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Please phone stores for confirmation of availability. Save water and keep plants hydrated with Daltons Garden Time Water Storage Crystals. They act as a water retainer by absorbing and storing large quantities of water and nutrients, then slowly releasing them back into the soil as plants need it. ##### Uses - Perfect for use in baskets, pots, containers and dry soils. - Ideal for situations where water is limited and needs to be stored for longer periods of time. - Made for dry climates to help protect against drought. - Can also be used for cuttings and cut flowers. ##### Product Features - Absorbs up to 500 times its weight in water. - Releases up to 95% of absorbed water back into the soil - Protects against drought. - Improves aeration in clay soils. - Increases water-holding capacity for 1–3 years. - Significantly reduces water and nutrient loss through leaching. 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Water well and leave to soak before planting. Adjust level of mix in container after crystals have expanded. ##### Turf and Dry Soils Broadcast at a rate of 30-50g per m2 across soil to be planted. Mix into soil profile. 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