It is difficult to imagine today's floriculture and gardening without excipients that contribute to the rooting and full development of ornamental and agricultural crops. Agrochemical industry more and more expands the range of the latest tools every year. Of particular interest among summer residents has recently been Zircon, a drug that at the same time it is a fertilizer and growth stimulator for plants. Let's try to figure out what its benefits and harm.
Did you know? Scientists have discovered more than 70 chemical elements in plants, and for normal growth all cultures need only 15: C, O, H, N, K, Mg, P, Ca, S, B, Fe, Mn, Cu, Mo, Zn .
"Zircon" - fertilizer for plants
After fertilizers of biological and chemical origin are introduced into the soil, flowerpots, fruit and vegetable crops often experience stress, stopping in growth. "Zircon" is used to protect plants and as a regulator of the process of formation of roots, growth, flowering and fruiting, as well as to increase resistance to pathogenic bacteria and viruses. The action of the drug is often compared with immunoprotective agents. In fact, it does not contain the necessary chemical elements for growth. Its value is in modulating the protective properties of crops and enhancing the action of nutrients that have entered the root system. Therefore, the tool is not recommended to use monotonously as fertilizer.
The wide spectrum of action of "Zircon" is confirmed in the instructions for use of the drug, where, in particular, its use is recommended at the first signs of pathogenic flora. Potted flowers and vegetable seedlings are treated with a prophylactic solution to resist powdery mildew, late blight, bacteriosis, rot, fusarium, scab, moniliose, perenosprosis, and other pathogens.
As a fertilizer, "Zircon" is effective before planting seeds in the ground, because stimulates the development and spitting of the sprout a week earlier than usual and improves the amiability of shoots. Moreover, the drug helps plants to adapt without loss to sudden changes in temperature, change the chemical composition of the soil during transplantation, rooting cuttings. To prepare the solution "Zircon" as a fertilizer must be strictly according to the instructions. For example:
- onions, irrespective of the variety and color of the peel, are fed with a solution of 1 ampoule of biostimulant and 1 l of water, which they infuse for 18 hours before watering;
- a similar solution is diluted for fertilizer of all seedlings of fruit crops. Before watering it insist 12 hours;
- all other garden plants fertilize with a universal solution of 20 drops of the drug and 1 liter of water, which is drawn for about a day;
- "Zircon" as a fertilizer used for indoor plants at the rate of 8 drops of funds per 1 liter of water, and in the process of budding the amount of the drug is reduced by half.
Did you know? Biostimulants reduce the load of pesticides, improve the condition of the soil, prevent the loss of micronutrients and limit the penetration of harmful substances into the ecosystem.
How does "Zircon" on plants, the mechanism and the active substance
The composition of "Zircon" is an extract of Echinacea purpurea and esters, based on dissolved hydroxycinnamic acids. As a result, all components of the drug in the complex at the cellular level have antiviral, antimicrobial, antioxidant and antitoxic effects on horticultural crops. The tool can not harm any person, flora or the environment. At the same time, it rejuvenates the plant. For example, if you add a couple of drops to the water for a bouquet, the flowers will perk up and stand for much longer.
The component is well combined with almost all known biological and synthetic insecticides and fungicides, with the exception of fertilizers with an alkaline reaction, which level its action. In any case, before work is required to check the compatibility of drugs. For this purpose, mix a small dose of both substances and observe. The appearance of sediment indicates a poor interaction.
The drug "Zircon", as stated in the instructions for use, can be used as velcro when treating plants with other protective agents against diseases and pests. As a result of a chemical reaction, their action will be enhanced.
Plant Zircon Growth Regulator: instructions for use
Often the drug comes to the aid of capricious pot and vegetable plants, influencing their growth inhibitors. As a growth promoter, Zircon is effective, because it strengthens the root system and contributes to its development, accelerates the growth of shoots, flowering, prevents shedding of the ovary, facilitates the absorption of nutrients. These processes have become possible due to the effect of the drug components on the phytohormones responsible for the growth, flowering and fruiting of the crop.
"Zircon" is of particular importance for indoor plants, when in the conditions of home growing over-dried or over-humid air does not allow creating the microclimate necessary for a flowerpot, thereby making it vulnerable to diseases and harmful insects. The drug modulates their immunity, helps to adapt to stressful situations caused by heating devices, central heating and insufficient lighting, and in cases with exotic cultures - even by changing the pot. How to use "Zircon" to fertilize indoor plants, we mentioned above, and to stimulate the growth of flowerpots before planting, their seeds are soaked for 16 hours in a solution of 1 drop of the drug and 300 ml of water. The same mixture is recommended to water the bulbs and sprouts when transplanting decorative flower crops.
Important! Water for soaking seeds should be at room temperature.
