dual-coating technology, you trade the need for frequent, manual feeding for a predictable, steady nutrient release that lasts an entire growing season.
$108.30
at
Steve Regan Company
Who it's for
- Busy gardeners seeking a set-it-and-forget-it feeding schedule
- Plant owners worried about fertilizer burn or nutrient runoff
- Serious growers prioritizing comprehensive plant health and vitality
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious hobbyists preferring lower upfront costs
- Gardeners in climates with extreme or unpredictable temperature fluctuations
- Precision growers needing immediate control over nutrient levels
Performance breakdown
Nutrient Longevity
The eight-to-nine-month release window offers exceptional stability for long-term crop cycles.
Application Versatility
Seamlessly adapts to both top-dressing and soil incorporation methods for grower flexibility.
Nutrient Efficiency
Advanced coating technology significantly minimizes leaching and maximizes plant uptake rates.
Micronutrient Completeness
The inclusion of STEP Hi-Mag ensures comprehensive nutrition beyond basic NPK needs.
Predictability
Consistent release patterns provide reliable growth results across varying outdoor temperature ranges.
Operational Economy
Reduced application frequency lowers labor costs for large-scale production environments.
Key Specs
Release Duration
8-9 Months
Package Size
50 lb.
NPK Ratio
19% Nitrogen, 5% Phosphate, 8% Potash
Micronutrients
Fortified with STEP Hi-Mag
Application Method
Incorporation or surface application
Fertilizer Form
Granular
Release Type
Controlled Release
Nitrogen Percentage
19%
Phosphorus Percentage
5%
Potassium Percentage
8%
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