{"title":"Plant Growth Regulators","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePlant Growth Regulators for tighter, more consistent turf management\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Growth Regulators are a valuable part of modern turf management where consistency, presentation and controlled growth all matter. On golf courses, sports pitches, fine turf and high-quality amenity areas, excessive or uneven growth can make surfaces harder to manage, reduce visual uniformity and place extra pressure on mowing schedules. Used properly, plant growth regulators help create a more even, disciplined sward that is easier to present and maintain through demanding periods of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practical terms, plant growth regulators are not simply about slowing grass down. Their real value is in helping the turf grow in a more controlled and efficient way. That can improve presentation quality, encourage a tidier finish, support consistency across closely managed areas and help surface performance remain steadier between maintenance operations. For users looking at the wider category around application and turf inputs, it also makes sense to explore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/spray-dyes-adjuvants\" title=\"Spray Dyes \u0026amp; Adjuvants\"\u003eSpray Dyes \u0026amp; Adjuvants\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/tank-cleaner\" title=\"Tank Cleaner\"\u003eTank Cleaner\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/fertiliser\" title=\"Fertiliser\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy plant growth regulators matter in turfcare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere turf is growing strongly, especially in warm and well-fed periods, the plant can quickly become more difficult to control. On sports turf and fine turf in particular, that often means more mowing pressure, more clipping yield and more variability across the surface. Plant growth regulators help reduce that growth surge and make the sward more manageable. That can be especially useful on areas where consistency of presentation and playing quality are high priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn golf greens, tees, fairways, cricket outfields, tennis courts and ornamental turf, growth regulation can also help improve visual neatness and reduce the disruptive effect of flushes of soft, uneven growth. Rather than chasing the plant after it has surged, the aim is to guide it more effectively as part of the wider agronomic programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Plant Growth Regulators fit into a wider programme\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best results usually come when Plant Growth Regulators are used as part of a broader turfcare plan rather than in isolation. Grass response is always influenced by nutrition, moisture, plant health and the seasonal demands being placed on the surface. If the turf is under stress, short of nutrition or struggling with inconsistent moisture, growth regulation needs to be handled carefully and in context. That is why these products sit naturally alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/seaweed-biostimulants\" title=\"Seaweed \u0026amp; Biostimulants\"\u003eSeaweed \u0026amp; Biostimulants\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/wetting-agents\" title=\"Wetting Agents\"\u003eWetting Agents\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/fertiliser\" title=\"Fertiliser\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, that means thinking about plant growth regulators as one part of surface management. A well-fed, well-watered and properly supported sward will usually respond more predictably than one already under pressure. Good regulation should complement the programme, not fight against the condition of the turf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional insight: control works best when the plant is healthy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the biggest mistakes with Plant Growth Regulators is to treat them like a shortcut for wider turf problems. They are highly useful, but they are not a substitute for sound agronomy. If the plant is weak, the profile is inconsistent or nutrition is poorly balanced, the turf may not respond in the way you want. The strongest programmes are the ones where growth regulation is built around plant health, not used to compensate for a weak maintenance plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat is where supportive inputs can make a real difference. Programmes that connect Plant Growth Regulators with sensible nutrition from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/fertiliser\" title=\"Fertiliser\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e, moisture support through \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/wetting-agents\" title=\"Wetting Agents\"\u003eWetting Agents\u003c\/a\u003e and resilience-led inputs from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/seaweed-biostimulants\" title=\"Seaweed \u0026amp; Biostimulants\"\u003eSeaweed \u0026amp; Biostimulants\u003c\/a\u003e are often more stable and effective over the long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication quality, accuracy and support products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any professional turf input, application quality matters. Coverage, timing, water volume and operator consistency all influence performance. On fine turf and sports surfaces where presentation standards are high, accurate application is essential. That is why related collections such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/sprayers-spraying-equipment\" title=\"Knapsacks, Sprayers \u0026amp; Equipment\"\u003eKnapsacks, Sprayers \u0026amp; Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/equipment\" title=\"Equipment\"\u003eEquipment\u003c\/a\u003e fit naturally into the wider growth-regulation workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupporting products also matter around the spray operation itself. For clearer application, easier tank management and better operational discipline, users may also want to look at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/spray-dyes-adjuvants\" title=\"Spray Dyes \u0026amp; Adjuvants\"\u003eSpray Dyes \u0026amp; Adjuvants\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/tank-cleaners\" title=\"Tank Cleaner\"\u003eTank Cleaner\u003c\/a\u003e. Safe handling remains a key part of the job too, which is why \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/ppe-safety-equipment-and-apparel\" title=\"PPE \u0026amp; Safety\"\u003ePPE \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/a\u003e should sit alongside any professional spraying programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePart of a more consistent long-term turf strategy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed thoughtfully, Plant Growth Regulators help improve consistency, presentation and manageability across a wide range of turf surfaces. They are particularly useful when linked to broader plant support, accurate spraying and a balanced agronomic approach. That is what turns simple growth suppression into a smarter turfcare strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy connecting Plant Growth Regulators with the right support from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/fertiliser\" title=\"Fertiliser\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/wetting-agents\" title=\"Wetting Agents\"\u003eWetting Agents\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/seaweed-biostimulants\" title=\"Seaweed \u0026amp; Biostimulants\"\u003eSeaweed \u0026amp; Biostimulants\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/spray-dyes-adjuvants\" title=\"Spray Dyes \u0026amp; Adjuvants\"\u003eSpray Dyes \u0026amp; Adjuvants\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/sprayers-spraying-equipment\" title=\"Knapsacks, Sprayers \u0026amp; Equipment\"\u003eKnapsacks, Sprayers \u0026amp; Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e, grounds teams and turf managers can build a more controlled, professional and effective maintenance programme.