True Blue Turf Water Saver

True Blue Turf is the proud developer of WA’s PREMIERE LONG TERM WATER SAVING product. After  extensive research we created a super blend of 3 components, specially designed for the SANDY SOILS of Western Australia.

1. Silicate Stone Flakes

• Long life span. Laboratory tests and field trials have proven that silicate stone flakes can maintain their unique water and nutrient retention for at least 10 years (depending on the environmental situation). These stone flakes are granulated silica based stone dust, and for this reason its natural mineral properties provide a long life span.
• Instantly absorbs water during irrigation or rainfall.
• Holds 16 times its weight in water. If correctly applied and incorporated to a depth of 100mm in the soil, it will retain 2.4 litres of water per m² in addition to what is retained naturally within the soil structure.
• At recommended rates (depending on local conditions) in sandy soils the silicate stone flakes will effectively reduce the leaching of irrigation water by a minimum of 50%.
• Plants and turf will be able to survive longer periods between watering as the silicate stone flakes increase the plants’ available water by storing water which would otherwise be lost to drainage.
• Nutrients in the water are also retained and made available to the plants as the silicate stone flakes release the moisture to the surrounding soil.
• Silicate stone flakes do not waterlog the soil. Once the stone flakes have reached capacity, excess water drains through the soil as it normally would.
• Reduces fertiliser, herbicide and pesticide leaching. These water soluble products will be retained in the grass root zone for a longer period of time, resulting in a more efficient usage of these products. In addition, environmental benefits occur as these products will not be as readily leached into nearby water systems. Silicate stone flakes were originally engineered more than 15 years ago to minimise chemical and nutrient leaching into the water tables of Europe.

2. Concentrated Organic Matter

• Stimulates soil microbes and fungi. Beneficial micro-organisms are the missing link in our WA sandy soils.
• Stabilises nitrogen and improves nitrogen fertiliser efficiency.
• Helps to reduce phosphate lockups and increase slow release of essential nutrients; another problem with our WA sandy soils.
• Natural chelating (bonding) agent to help nutrient absorption and retention.
• Allows plant cells to increase nutrient uptake by up to 40%.
• Promotes growth with a stimulant that can enhance cell division and elongation.
• Buffers the effects of excessive elements (particularly sodium), toxic chemicals and heavy metals.
• pH buffering capacity to help neutralise the problems associated with pH extremes.

3. Soil Wetter

• Overcomes water repellence in soil.
• Assists in soil wetting.
• Prevents dry spots.
• Long term performance.
• Commercial grade.

Directions for use prior to planting:

1. Remove any debris or excess soil.
2. Spread the flakes evenly on the soil; 8.8kg bucket per 25-50m² (176-352g/m²).
3. Mix very well into soil, to a minimum depth of 100mm, either with a rotary hoe or pitch fork (not a rake).
4. Water thoroughly.
5. Level area ready for installation.

SUITABLE FOR: All lawn types

Treats 25-50m²