How much stone do I need?
How much stone do I need for the ground?
For pebble and gravel:
• approximately 80kg per m², based on a 5cm layer.*For particle sizes >32mm, a thicker layer is required.
• Consumption per sack: 1000kg = 0.625m³.
• Coverage: approximately 12.5m² with a 5 cm layer.
For pine bark:
• approximately 70L per m², based on a 5cm layer.
• Consumption per sack: 1000L = approximately 1m³ = approximately 600kg
• Coverage: approximately 14m² with a 5 cm layer.
For volcanic, slate and chamotte:
• approximately 50kg per m², based on a 5cm layer.
• Consumption per sack: 1000kg = approximately 1m³
• Coverage: approximately 20m² with a 5 cm layer
How much stone do I need to fill a gabion?
Density of approximately 1,650kg per 1m³.
The calculation is very easy to understand with an example: if you have a gabion of 100x50x30 cm, you must do the following calculations:
1x0.5x0.3 = 0.15m³
0.15x1,650 = 247.50kg of stone.
*It is always a good idea to calculate an extra 5%, since when gabions are filled they expand a little and a little more stone always fits than in the theoretical calculations.
Clarifications
ATTENTION!
The grain sizes of GRAVELS AND pebbles are sieve sizes
The actual sizes may vary slightly, since when talking about, for example, 60-80mm stone, it means that the stones pass through an 80x80mm square mesh and do not pass through a 60x60mm one.
Through that 80x80 mesh, a stone 100mm long and 65mm wide can pass, so there may be a percentage of stones larger than 80 and smaller than 60mm.
Breakage of pebbles
On the other hand, in pebbles larger than 60mm, there is a percentage of up to 10% of stones that can break during sorting, washing, loading and unloading; to this day we do not have machinery that prevents such breakages.
In the photos you can see, only real products are shown; broken pieces have not been removed.
Dust and sand in the products
This product is not washed, so it contains dust, sand and even traces of other products due to processing and transport. This is not a problem when using it; the stone will wash itself over time or you can pour water on it before using it.
Agricultural Lime Dolomite Plus
Multiply the growth of your crops with dolomite lime.
Correct the acidity of your crops' soil with Dolomite Plus Powder, which provides 30% Calcium and 23% Magnesium. This not only increases the growth potential of the crops but also makes fertilizers up to 50% more effective, allowing for significant savings on fertilizers.
Importance of Magnesium in crops
Magnesium is crucial for the photosynthesis of plants, being responsible for root development and chlorophyll production. Rain can wash away minerals like magnesium and calcium from soils, increasing their acidity and reducing their fertility.
Advantages of dolomitic powder
- Increases soil pH, making it more fertile and improving the assimilation of primary nutrients.
- Reduces toxicity from metals such as aluminum, iron, and manganese.
- Raises magnesium and calcium levels in the soil.
- Improves microbial activity and helps fix nitrogen.
Chemical composition of Dolomite Plus Powder
Dolomite Plus Powder contains 30% calcium and 23% magnesium. Its granulometry is 0-0.1 mm with a PRNT of 100, meaning that practically 100% of the particles are active and effective.
Granulometry of Dolomitic Powder
Unlike Dolomite Lime with a granulometry of 0-1 mm, which has lower absorption power, the dolomite powder of 0-0.1 mm is more effective.
Amount of dolomite powder to apply
The appropriate amount depends on the soil acidity:
- pH 3.5 to 4.2: 3.5 tons per hectare.
- pH 4.3 to 4.8: 3 tons per hectare.
- pH 4.9 to 5.3: 2.5 tons per hectare.
Timing and method of applying dolomite powder
The ideal time is 3 to 4 months before planting, applying it broadcast or mixing it with the soil to a depth of 20 cm, near the roots.
Foliar application of dolomite lime
Foliar application can be beneficial to quickly correct calcium or magnesium deficiencies. However, before applying dolomite via foliar, it is advisable to conduct a soil analysis. The frequency and concentration of the application should be controlled to avoid issues such as phytotoxicity.
Foliar application should be a supplement, not a replacement for soil amendments, and it is essential to maintain an adequate nutritional balance. Consult with an agronomist to tailor the application to the specific needs of your crop.