TenSile is a highly efficient liquid nutrient combining silicon and potassium with phosphite P and seaweed-derived natural biostimulants, formulated to improve crop strength, quality and shelf life.
The product contains a soluble form of potassium silicate to strengthen stem and leaf tissue for healthier, more robust, arable, vegetable and salad crops.
TenSile works by increasing silicon deposited in the cell walls, which forms a protective layer, reducing transpiration through the outer cells. This means plants wilt less and are more tolerant of heat stress. The increased strength in cell walls improves leaf presentation to light and enhances stem strength. Soluble silicon also enhances nutrient uptake and can increase chlorophyll concentration. Epidermal cell walls containing silicon deposits can act as a mechanical barrier to fungi and insects.
ANALYSIS
Also contains bio active agents derived from Ascophyllum Nodosum seaweed at 2% w/v.
KEY BENEFITS
- Silicon deposited in the cell walls forms a protective layer reducing transpiration through the outer cells.
- Plants wilt less and are more tolerant of heat stress.
- Increased strength in cell walls improves leaf presentation to light and enhances stem strength.
- Soluble Silicon enhances nutrient uptake and can increase chlorophyll concentration.
- Leaves can be thicker and darker green compared to those grown without soluble silicon.
- Epidermal cell walls containing Silicon deposits can act as a mechanical barrier to fungi and insects.
PACK SIZES
2 X 10L & 1000L IBC
APPLICATION RATE & TIMINGS
CEREALS :
Apply @ 1.25-2.5 l/ha @ GS (Zadoks) 21-23. Repeat at G.S. 30-33.
OILSEED RAPE :
Apply @ 1.25-3.0 l/ha from 4-6 true leaves. Repeat at 14-21 day intervals
LETTUCE/LEAFY SALADS :
Apply @ 2.0-3.0 l/ha from 10-14 days post planting. Repeat at 10-14 day intervals.
CUCURBITS :
Apply @ 1.5-3.0 l/ha @ 4-6 true leaves. Repeat at 10-14 day intervals.
BRASSICAS :
Apply @ 1.5-3.0 l/ha from 4-6 true leaves. Repeat at 14-21 day intervals.
ROOT CROPS :
Apply @ 1.5-3.0 l/ha from 4-6 true leaves. Repeat at 14-21 day intervals.
PEAS & BEANS :
Apply @ 1.5-3.0 l/ha @ 6-8 true leaves. Repeat at 10-14 day intervals.
ALLIUMS :
Apply @ 1.5-3.0 l/ha @ 4-6 true leaves. Repeat at 14-21 day intervals
Propagated plants will benefit from an application of TenSile via irrigation techniques. Apply at 3-4ml
per litre of water just prior to planting out.
TenSile is best applied as a foliar spray at water rates of 200-600 l/ha depending on the crop type and stage of growth.
Mixing Instructions:
TenSile should be added to the tank with a minimum of 50% of the water volume present. Agitation should be maintained during mixing and throughout the spraying operation. All spraying equipment and lines should be flushed through thoroughly with clean water before and after the spraying operation.
Compatibility:
TenSile is best applied as a single product. If tank mixing is required, a jar test with all proposed co- products at the required dilution rates should be carried out. TenSile is alkaline in nature and should not be mixed with acidic fertilisers or chemicals.