Hicure® by Syngenta, Hicure® contains unparalled levels of free amino acids and more specifically the amino acids L-Proline and L-Glycine of any other product on the market.

 

 

Maintaining healthy turf requires a delicate balance of nutrients and stress management. While nitrogen and potassium is king for turfgrass growth, more recent research highlights the importance of free amino acids, particularly L-Proline and L-Glycine (L-form), in promoting healthy and resilient turf.  At Lawn Addicts we are big advocates for the use of these types of Amino Acids and include them in many of our products, which is one of the reasons defining our elite range over the others.

Free amino acids are the fundamental building blocks of proteins, the workhorses within every plant cell. These versatile molecules play a pivotal role in various physiological processes, including:

These L-form types stand out amongst free amino acids for its unique ability to protect turfgrass under stress. Their cyclic structure allows it to function as an osmolyte, helping cells retain water during drought conditions. Additionally, they play a role in maintaining proper stomatal function, which regulates gas exchange, water loss and disease resistance through leaves

While turfgrass naturally produces its own amino acids, supplemental applications can provide a significant boost during critical growth stages or periods of stress. Here's how incorporating L-Proline, L-Glycine and other free amino acids into your turf management strategy can benefit your lawn:

Foliar applications are particularly effective in delivering these essential ingredients directly to plant tissues during the cooler months

Either foliar or soil drench during the warmer months for root up take.

By incorporating these L-form and other free amino acids into your turf management program by tank mixing with your favourite liquid fertiliser you can promote a healthier, more resilient lawn that thrives even under most challenging conditions.

Many of you now appreciate the power of our most popular winter liquids, Fertech Fusion as a fertilising growth stimulant and Kelpro – imagine it now with Syngenta’s Hicure® 

.For the Addicts keeping up with our warm season free lawn plans, were approaching Kelpro, Fusion and Phosfighter application.

 

For the Addicts keeping up with our Cool season free lawn plans, were approaching Refine applications.  

If you are wanting to take your lawn to the next level, here is the link to our fully personalised superintendent program.

Next instalment.

We will talk about looking after cool season grasses in the cooler months. Sorry to those who were after that this week, we are excited about the launch of Hicure.