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Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Growth 0-46-0 Fertilizer – Triple Phosphate

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Product Overview

Description

Wicked Growth 0-46-0 Triple Superphosphate delivers the most concentrated phosphorus available in a granular fertilizer, providing 46% available phosphorus to rapidly correct deficiencies and support explosive root growth in transplants, flowering crops, and fruit-bearing plants. This professional-grade formula is the go-to choice for serious gardeners who need maximum phosphorus impact.

Triple superphosphate is manufactured by treating rock phosphate with phosphoric acid, creating a highly concentrated, water-soluble phosphorus source that plants can access immediately after application. This makes it ideal as a starter fertilizer for transplants where rapid root establishment is critical.

Essential for vegetable gardens in the Northeast and Pacific Northwest where cold, wet spring soils limit phosphorus availability, and equally valuable in alkaline soils of the Southwest where phosphorus becomes chemically bound.

Highlights

• 46% Phosphorus – Maximum concentration
• Fast-acting water-soluble formula
• Ideal transplant starter fertilizer
• Corrects deficiency symptoms rapidly
• Professional-grade performance

The Science Behind It

How It Works

Triple superphosphate delivers highly concentrated, water-soluble phosphorus that becomes immediately available to plants upon application. When watered in, the phosphate ions dissolve into the soil solution and are rapidly absorbed by root systems. This fast-acting formula is particularly effective for transplants and establishing new plantings where quick root development is critical. The concentrated 46% phosphorus content means smaller application rates deliver maximum nutrient impact.

The Science

Triple superphosphate is produced by treating rock phosphite with phosphoric acid, creating a highly concentrated, readily available phosphorus source. The high solubility ensures rapid uptake during critical growth phases. Phosphorus directly influences meristematic activity (cell division in growing points), making it essential for root tip elongation, shoot development, and flower bud formation. At the molecular level, phosphorus is incorporated into phospholipids that form cell membranes and nucleic acids that carry genetic information.

Nutrients Available

46% Available Phosphate (P₂O₅) – Maximum phosphorus concentration for rapid root establishment, accelerated flowering, enhanced fruit and seed production, improved transplant success, and efficient correction of severe phosphorus deficiencies.

How to Apply

1-2 lbs/100 sq ft every 4-6 weeks. Severe deficiency: 2-3 lbs initially.

1

Action:

Survey garden bed and note deficiency symptoms. Map high-need zones.

Pro Tip:

Sandy areas and fruiting sections need more K than shaded areas.

Avoid:

Don't leave granules on surface in hot weather - damages plants.

2

Action:

Calculate 1-2 lbs per 100 sq ft. For 10x20 garden (200 sq ft), use 2-4 lbs.

Pro Tip:

Weigh fertilizer on kitchen scale. One cup 0-0-60 weighs ~0.5 lb.

Avoid:

Don't exceed 2 lbs per 100 sq ft per application. Split heavy doses.

3

Action

Broadcast granules evenly across soil surface. Work into top 2-3 inches with cultivator.

Pro Tip:

Sandy areas and fruiting sections need more K than shaded areas.

Avoid:

Don't spread on windy days - granules drift causing uneven application.

4

Action

Water thoroughly with 1-2 inches to dissolve granules and move K into root zone.

Pro Tip:

Incorporation prevents salt buildup and gets K to roots faster.

Avoid:

Don't leave granules on surface in hot weather - damages plants.

1-2 lbs/100 sq ft every 4-6 weeks. Severe deficiency: 2-3 lbs initially.

1

Action:

Test soil potassium levels before application. Calculate total square footage of raised bed.

Pro Tip:

Soil test kits are inexpensive. K deficiency shows as brown leaf edges.

Avoid:

Don't apply without confirming K deficiency. Excess K blocks calcium/magnesium uptake.

2

Action:

Measure 1 tbsp per sq ft for standard beds. For 4x8 bed, use approximately 2 cups total.

Pro Tip:

Use measuring cup for accuracy. Less is better with high-concentration fertilizers.

Avoid:

Never eyeball measurements with 60% potassium - small errors cause big problems.

3

Action

Broadcast granules evenly across soil surface. Work into top 2-3 inches with cultivator.

Pro Tip:

Apply in grid pattern for even distribution. Mark sections for uniform coverage.

Avoid:

Don't leave granules in piles. Don't apply directly against plant stems.

4

Action

Water thoroughly with 1-2 inches to dissolve granules and move K into root zone.

Pro Tip:

Water slowly to prevent runoff. Best before rain or with drip irrigation.

Avoid:

Don't let granules sit dry more than 24 hours. Don't flood the bed.

1-2 lbs/100 sq ft every 4-6 weeks. Severe deficiency: 2-3 lbs initially.

1

Action:

Identify plants showing K deficiency: yellow/brown leaf margins, weak stems, poor fruit.

Pro Tip:

Tomatoes and peppers show deficiency first - prioritize these plants.

Avoid:

Don't assume all yellowing is K deficiency - N deficiency looks similar.

2

Action:

Measure 1 tbsp per sq ft for standard beds. For 4x8 bed, use approximately 2 cups total.

Pro Tip:

Tomatoes in production use higher rate. Seedlings use half amount.

Avoid:

Don't apply more than 2 tbsp per plant at one time.

3

Action

Create ring around plant at drip line. Scratch lightly into soil surface.

Pro Tip:

Drip line has most active feeder roots - maximizes uptake efficiency.

Avoid:

Never apply against stem. Keep fertilizer 3-4 inches from plant base.

4

Action

Water each plant with 1-2 quarts. Monitor for improvement over 7-14 days.

Pro Tip:

Leaf symptoms won't reverse but new growth should be healthy.

Avoid:

Don't reapply within 3 weeks even if symptoms persist.

Key Benefits

Rapid Root Establishment – Water-soluble phosphorus is immediately available to transplant roots, reducing transplant shock and accelerating establishment.

Maximum Bloom Production – High phosphorus concentration triggers prolific flowering in annuals, perennials, and shrubs, extending bloom periods.

Improved Fruit Set – Phosphorus is essential for flower-to-fruit transition, increasing fruit set percentages in tomatoes, peppers, squash, and tree fruits.

Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Growth 0-46-0 Fertilizer – Triple Phosphate

Product Overview

Description

Highlights

• 46% Phosphorus – Maximum concentration• Fast-acting water-soluble formula• Ideal transplant starter fertilizer• Corrects deficiency symptoms rapidly• Professional-grade performance

The Science Behind It

How It Works

The Science

Nutrients Available

46% Available Phosphate (P₂O₅) – Maximum phosphorus concentration for rapid root establishment, accelerated flowering, enhanced fruit and seed production, improved transplant success, and efficient correction of severe phosphorus deficiencies.

How to Apply

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Key Benefits

Rapid Root Establishment – Water-soluble phosphorus is immediately available to transplant roots, reducing transplant shock and accelerating establishment.

Maximum Bloom Production – High phosphorus concentration triggers prolific flowering in annuals, perennials, and shrubs, extending bloom periods.

Improved Fruit Set – Phosphorus is essential for flower-to-fruit transition, increasing fruit set percentages in tomatoes, peppers, squash, and tree fruits.

Cold Soil Performance – Highly available phosphorus remains accessible even in cold spring soils where microbial activity is limited.

• 46% Phosphorus – Maximum concentration
• Fast-acting water-soluble formula
• Ideal transplant starter fertilizer
• Corrects deficiency symptoms rapidly
• Professional-grade performance