PRO-MIX FPX AGTIV DEFEND - Fine plug growing medium
Providing an optimized growing environment is fundamental, especially when it comes to germinating seeds, plug production and rooting of young plants where it will define future productivity levels. PRO-MIX FPX AGTIV DEFEND is well adapted to encourage uniform seed germination and young plant development. PRO-MIX FPX AGTIV DEFEND contains Bacillus, a bacterium that reduces the incidence of certain root diseases.
PRO-MIX FPX AGTIV DEFEND Benefits
- Easy filling of trays
- Improved drainage and air exchange for developing roots
- Dries out faster than peat/vermiculite blends for easier water management
- Reduced calcitic limestone for better control of pH with high water alkalinity
- Reduced fertilizer charge for better control and to prevent seedling "stretch" and growth
- Accelerates seed germination and plant establishment
- Reduces the need for fungicide drenches
- Reduced incidence of plant root disease
PRO-MIX FPX AGTIV DEFEND Recommended Usages
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Ornemental: Plug and germination & Young plant propagation
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Controlled-Environment Agriculture: Vegetable transplants
PRO-MIX FPX AGTIV DEFEND Specifications:
Inert ingredients
Sphagnum Peat Moss-Fine (80-90%)
Perlite-Fine
Calcitic and dolomitic limestone
Wetting Agent
PRO-MIX FPX AGTIV DEFEND Active ingredients:
AGTIV DEFEND gives plants protection against root pathogens*.
- Forms a protective barrier around the roots
- Reduces the incidence of root diseases*
- Increases plant survival and health
* Suppress root diseases caused by specific pathogens (such as Pythium, Fusarium and Rhizoctonia), and also suppress fungus gnats and thrips.
