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Gritty mix mistake

16 years ago

While mixing a batch of Al's gritty mix, I accidentally put 5 tablespoons of gypsum (1 tbsp/gallon) into the mix, even though the micro-nutrient fertilizer is majority calcium as well. Is the mix still alright, and what will an excess of calcium do to the plant in the mix?

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tapla (mid-Michigan, USDA z5b-6a)
16 years ago
... refresh our memory? What micronutrient fertilizer are you referring to and how much did you use?

Al
ykerzner
Original Author
16 years ago
It's called Planters II trace mineral fertilizer.
Calcium 5%
Magnesium 0.5%
Sulfur 5%
Boron 0.02%
Cobalt 0.0005%
Iron 0.4%
Molybdenum 0.0005%

I used a little over 1/2 a tbsp for 5 gallons.
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tapla (mid-Michigan, USDA z5b-6a)
16 years ago
That's fine. You could have used up to 2 tbsp in 5 gallons with no problem, but I think I would leave things as they are and see how it goes. If you're using a soluble fertilizer those ingredients (except the Ca/Mg) will likely be in it.

Al
ykerzner
Original Author
16 years ago
Thanks!

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