Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray

Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray is a micronutrient fertilizer formulated to help prevent and correct iron and other trace element deficiencies in citrus and tropical fruit trees. Applied as a foliar spray, it helps promote healthy green foliage and supports overall plant growth when used according to the label.
 

What citrus trees can Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray be used on?

This nutritional spray can be used on citrus trees such as lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, and other citrus varieties to help correct micronutrient deficiencies. It is especially helpful when leaves begin to show symptoms such as yellowing with green veins (chlorosis) caused by nutrient deficiencies.
 

Can I use Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray on indoor or container-grown citrus trees?

Yes. This product can be used on container-grown and indoor citrus trees as long as it is applied as a foliar spray according to the label. Be sure to thoroughly cover the leaves and avoid using it as a soil application.

When is the best time to apply Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray?

For routine seasonal applications, apply between December and February, up until flowering is complete, as directed on the product label. However, if your citrus tree develops micronutrient deficiency symptoms during the growing season, the product can be applied when those symptoms first appear, according to label directions.
 

What time of day is best to spray Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray?

The product label does not specify a required time of day for application. Many gardeners prefer applying foliar sprays during the cooler parts of the day, such as early morning or late afternoon, to reduce rapid evaporation and improve leaf coverage while avoiding unnecessary plant stress.

What is the mixing rate for Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray?

The mixing rate for Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray depends on whether you are preventing or correcting micronutrient deficiencies.

• For prevention: Mix 1 tablespoon per gallon of water and make 1 to 2 applications per year as needed.
• For correction of a known deficiency: Mix 2 tablespoons per gallon of water and make at least 2 applications spaced two weeks apart.

Once mixed, apply the solution as a foliar spray to thoroughly cover the leaves until you reach the point of runoff, where the foliage is evenly wet and the spray is just beginning to drip. Always follow the product label for complete mixing and application instructions.

How do you apply Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray?

Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray is applied as a foliar spray and should be sprayed directly onto the leaves until you reach the point of runoff, meaning the foliage is completely wet and the spray is just beginning to drip from the leaves. Do not apply this product as a soil drench.

For preventing micronutrient deficiencies, mix 1 tablespoon per gallon of water and make 1 to 2 applications per year as needed. To correct a known nutrient deficiency, mix 2 tablespoons per gallon of water and make at least 2 applications spaced two weeks apart.

The product can be applied whenever deficiency symptoms appear, but it is most effective when applied between December and February up until flowering is complete. On mature citrus trees, approximately 1 gallon of finished spray per foot of tree height, plus an additional 5 gallons, is recommended. For example, a 20-foot tree requires approximately 25 gallons of finished spray.

Do not mix Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray with other fertilizers, fungicides, or insecticides unless compatibility is known. The spray can also severely stain concrete, masonry, and painted surfaces, so avoid contact with these materials during application. Because nutrient deficiencies may also indicate an improper soil pH, testing and correcting soil pH may be beneficial if deficiency symptoms persist.

Should I spray the leaves or the ground around my citrus tree?

Always spray the leaves, not the soil. Southern Ag Chelated Citrus Nutritional Spray is absorbed through the foliage, so thoroughly coat the leaves until they are wet and just beginning to drip. Applying the product to the ground will not provide the intended results.