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"primo-maxx-2-growth-regulator","title":"Primo Maxx II Growth Regulator","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePrimo Maxx II Growth Regulator - MAPP no. 17509\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eActive Ingredients:\u003c\/b\u003e 116.4 g\/l trinexapac-ethyl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChanges in a co-formulant ingredient mean that products with the previous MAPP no. 14780 was available for sale until the 30th April 2017 with a use-up period expiring on the 30th April 2018. The new MAPP no. 17509 has replaced this product.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 180px; height: auto; background-color: #eeeeee; line-height: 18px; padding: 10px 10px 20px 20px; margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; float: right;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBulk Requirement?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact us on \u003ca href=\"tel:01902440250\" class=\"tw-text-white hover:!tw-text-ocean-blue focus:!tw-text-ocean-blue aria-expanded:!tw-text-ocean-blue tw-transition-colors tw-duration-200\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e01902 440250\u003c\/a\u003e for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only does Primo Maxx II inhibit vertical growth, but actually diverts plant growth downward into the root system to produce increased food reserves and lateral stem development. This in turn produces a thicker, healthier sward that better equips your turf to withstand temperature extremes, moisture loss, traffic and wear and tear, and even helps in the management of Poa annua.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimo MAXX II can be used on all well maintained quality turf grass areas such as golf course fairways, golf tees, greens and surrounds. It can also be used to help manage areas which are difficult to mow such as sloping banks or turf edges by flower beds and pavements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to use liquid formulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces grass top growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible application rates for all turf surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves turf colour and appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts down mowing frequency - one application can reduce grass clippings by up to 50%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts down wear and tear on machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePack Coverage: Variable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purchaser and\/or end users are responsible for ensuring that these products are used in line with industry Approved Codes of Practice. All operators must be trained and certificated in using and applying any Ministry Approved professional product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Superior-Rooting-and-Drought-Resistance-image.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e   \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-primo-maxx-ii-growth-regulator-Turfgrass-clippings-graph_240x240.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Fairway and Tee Programme\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply at 4 - 6 week intervals. Commence applications when the turf is actively growing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"primo-application\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication 1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication 2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubsequent Applications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimo Maxx II\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e0.4 - 0.8 l\/ha\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e0.8 - 1.2 l\/ha\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e0.8 - 1.2 l\/ha\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum nitrogen input per application (N)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication Volume (l\/ha)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 - 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 - 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 - 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor fairway\/semi-rough and greens programmes, consider amending granular fertiliser rates to take account of additional foliar applied nutrient. Apply through to October to build carbohydrate reserves and improved over-winter disease tolerance. A maximum rate of 2.4 l\/ha can be used on rye-grass fairways or tees, and 1.6 l\/ha on compositions of Poa, bent grass and Fescue fairways and tees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Greens Programme\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply at 14 - 28 day intervals as appropriate. Commence applications when the turf is actively growing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"primo-application\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication 1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication 2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubsequent Applications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimo Maxx II\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e0.2 l\/ha\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e0.2 - 0.4 l\/ha\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e0.2 - 0.4 l\/ha\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum nitrogen input per application (N)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication Volume (l\/ha)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 - 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 - 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 - 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRough and Semi Rough Programme\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply at 4 - 6 week intervals as appropriate. To aid management of peaks of rough growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"primo-application\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication 1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication 2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubsequent Applications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimo Maxx II\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e0.6 - 0.8 l\/ha\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e1.2 - 1.6 l\/ha\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e1.2 - 1.6 l\/ha\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum nitrogen input per application (N)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication Volume (l\/ha)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 - 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 - 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 - 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-primo-maxx-ii-growth-regulator-Primo-Maxx-before-and-after.jpg?v=1690380229\" alt=\"Primo Maxx before and after treatment\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA maximum rate of 3.2 l\/ha can be used in rye-grass roughs and 2.4 l\/ha on compositions of meadow grass, Fescue and bent grass roughs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e The above are provided as typical Primo Maxx II programmes, by Syngenta, but rates and timings should be adapted to local conditions as appropriate. Research trials and recommendations in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/primo-maxx-ii-brochure-v4.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethis brochure\u003c\/a\u003e include results of work using Primo Maxx and Primo Maxx II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse plant protection products safely. Always read the label and product information before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRIMO MAXX II may be applied with knapsack sprayers, hand sprayers, boom sprayers and spray-gun application devices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Syngenta","offers":[{"title":"5L","offer_id":40957024337963,"sku":"164200","price":419.93,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10L","offer_id":40957024370731,"sku":"164201","price":674.