TurbaCal Plus | Calcium Sulfate and Decomposed Organic Substrate Mix
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.
TurbaCal Plus | Calcium Sulfate and Decomposed Organic Substrate Mix
TurbaCal Plus is an innovative organic-mineral amendment designed for gardeners and farmers looking to improve soil quality while providing essential nutrition to their plants. This multifunctional product combines the soil-enhancing properties of decomposed organic substrate with the nutritional benefits of dihydrate calcium sulfate. It is composed of 80% Calcium Sulfate and 20% decomposed organic substrate.
Presentation: Available in convenient bulk bags of 1,000 liters, TurbaCal Plus is ready for use in a wide range of agricultural and gardening applications.
Benefits and Uses:
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Improvement of Soil Structure: The decomposed organic substrate in TurbaCal Plus enriches the soil with organic matter, improving its structure and promoting greater porosity and water retention capacity. This results in healthier soil with better aeration, essential for root development.
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Nutritional Contribution: Calcium sulfate provides calcium and sulfur, two crucial elements for plant growth. This contribution helps nourish the plants and can improve the quality of the fruits and the overall strength of the vegetation.
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pH Correction: TurbaCal Plus can help modify the soil pH, neutralizing overly acidic soils and facilitating a more balanced growth environment for a wide variety of plants.
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Cover Fertilization: In addition to improving the soil, TurbaCal Plus can serve as a cover fertilizer, providing nutrients directly to the plants during the growing season.
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Easy to Apply: The bulk bag format makes it easy to apply the product over large areas, allowing for uniform and efficient distribution.
Usage Recommendations: Apply TurbaCal Plus during soil preparation before planting or at the beginning of the growing season. Its use is versatile, suitable for vegetable gardens, ornamental gardens, open field crops, and in pots.
TurbaCal Plus is your ally for more fertile soil and healthier plants, combining the best practices of sustainable agriculture with advances in plant nutrition.