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polysaccharides ) and rare trace elements ( such as vanadium ) favourable to the development of microbial activity in the soil and root hairs .
The different NPK balances available in the Marathon ® ALGAE range can be used to support turf throughout the year , from regeneration at the end of winter , through strengthening resistance to summer climatic stress ( high temperatures and water stress ), to preparing reserves at the end of the season . The Marathon ® ALGAE range is available in two particle sizes : 0.7 - 2 mm for greens , elite and stadium pitches , and 2 - 4 mm for fairways , training pitches , parks and gardens .
With such a range of solutions , sports ground managers have an effective tool at their disposal to create the right conditions for the development of high-quality turf that meets their requirements .
Marathon ® ALGAE Sport fertilisers are available exclusively from Collier Turf Care ( collier-turf-care . co . uk or call 01328 700600 )
www . collier-turf-care . co . uk
As soon as the grass emerges from winter , it is important to act upon two important areas : the supply of nutrients to support the increasing needs of the turf , and the stimulation of biological activity in the soil to boost the mineralisation of organic matter .
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