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/5L-PRIMO-MAXX-II_a141afcf-80f4-451c-bb19-79ed6b1ca2ef.jpg?v=1701104027"},{"product_id":"attraxor","title":"Attraxor® - Plant Growth Regulator 1.5kg","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.speech:before {border-color: #0084b7 transparent; border-style: solid; border-width: 20px 20px 0; bottom: -20px; content: \"\"; display: block; left: 40px; position: absolute; width: 0;} .speech:after {border-color: #FFFFFF transparent; border-style: solid; border-width: 13px 13px 0; bottom: -13px; content: \"\"; display: block; left: 47px; position: absolute; width: 0;} .speech {background: none repeat scroll 0 0 #FFFFFF; border: 3px solid #0084b7; border-radius: 10px 10px 10px 10px; color: #333333; margin: 1em 0 3em; padding: 10px; position: relative;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"product-overview\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 160.407px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"width: 97.1681%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 34.9724%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.1958%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePlant Growth Regulator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 23.25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 34.9724%; height: 23.25px;\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.1958%; height: 23.25px;\"\u003eAttraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 34.9724%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMAPP No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.1958%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e18939\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 34.9724%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eActive Substances\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.1958%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e100 g\/kg prohexadione\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 34.9724%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFormulation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.1958%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWater soluble granules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 34.9724%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAreas of Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.1958%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eManaged amenity turf, amenity grassland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 34.9724%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAmateur\/Professional\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 62.1958%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eProfessional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAttraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eActive Ingredients:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 g\/kg prohexadione.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMAPP no. 18939\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e has been shown to effectively regulate growth of managed amenity turf. The active substance inhibits the giberrelic acid pathway which results in a reduction of turf height and turf biomass. Root growth is promoted through the use of Attraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e whilst turf colour and quality are maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProhexadione, the active substance in Attraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e is activated in the tank by the addition of water; therefore growth regulation occurs rapidly following application of the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttraxor is formulated for rapid foliar uptake – plant growth regulation acts as quick as 4hrs from application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperior performance against \u003ci\u003ePoa annua\u003c\/i\u003e pioneering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore even growth control on all species of grass plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended regulation of growth against fine turf grass species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions for Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere to use:\u003c\/b\u003e For use on managed amenity turf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply when grass is growing consistently and air temperatures are between 7°C — 21°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInitial application can be made once there have been 450 growth degree days in the year based on the zero GDD model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubsequent applications can be made every 21 days from this point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"app-window\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"12\"\u003eAttraxor Application Window\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJul\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNov\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003csvg style=\"width: 1.5rem; height: 1.5rem; opacity: 0.5;\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n  \u003cpath d=\"m4.5 12.75 6 6 9-13.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003csvg style=\"width: 1.5rem; height: 1.5rem; opacity: 0.5;\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n  \u003cpath d=\"m4.5 12.75 6 6 9-13.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003csvg style=\"width: 1.5rem; height: 1.5rem; opacity: 0.5;\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n  \u003cpath d=\"m4.5 12.75 6 6 9-13.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003csvg style=\"width: 1.5rem; height: 1.5rem; opacity: 0.5;\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n  \u003cpath d=\"m4.5 12.75 6 6 9-13.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003csvg style=\"width: 1.5rem; height: 1.5rem; opacity: 0.5;\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n  \u003cpath d=\"m4.5 12.75 6 6 9-13.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003csvg style=\"width: 1.5rem; height: 1.5rem; opacity: 0.5;\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n  \u003cpath d=\"m4.5 12.75 6 6 9-13.5\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"speech\"\u003eI was amazed by how fast Attraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e claimed to get into the plant. We measured our clip rate before using Attraxor and it was 25.9 ml\/m². The day after we had applied the product the clippings had reduced to 17.7 ml\/m²., an almost 32% reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJamie Blake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead Greenkeeper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Broadway Golf Club\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"speech\"\u003eWe use an Attraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e programme all season across our natural grass pitches, both at the training ground and stadium. From this we see a 50% reduction in mowing frequency and clipping volumes, which provides considerable time and cost savings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundesliga\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUEFA Champions League\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use*:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 3\/4 of the required water to the spray tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBefore adding any other products\u003c\/b\u003e; remove top hat filter and pour Attraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e directly into the tank whilst agitating the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgitate well to ensure Attraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e is fully dissolved then add remaining water through top hat filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply one hour after mowing in slow drying conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdditional information:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the lowest stated water volumes when mixing with hard water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal pH of spray solution is 4.5 - 5.