{"product_id":"osmocote-preplant-fertiliser","title":"Osmocote PrePlant Fertiliser – 1kg","description":"\u003ch6\u003eDescription\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formulation is a balanced 17-9-10 NPK mix plus magnesium oxide and trace elements. Resin-coated granules release nutrients gradually, with release responding to soil temperature — faster in warmth, slower in cold. Particularly suitable for maintaining established sedum systems including \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sedum-roof-trays\"\u003eUGR Instant Sedum Roof Trays\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature-controlled nutrient release\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resin coating controls how quickly nutrients are released into the growing medium. Release responds naturally to soil temperature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutrients are released more quickly during warmer growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease slows as temperatures fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants receive a gradual supply rather than one concentrated feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly one or two applications are normally required each year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes routine green roof maintenance simpler while helping support the sedum through different stages of seasonal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBalanced nutrient formulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fertiliser formulation is 17-9-10 + 2MgO + TE. This provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen to support healthy vegetative growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphorus and potassium as part of the balanced plant feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdded magnesium oxide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplementary trace elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be used for other suitable plants, trees and shrubs where this formulation meets their feeding requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoverage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 1kg bag covers approximately 20m² of sedum roof. Actual use should follow the application guidance supplied with the product. Distribute the granules evenly across the planted area rather than allowing them to collect in concentrated piles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplying the fertiliser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the sedum roof and remove any unwanted debris or weeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the planted area to determine the amount of fertiliser required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScatter the granules evenly across the sedum and growing medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid concentrating large quantities in one place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue watering and maintaining the green roof as appropriate for the weather and planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat once or twice during the year, in accordance with the product instructions and condition of the sedum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor UGR Instant Sedum Roof Trays, the technical guidance recommends applying a suitable slow-release granular fertiliser approximately once every six months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant suitability note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertiliser requirements vary between planting systems. Apply the product in accordance with its packaging instructions and the requirements of the specific plants and growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertiliser supports plant nutrition but does not replace appropriate watering, drainage or general green roof maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 6px 12px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e Product type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e Slow-release granular fertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 6px 12px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e Formulation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e Osmocote PrePlant, 17-9-10 + 2MgO + TE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 6px 12px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e Pack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e 1kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 6px 12px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e Approx. coverage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e 20m² per bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 6px 12px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e Application frequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e Normally one or two applications per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 6px 12px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e Release method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e Resin-coated, temperature-responsive granules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 6px 12px 6px 0; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e Primary application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 0;\"\u003e Sedum green roofs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much area will one bag cover?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 20m² of sedum roof when applied per the product guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I fertilise a sedum roof?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne or two applications per year; sedum trays typically every six months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow does slow-release fertiliser work?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach granule's resin coating releases nutrients gradually, faster in warmth and slower in cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow should I apply it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScatter evenly over the planted area, avoiding concentrated piles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eHelp\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeed advice on maintaining your sedum roof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsure how much fertiliser your roof requires or how often it should be applied? Our in-house technical team can provide free, practical advice on maintaining healthy sedum and selecting suitable products for your roof system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmail:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@urbangreenroofs.com\" title=\"mailto:info@urbangreenroofs.com\"\u003einfo@urbangreenroofs.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTelephone:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"tel:+44%20117%20370%204018\" title=\"tel:+44 117 370 4018\"\u003e+44 117 370 4018\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Green Roofs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54207513952599,"sku":"UGROPF","price":16.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/0150\/9207\/files\/osmocote_preplant_fertiliser_hi_res.jpg?v=1785665872","url":"https:\/\/urbangreenroofs.com\/products\/osmocote-preplant-fertiliser","provider":"Urban Green Roofs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}