Apply the plant growth regulator "Zircon" can be in the initial stages of agricultural culture, as stated in the instructions. According to the classical scheme, 1 ampoule of substance is diluted in 1 liter of water. Depending on the type of processing and the characteristics of plants, the rate is regulated. For example:
- flower seeds are soaked for 8 hours in a solution of 40 drops of biostimulant and 1 l of water;
- the same mixture is prepared for saplings of fruit trees and climbing rose bushes, provided that their rhizomes are kept in a liquid for 12 hours;
- for planting other young cultures, it is enough to dilute 20 drops;
- when soaking vegetable seeds in Zircon, a proportion of 10 drops per 1 liter of water is observed and the grains are kept for up to 8 hours;
- 20 drops are dissolved in potato root crops in 1 l of water, at the consumption of a liter of solution for 2 bags of planting material;
- but gladiolus bulbs in a similar solution should be weary the whole day;
- other bulbous flower crops are diluted with 40 drops and 1 liter of water and soaked for two days;
- to stimulate the growth of cucumbers, it will be necessary to soak the grains for 8 hours in a solution of 5 drops of “Zircon” and 1 l of water.
- cucumbers are sprayed at the appearance of the first three leaves and at the beginning of budding;
- tomatoes are processed immediately after planting and three times during flowering;
- eggplants and pepper are sprayed after planting and during the formation of buds;
- coniferous ornamental cultures are treated with "Zircon" to the extent necessary;
- zucchini, melons, watermelons - with the appearance of three leaves and during budding;
- young saplings of apple trees, pears - at the beginning of tying the buds and 14 days after flowering.
Important! If the contents of the ampoule are stratified, it should be thoroughly shaken.
The use of "Zircon" for seedlings recommended 1 time per week with a sharp decrease in temperature, lack of soil moisture, as well as for damaged pests, transplanted specimens.
For berry crops, a single dose of a biostimulant is increased to 15 drops; For cherries and cherries, the rate is 10 drops, the treatment is carried out during the budding period and 2 weeks after flowering. Potatoes are treated with "Zircon" as a growth stimulator immediately after the emergence of shoots and at the beginning of the formation of inflorescences according to the proportion indicated in the instruction: 13 drops per 10 liters of water. By analogy, all kinds of cabbage are processed.
The main advantages of processing plants with growth promoter "Zircon"
The main feature of the drug in quality and non-toxicity. It has other advantages:
- in cultivated crops, the maturation process begins several weeks earlier than usual;
- after soaking the seeds, powerful shoots with a strong and resistant to diseases and pests root system quickly grow;
- yield increases by 50%;
- terms of rooting and adaptation to new conditions are reduced;
- production decreases the level of accumulation of pesticides, heavy metals, radionuclides;
- "Zircon" helps the plant to survive drought, temporary cold, lack of light, excess moisture;
- fertilizer "Zircon" after application begins to act at the cellular level, without hurting the plants;
- contributes to the normalization of homeostasis, that is, the metabolic processes of culture;
- valid even at low concentrations.
The use of "Zircon" and security
The drug is low toxic, it is assigned a fourth hazard class for humans, mammals, bees, and aquatic organisms. The tool has no properties to accumulate in the soil, to pollute groundwater, poison the plants.
But, despite this, before you dilute the solution of "Zircon", carefully read the instructions and safety precautions. Remember: all the preparatory work should be carried out on the street, protecting yourself with overalls, rubber gloves, a respirator and goggles. Also important headwear and waterproof, better rubber, shoes.
Important! If the solution of "Citron" dripped onto the skin, immediately wash it off with plenty of running water. If the drug gets into the eyes, first rinse them with a solution of ½ teaspoon of baking soda and 200 ml of water, then repeat the procedure with regular running water in large quantities. If solution particles are swallowed, drink 2 to 3 glasses of water and try to induce vomiting. Then take a suspension of 3 - 5 tablespoons of crushed activated carbon and 1 cup of water.
Spraying of plants is recommended to be carried out in the morning or evening. In the heat, rain or fog, the planned procedure should be postponed until the onset of dry and windless weather. During work, in no case shall ingestion, smoking be allowed. Do not use kitchen utensils designed for cooking. If due to carelessness you accidentally knocked over the container and the solution spilled, sprinkle the place with sand. After the liquid is absorbed, collect everything and discard it in a container for household waste. Rinse off any residue with water. After the work has been done, all the equipment and containers are thoroughly washed, they change their clothes, several times they wash their hands with soap and wash their face. In case of poisoning, call a doctor immediately and go out into the fresh air.
Storage conditions
Having understood the action of "Zircon" as a growth regulator and fertilizer, the features of its application and norms, pay attention to the shelf life of the drug. Unopened packaging can be stored for three years from the date of production. The dark and dry place, far from food, medical preparations, children and animals, at a temperature mode to +25 ° C will be the most suitable for these purposes.
Remains of the finished solution can be stored no more than three days in a place protected from sunlight. In such cases, it is important to acidify the contents in the container with citric acid at the rate of 1 g of powder per 5 liters of water. On the street, the mixture can be stored no more than a day. It is better to prepare the drug immediately before processing, clearly calculating the required amount.
