Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9M) Standard Fertilizer, manufactured by ICL Specialty Fertilizer, is a professional controlled released fertilizer to deliver a steady and dependable source of nutrition to a wide variety of potted or hanging crops.

Plants with short to long-term growing rates can be feed dependably with this products unique patterned nutrient release technology. Each prill contains a 15-9-12 npk and micronutrients that slowly release over time to meet specific feeding cycles with unmatched safety and consistency.

Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9) Standard Fertilizer supplies consistent nutrients to sensitive crops for up to 8-9 months, resulting in reduced labor and increased production of foliage.

Tools Needed

Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9M) Standard Fertilizer can be applied with either a handheld spreader or push spreader.

How to Use

• Step 1: Determine how much Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9M) Standard Fertilizer to use by measuring the square footage of the treatment area. To do this, measure the length and width of the treatment area in feet then multiply them together (length X width = square footage). To find the cubic yard, measure the length, width, and depth of the treatment area in feet then multiply them together and then divide the total by 27 (length X width X depth = total / 27 = cubic yard). Depending on the plant container sizes and how many there are in the treatment area will vary in application rates so it would be best to refer to the product label. To treat about 539 6" azalea / hibiscus (1.5 qt.) per cubic yard, apply either 7, 11, or 15 grams of Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9M) Standard Fertilizer. For larger containers measuring 10 gallons with a 17 inch diameter, use 133, 204, or 282 grams of product per 1.4 sq. ft. For landscape applications, use 13.0 lbs. of product per 1,000 sq. ft.
• Step 2: Calibrate your spreader to the proper ratio as instructed in its product manual. Load the measured amount of Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9) Standard Fertilizer.
• Step 3: Evenly blend the Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9M) Standard Fertilizer into growing soil media to ensure uniform distribution without over-mixing. For top-dress applications, spread this product evenly on container surface (avoid piling fertilizer directly against plant stem). Irrigate after application (irrigation frequency and volume should be monitored and adjusted during the crop production cycle).

Where to Use

Apply Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9M) Standard Fertilizer on hanging baskets and potted plants grown in greenhouses, as well as container-grown nursery plants and in landscape containers and beds.

When to Use

Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9M) Standard Fertilizer may be applied when average media temperature is between 60-90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Safety Information

Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9M) Standard Fertilizer is safe to use around children and pets when applied according to the product label instructions. Always wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when applying this product.

Special Considerations

When plants are grown in average media temperatures of 80 degrees Fahrenheit you can expect Osmocote Plus 15-9-12 (8-9M) Standard Fertilizer to give you 6-7 months of steady feeding.