Axis The ideal amendment for problem soils

Axis can be applied to help overcome a number of problem situations in soils.

• Increase drainage and permeability.
• Increase the oxygen holding capacity of soils.
• Help reduce compaction
• Balance air and water in the rootzone, encouraging rooting.
• Increase water and nutrient availability in sandy soils.

Axis granules contain a naturally occurring mineral containing thousands of microscopic diatoms - hard, sponge-like structures which add porosity and impart other benefits to the soil.

The product is calcined (heated to around 1800°C) to create a stable and durable particle that is resistant to breakdown.

Its internal pore structure helps overcome problems such as compaction and black layer by introducing air filled porosity (oxygen) into the rootzone. In poorly draining soils, Axis helps to increase percolation rates, moving water through the soil profile. On free draining soils with low CEC, Axis acts to retain water and nutrients to promote continued growth in adverse conditions. Once applied, Axis becomes a permanent part of the rootzone.

Use AXIS

• On compacted soils with poor oxygen content.
• Badly draining soils.
• Soils that have black layer or anaerobic conditions.
• Sandy soils that dry out too rapidly.
• Areas of high traffic and wear.
• Turf areas with poor root structure and development.
• As a surface dressing to discourage moss and algae colonization

High volume low weight

The beneficial effects of soil amendments depend on the actual amount (or volume) of product applied, rather than on the weight.

Because Axis has a low bulk density, it is extremely light. Hence, a bag of Axis contains significantly more product than the same weight of other types of amendment.

Application

Axis is best applied:
After coring / tining / verti-draining, combined with the topdressing material
or
In a ‘Drill and Fill’ operation.

For best results, aim to achieve incorporation of 10% by volume of Axis, in the top 100-150mm of rootzone. Use 14 -20 bags (eg: after coring) or up to 40 bags (eg: after verti-draining). per 500m2.

Follow with further applications as necessary.
At coring:
Apply Axis after coring or aerating, mixed 50/50 with a suitable top dressing.
Drag mat / brush into holes and water in.
Axis can also be used

(1) In renovation where it can be rotovated into the top 150 mm of rootzone before re-turfing or seeding.

(2) Premixed into rootzone used in construction.

Please contact Headland Amenity for detailed rate and application information.

Pack Size: 11.34 kg (25lbs) bags.