Sil-K®

Sil K

Benefits of Use:

  • Increases the strength and rigidity of the plant cells
  • Reduces the tendency of crops to wilt during the initial stages of drought 
  • Indirectly increases resistance to environmental stresses

When to Apply: 

  • During times of drought or heat stress
  • In high traffic-wear areas
  • When stronger leaf blades are needed for heat or wear tolerance
  • When inadequate potassium/silica levels are found during tissue or soil analysis 

FAQs

The Solution for Improved Potassium and Silica Nutrition 

Huma® Sil-K®, carbon-complexed with Micro Carbon Technology®, provides the potassium and silica essential in all crops for stronger fruit holding and thicker stems and leaves. It increases the strength and rigidity of the plant cells, resulting in the prevention of premature fruit drop or lodging. It increases fruit quality and shelf life. 

Guaranteed Analysis 

0-0-10 

Potassium (K2O)…………………………………….. 10.0% 

Silica (SiO2)……………………………………………….5.0% 

Derived From: 

Potassium Hydroxide and Sodium Silicate. 

Also contains beneficial substances: 

0.05% Organic Matter (derived from humic substances) 

Physical Properties: 

Form: Liquid 

Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy amber, having a slight characteristic odor 

Weight: 10.43 lb/gal, 1.25 kg/L 

pH: ≥ 14.0 

Label

PTB

SDS

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