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd Attraxor into the spray water before any other products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaving removed the top hat filter, add Attraxor directly into t a spray tank containing 3\/4 of the final spray volume and agitate until dissolved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttraxor should be applied alongside 2.5 kg\/ha supplementary nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo not\u003c\/b\u003e mix with fertilisers containing calcium, magnesium or boron.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace lid immediately as Attraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e granules will rapidly absorb water from the atmosphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not apply when turf is stressed or in direct sunshine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not irrigate for at least four hours post application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Application rates for Attraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e are dependent on turf height and presence\/absence of \u003ci\u003ePoa annua\u003c\/i\u003e. See tables below for more detailed application rate information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"quote-row clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"quote-container\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"fa fa-quote-left quote-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"speech\"\u003eAttraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e appealed to me because PGRs are a significant part of my overall maintenance strategy to improve the turf and control Poa annua. 2020 has been a particularly challenging year for Poa so I was keen to see what Attraxor could offer. Speaking to Mark and Adam gave me the confidence to try it and the results have been far better than expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStuart Lambert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead Groundsman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Gloucester Rugby\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"speech\"\u003eThe Poa had crept in and we estimated it at 70 percent in 2019. Since starting with Attraxor\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e in May I have been able to suppress the Poa and through a reseeding program the greens are now 70 percent Bent, which is a great turnaround in such a short time period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarren Moss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead Greenkeeper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Dudsbury Golf Course\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"6\"\u003eTurf Height \u0026gt; 8 mm\u003cbr\u003eGolf Tees, Surrounds and Fairways, Sports Pitches, Race Courses, Tennis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSituation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication Rate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Volume\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupplementary Nitrogen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpray Quality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication Interval\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePoa annua\u003c\/i\u003e is present\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 g\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 - 600 L\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg N\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 Days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePoa annua\u003c\/i\u003e not present\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 - 1,500 g\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 - 600 L\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg N\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 Days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"6\"\u003eTurf Height \u0026lt; 8 mm\u003cbr\u003eGolf Greens, Bowling Greens, Fine Ornamental Lawns.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSituation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication Rate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Volume\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupplementary Nitrogen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpray Quality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication Interval\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePoa annua\u003c\/i\u003e is present\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e375 g\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 - 600 L\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg N\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 Days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePoa annua\u003c\/i\u003e regulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 - 650 g\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 - 600 L\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg N\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 Days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePoa annua\u003c\/i\u003e not present\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e650 - 1,500 g\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 - 600 L\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 kg N\/ha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 Days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Mix Companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOption 1\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix with ammonium sulphate in the tank to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the spray solution within the optimal range of pH 4.5 - 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide supplementary nitrogen at a rate of 2.5 kg N\/Ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOption 2\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere nitrogen application is not the desirable mix, utilise a pH indicator followed by a turf pigment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuitable products:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater conditioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen Lawnger Pro HC pigment at 1.2 L\/ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActive Substances - Prohexadione\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBio-Chemical Mode of Action: \u003c\/b\u003eProhexadione reduces plant growth by inhibiting the synthesis of gibberellins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMobility: \u003c\/b\u003eProhexadione has xylem mobile activity which means that it is absorbed through the leaves then moves upwards through the plant within the xylem (water conducting tissues).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication Timing: \u003c\/b\u003ePlant growth regulators should be applied when the plant is actively growing. It is recommended that prohexadione applications commence after 450 growth degree days in the year. Subsequent applications can take place every 21 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more in Pitchcare article \u003ca title=\"Enhance and perfect your turf management strategy with Attraxor\" href=\"\/blogs\/news\/enhance-and-perfect-your-turf-management-strategy-with-attraxor\"\u003eEnhance and perfect your turf management strategy with Attraxor \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BASF","offers":[{"title":"1.5kg","offer_id":41127849328683,"sku":"187918","price":447.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Attraxor.png?v=1701106071"}],"url":"https:\/\/checkout.pitchcare.com\/collections\/growth-regulators.oembed","provider":"Pitchcare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}