SiteOne adds new small particle fertilizer technology

SiteOne Landscape Supply adds LESCO Spar-Tech small particle technology featuring advanced micronutrients delivered to plants at a molecular level to resolve nutrient deficiencies.

“We are always looking for ways to expand our current product offerings to ensure we are meeting the demands and believe this new Spar-Tech SPT addition is the perfect fit,” said Brian Rowan, vice president of product category management at SiteOne. “LESCO Spar-Tech is available in a straight liquid format as a stand-alone application that can be applied to granular formulations and may also be tank-mixed with other nutrients, to meet a variety of needs.”

According to the company, some benefits of LESCO Spar-Tech include:

• Instant availability to immediately correct and prevent micronutrient deficiencies.
• Easy-to-use, compatible formulations can be tank-mixed with fertilizers and control chemicals.
• Micronutrients in pure ionic form allow for fast, efficient ways to get nutrients into the plant.
• Buffers tank mix water, reducing surface tension, and eliminating the need for additional surfactants.
• Contains amino acid-complexed micronutrients that are mobile and translocate efficiently.
• No phosphate tie-up, regardless of soil pH. Micronutrients are available to the plant.
• No residue left in the plant or soil, all components have plant metabolic functionality and are fully utilized.
• Easily added to any existing fertility program to improve results and enhance efficacy.
• Non-staining technology prevents stains on concrete or other surfaces.
• Small Particle Technology improves the efficacy and uptake of micronutrients when applied with, or in addition to primary nutrients.