Yates Zinc and Manganese Chelate 500mL

Yates Citrus Cure Zinc & Manganese Chelate 500mL

Yates Zinc and Manganese Chelate is a concentrated liquid trace-element treatment designed mainly for citrus trees showing zinc or manganese deficiency.

Applied directly to deficient foliage, the chelated nutrients are gradually released to support absorption while reducing the risk of leaf burn. The spray adheres firmly to foliage and becomes rain-fast approximately two to three hours after application.

Identifying Zinc & Manganese Deficiency

Zinc and manganese deficiencies commonly affect the youngest citrus leaves.

Zinc deficiency symptoms may include:

• Yellowing on new leaf growth

• Small or narrow leaves

• Leaves appearing bunched together

• Reduced or uneven new growth

Manganese deficiency symptoms may include:

• Yellowing between the veins of young leaves

• Broad green veins remaining visible

• Symptoms appearing during early spring

• Pale or weakened new growth

Other watering, drainage and root problems can produce similar symptoms, so assess the overall plant before treatment.

Product Details

• Brand: Yates

• Product type: Liquid trace-element treatment

• Pack size: 500mL

• Zinc content: 1.25% w/v as zinc lignosulfonate chelate

• Manganese content: 1.25% w/v as manganese lignosulfonate chelate

• Primary application: Foliar spray

• Stone-fruit application: Soil drench only

• Mainly suitable for: Citrus trees

• Primary use: Correcting zinc and manganese deficiency

How to Use on Citrus

Use as a foliar spray when deficiency symptoms become visible.

• Shake the bottle before use

• Mix 20–30mL in 1 litre of water

• Apply using a garden sprayer

• Lightly wet the leaves without excessive runoff

• Apply during the early morning or late afternoon

• Reapply every two to four weeks when necessary

• Reassess symptoms before repeating treatment

One litre of prepared spray treats approximately 15m², depending on the size and density of the plant canopy.

Application on Stone Fruit

Do not apply this product to stone-fruit foliage. Yates recommends soil application only.

• Mix 15–30mL in 5 litres of water

• Apply with a watering can

• Apply to moist soil around the root zone

• Use approximately 5 litres over 5m²

• Repeat every two to four weeks when required

Always follow the directions printed on the product label.

Application Precautions

• Do not apply during flowering

• Do not apply when temperatures are expected to exceed 25°C

• Do not apply to wilted or moisture-stressed plants

• Do not mix with nitrogen fertilisers

• Avoid spraying until the solution runs off the leaves

• Wear suitable skin and eye protection

• Avoid inhaling the spray mist

• Wash hands after mixing and application

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry location

• Keep away from direct sunlight

• Keep the container tightly closed

• Store out of reach of children and pets

• Retain the product in its original container

Key Features & Benefits

• Corrects zinc and manganese deficiencies

• Designed mainly for citrus trees

• Helps improve yellowing young leaves

• Supports healthier new foliage

• Delivers nutrients directly through the leaves

• Gradual nutrient release helps minimise leaf burn

• Rain-fast within approximately two to three hours

• Contains chelated zinc and manganese

• Concentrated 500mL liquid formula

• Suitable for targeted deficiency treatment

• Available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies in South-West Sydney

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yates Zinc and Manganese Chelate used for?

It is used mainly to correct zinc and manganese deficiencies in citrus trees.

What are the signs of zinc deficiency?

Zinc deficiency may cause yellow, small and narrow young leaves that appear bunched together.

What are the signs of manganese deficiency?

Manganese deficiency commonly causes yellowing between the veins of the youngest leaves while the veins remain broadly green.

How much should I mix for citrus trees?

Mix 20–30mL in 1 litre of water and apply as a light foliar spray before runoff.

How often can it be applied?

Reassess the plant and repeat every two to four weeks when deficiency symptoms remain.

Can it be applied during flowering?

No. Yates advises against applying the product while plants are flowering.

Can it be applied during hot weather?

Do not apply when the maximum temperature is expected to exceed 25°C. Early morning or late afternoon application is recommended.

Can it be mixed with other fertilisers?

Do not mix it with nitrogen fertilisers, as this may increase the risk of leaf burn.

Is it suitable for stone-fruit trees?

Yes, but it should be applied as a soil drench rather than sprayed onto stone-fruit foliage.

Where can I buy Yates Zinc and Manganese Chelate in Sydney?

Yates Zinc and Manganese Chelate 500mL is available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies in Bonnyrigg, South-West Sydney.