Headstart is a revolutionary biological seed treatment that can speed up germination by 20%.
Headstart helps Greenkeepers and groundsmen establish new turf or repair key playing areas when under pressure against time or weather conditions. It also helps prevent disease.
Headstart Seed Stimulant
A non-toxic, organically derived, water-soluble coating designed to stimulate germination and establishment particularly under sub-optimal conditions. Headstart is based on a special seaweed extract called cytokinin, enzymes and biostimulants.
CYTOKININS
Promote cell division particularly in rapidly dividing cells as occurs during germination.
ENZYMES
Cellulase, alpha amylase and beta amylase help the breakdown of cellulose and the production of dextrose and maltose, which are naturally present germinating seed and are an essential source of energy
BIOSTIMULANTS
These are trace elements added in the chelated form, making them more available to the young seedling. In addition two organic complexes are added to draw moisture to the seed.
The Seedling
- Emerges faster and stronger - Improved natural resistance to disease - Less prone to drought stress - The whole development is accelerated
By using HEADSTART field establishment can be increased by up to 20%.