Plant-Prod 10-10-40 fertilizer is a complete, water-soluble NPK fertilizer with a high potassium ratio, produced by the Canadian company Plant-Prod. With its high potassium content (40%) and balanced levels of nitrogen and phosphorus (10% each), it is highly effective in improving fruit quality, color, flavor, shelf life, and final yield weight.
This formula is specifically designed for flowering, fruit development, and final ripening stages and is suitable for field crops, orchards, greenhouse cultivation, and ornamental plants.
Main Composition
| Element | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Total Nitrogen (N) | 10% |
| Available Phosphorus (P₂O₅) | 10% |
| Soluble Potassium (K₂O) | 40% |
| Micronutrients (if included) | Trace amounts (optional in some formulations) |
Role of High Potassium in This Fertilizer
- Increases fruit size, flavor, and color
- Improves post-harvest quality and storage life
- Enhances plant resistance to drought, salinity, and cold stress
- Improves translocation of photosynthetic assimilates to reproductive organs
- Increases sugar content and dry matter in fruit crops
Application
Application Timing:
- From the beginning of flowering to the ripening stage and before harvest
- At the end of the growth cycle to enhance nutrient translocation to fruits
Target Crops:
- Pome and stone fruits (apple, grape, citrus, peach, pomegranate)
- Vegetables and cucurbits (tomato, cucumber, pepper, watermelon, melon)
- Ornamental plants during flowering stage
- Greenhouse crops
Recommended Application Methods and Dosage
| Application Method | Rate |
|---|---|
| Foliar Spray | 2–3 per thousand (2–3 g per liter) |
| Fertigation | 5–10 kg per hectare per application |
| Greenhouse Use | 0.5–1.5 g per liter (depending on growth stage and plant needs) |
⚠️ Note: In hot weather or under stress conditions, start with lower application rates.
Advantages
- High potassium content for improved final product quality
- Fully water-soluble, suitable for drip irrigation and foliar application
- Compatible with modern plant nutrition systems
- Chloride-free with low salt index (in many formulations)
- Compatible with most fertilizers and pesticides (except calcium or sulfates)
Safety and Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
- Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes
- Keep out of reach of children
- Keep in original packaging and seal tightly after opening
Packaging
Importer: Ghadir Tejarat Noor Asia
Manufacturer: Plant-Prod Canada
Net Weight: 15 kg
Summary
Plant-Prod 40-10-10 fertilizer is an ideal choice for improving crop quality, color, flavor, weight, and storage life during the final growth stages. With its high potassium content, it plays a highly effective role in orchards, greenhouse production, and field crops, especially during flowering and fruit development stages.