Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special
Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special
Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special, manufactured by ICL Specialty Fertilizer, is a superior water soluble fertilizer formulated with a 13-2-13 npk ratio to deliver healthy, compacted growth of plugs, liners, bedding plants, and vegetable transplants.
Brings ease to professional and beginning growers with this products ability to counter high alkalinity in irrigation water and be its own micronutrient component.
Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special excels in healthy foliage growth and has a M-77 chelating formula for fast, nutrient uptake.
Tools Needed
Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special can be applied with either a backpack sprayer or spray rig.
How to Use
- Step 1: Depending on the ppm rate, the application rates will vary so it would be best to refer to the bag label. Apply 1 tsp of Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special in 1 gallon of water to treat 160 ppm. For a 240 ppm, use 1 tbsp of product in 2 gallons of water. For 307 ppm, use 1 cup of product in 25 gallons of water. For a 159 ppm, apply 1 lb. of product in 100 gallons of water.
- Step 2: Fill the sprayer with half the amount of water, add measured amount of Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special, then add the remaining half of water. Close the spray tank and agitate until the granules have dissolved.
- Step 3: Spray the Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special mixture to the top and bottom of plant leaves until wet, but not to the point of runoff.
Where to Use
Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special can be applied to plugs, liners, bedding plants, and vegetable transplants.
When to Use
Apply Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special when plants are well-established or being transplanted.
Safety Information
Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special 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
Verify Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special analysis, longevity, and rate for plants in your production system (for assistance, contact your regional ICL-SF Territory Manager or call the ICL Lab at 877-467-8522).
Availability | Online |
Restricted Use | No |
Shipping Restrictions | No Restrictions |
Brand | ICL SPECIALTY FERTILIZER |
Keith's Pro Tips | "Make sure plant containers and soil is ready before inserting plugs. Less exposure to air for plug roots helps to avoid roots drying out." |
Product Drawbacks | Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special is most effective with water type 1 and 2, and other water types may not be as effective. |
Application Equipment | Backpack Sprayer, Spray Rig |
Application Methods | Broadcast Spray, Spot Treatment |
Active Ingredient | Nitrogen 13%, Phosphate 2%, Soluble Potash 13%, Calcium 6%, and Magnesium 3% |
Product Type | Fertilizer |
Formulation | Water Dispersible Granule (WDG) |
Application Rate | Apply 1 tsp of Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special in 1 gallon of water to treat 160 ppm. For a 240 ppm, use 1 tbsp of product in 2 gallons of water. For 307 ppm, use 1 cup of product in 25 gallons of water. For a 159 ppm, apply 1 lb. of product in 100 gallons of water. |
Shelf Life | Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special will last up to 3 years when stored in a cool, dry location. |
Yield | 25 lbs. of Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special coverage depends on container size. |
Use Sites | Outdoors |
Time to Kill | Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special will last up to several weeks. |
Comparable Products | Osmocote Smart-Release Plant Food Flower & Vegetable |
EPA Registration # | Not applied |
Restricted Use | No |
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Availability | Online |
Keith's Pro Tip | "Make sure plant containers and soil is ready before inserting plugs. Less exposure to air for plug roots helps to avoid roots drying out." |
Time to Kill | Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special will last up to several weeks. |
Chemical Type | Fertilizer |
Formulation | Water Dispersible Granule (WDG) |
Application Methods | Broadcast Spray, Spot Treatment |
Product Drawbacks | Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special is most effective with water type 1 and 2, and other water types may not be as effective. |
Active Ingredient | Nitrogen 13%, Phosphate 2%, Soluble Potash 13%, Calcium 6%, and Magnesium 3% |
Application Equipment | Backpack Sprayer, Spray Rig |
Mix Rate | Apply 1 tsp of Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special in 1 gallon of water to treat 160 ppm. For a 240 ppm, use 1 tbsp of product in 2 gallons of water. For 307 ppm, use 1 cup of product in 25 gallons of water. For a 159 ppm, apply 1 lb. of product in 100 gallons of water. |
Use Sites | Outdoors |
Yield | 25 lbs. of Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special coverage depends on container size. |
EPA Registration No. | Not applied |
Shelf Life | Peters Excel 13-2-13 Plug & Bedding Plant Special will last up to 3 years when stored in a cool, dry location. |
Comparable Products | Osmocote Smart-Release Plant Food Flower & Vegetable |
Children or pets? | No |
Property Characteristics | None |