As soon as they are applied to the soil or other plantings, water will slowly seep through the resin surface layer encapsulating the Osmocote Plus granules. to dissolve the nutrients inside The resin coating (shell) will soften, causing the fertilizer granules to expand. After that, the dissolved nutrients in the fertilizer granules will be gradually added. Permeate through the shell into plant food by continuous osmosis process. Consistently for 6 months, when the nutrients in the fertilizer pellets are exhausted. The resin shell is naturally biodegradable. from this special feature Osmocote Plus Fertilizer will not dissolve immediately like general fertilizer. It is safe for the plant root system. The plant showed no signs of shock. and no root rot after fertilizer application. The soil is not hard and does not spoil the soil.Osmocote Plus Helps to promote the flowering of general ornamental plants. increase the number of inflorescences make the flowers large and has beautiful bright colors and helps promote the growth of plant roots. How to use -Sprinkle on the soil surface around the pot or around the nursery bag. Then use a little soil to cover. If its a 5 inch pot, use 5 grams (1 teaspoon), if its a 10 inch pot, use 10 grams (2 teaspoons), if it s a 20-inch pot, use 20 grams (4 teaspoons). Or plots of cut flowers, use the rate of 40-60 grams (4-6 tablespoons) per square meter. Mix with potting soil. or other planting materials for growing potted plants, nursery bags and gardening, For orchids. Sprinkle on the coconut shell. or other planting materials close to the root area at the rate of 2-3 grams per clump.