The effects of Sulphate of Iron on moss, algae and weeds, either alone or in conjunction with Sulphate of Ammonia and a carrier, is very quick, although it is important to recognise that the control may be short lived
WEED CONTROL
Fusarium patch
•Broadleaved Selective Weed Control
•Sports Turf Nutrition •Soil Pest Control
•Grass Growth Regulation •Moss Control
such as poor drainage, shade,
•Invasive Weed Control •Aquatic Weed Control
compaction, sward density and soil wellness. All these problems favour moss and algae. Additional
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benefits of regular Sulphate of Iron may be gained in the control of broad leaved weeds, especially when used in conjunction with Sulphate of Ammonia. Earthworms cannot tolerate acidic turf. Therefore, as the liquid formulation is acidic, this will assist in keeping earthworms away from the turf surface, hence castings on the surface are greatly reduced.
of earthworm casts providing seed beds for weeds, creating muddy conditions and interfering with the play qualities should be reduced. Certainly, in the early winter months and spring, it would appear to inhibit the earthworm castings for a month of so. This will, of course, have a positive effect on the maintenance and turf management. Sulphate of Iron may have a
positive effect against disease, particularly in cool, wet weather. Fusarium patch disease will cause serious damage to greens and other fine turf areas. The fungal pathogens which cause Fusarium are active under neutral or alkaline soil conditions at the surface of the turf where the fungus is most active. Therefore, if you affect and acidify the plant tissue and thatch by applying Sulphate of Iron to it, this will help to reduce or possibly control its ingress. Whilst it is accepted that this is not as effective as fungicide sprays, regular use of Sulphate of Iron will help minimise incidences and severity of Fusarium patch, thus reducing the need for fungicide applications.
As a consequence, the problem Take-all patch
Due to more and more sports facilities being constructed predominantly with sand, there is an increased likelihood of attack by Take-all-patch disease. This also favours an alkaline turf surface. Again, applying Sulphate of Iron and acidifying the turf surface may limit the spread of this disease. Sulphate of Iron has been recognised and widely known for its darkening effect on turf colour, thus producing a more attractive sward. This affect is mainly due to the darkening of the crown of the grasses, hence its action tends to make the thin sward less noticeable to the sports person. There are several liquid
formulation of iron contained within sulphur and amine nitrogen which are designed specifically to have a cosmetic effect on the turf. Such products produce rapid colour improvement while reducing moss, algae, weeds, fungi and earthworm castings. There is always a consequence of utilising Sulphate of Iron as it will induce black layer within the profile and, if the application rate is not adhered to, the consequences may well be devastating as experienced by Greenkeeper and Groundsmen alike. Regular application may also prove detrimental, therefore, great care needs to be taken. These views are that of David H.
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