Description

• A long-term solution to Localised Dry Patch giving rapid gains in summer sward quality
• Our solution aims to cure the causes not just remove the symptoms of dry patch

AquaStasis is a new development in dry patch management. Many turf managers experience a hydrophobic layer 4-6cm thick occurring just below the thatch layer. It often occurs in conjunction with or near fairy rings, and causes weak grass susceptible to disease and wear that many wetting agents cannot reach.

The hydrophobic layer is caused by organic hydrophobins excreted by fungi that coat the soil particles. The bacteria in AquaStasis are chosen for their ability to digest these hydrophobins and outcompete the fungi for nutrient, removing the cause of the problem.

CONTENTS

AquaStasis contains bacteria chosen for their ability to break down the organic hydrophobins secreted by soil fungi which cause dry patch.

APPLICATION AND TIMING……………………….

For application over the whole surface of a typical bowling green mix 750g of AquaStasis (pre diluted in cold or tepid water) with at least 100 litres of water.

Tine the area to be treated and apply 5 kg AquaStasis in 500- 600 Litres of clean water per hectare. Pre-dilute in warm water before adding to the tank. If using mains water allow to stand for a few hours to let the chlorine dissipate before adding AquaStasis.

Use wide nozzles on your sprayer. For best results mix with an organic or nonionic wetting agent. Keep the spray tank agitated during application.

Apply weekly if necessary or spot treat as required.

AquaStasis may be used to spot treat local areas of dry patch. Tine the area to the depth of the hydrophobic layer and apply by knapsack sprayer or watering can.

AquaStasis produces protease enzymes which degrade the white hydrophobic proteins secreted onto soil particles by the basidiomycetes fungi commonly found in Fairy Rings. The hydrophobic layer is usually found just below the thatch layer 2cm-6cm deep

SPOT TREATING Tine the area as much as possible to the bottom of the hydrophobic layer. Use 100gms – 200gms AquaStasis per 100 sq.m. Pre wet the area with BioActive Yucca and water or tank mix BioActive Yucca directly with the AquaStasis solution. Repeat as necessary.

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