Alexander,
I have not yet used the Drought Relief formula yet. I plan to try it out this Summer since we are in Houston Texas. All the data shows it to improve the plants ability to use the water that is applied more effectively.
<b>More on Drought Relief:</b>
Drought Relief is a unique blend of humectant and hygroscopic compounds that manage root zone moisture—extending the periods between required watering. Simply stated, Drought Relief has the ability to capture water vapor as it moves upward in the soil through evaporation and downward during nighttime cooling, and make it available to the roots of a plant. Drought Relief is biodegradable—reapply every 3 months or as needed. The most effective application of Drought Relief is made through fertigation systems, injecting it into the irrigation system.
<b>Fertigation Application:</b>
Drought Relief can be applied through fertigation systems consistent with fertigation frequency and fertilizer volumes. Applied through fertigation systems, with high water volume and low Drought Relief dilution rates coupled with the synergism of fertilizers and biostimulants, etc. Drought Relief has shown effectiveness at up to 1/2 the application volumes required for normal spray applications.
Drought Relief applications should be applied at a rate of 1.0 oz/ 1000 sq. ft (43 oz./ acre) on a monthly basis through the fertigation system. For curative and best and immediate results, especially during hot dry weather, or water restrictions, an initial application rate of 1 gallon per acre should be applied through fertigation systems within the first 30 days. Isolated problem areas may require supplemental spray applications to be corrected.
<b>Turf:</b>
Apply 6 oz. per 1,000 sq. ft. (2 gallons per acre) by spray or drench. For best results, apply to a moist soil. Water in with at least 1/10 inch of water within 2 hours after application. If applied through a fertigation system, it is not necessary to insure Drought Relief is washed off foliage and into the soil. Additional Drought Relief may be required to correct difficult and extreme dry spots. Drought Relief may be applied at up to 5 times the general application rate as a single treatment or multiple applications.