7 Steps to Propagation Success
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Congratulations! you have made the first step towards growing smarter with Plant Propagation systems and Ellepot, you will find a lot of the information you need here on our website, but also check out the Ellepot website (Ellepot.com) and check out Ellepot on YouTube.
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Scope
Get in touch with us to scope out the best solution for your application, there are multiple ways you can do this, either contact us via our contact us page, send us an email at sales@plantpropsystems.co.nz or give us a call on 0800 ELLEPOT (0800 344376) to scope out the solution to get you propagating smarter.
Recommend
Once we calculate the right solution for you, we will send you a customised recommendation specific for your nursery. Sometimes their are multiple options that could work for your application, so we will talk you through these so that you can make an informed decision for the best outcome.
Quote
Once you have accepted or agree with the recommendation, we will be able to provide you with some pricing. Pricing is based on many factors such as paper type, media options, shipping options and production quantities, so it’s important we get the information correct in the scoping and recommendation stages, before moving onto quoting your solution.
Produce
Time to make your plugs! Once accepting the quote, we can jump into getting your Ellepots made, we make all Ellepots to order, so we can guarantee they are made FRESH! The production process can take 2-3 weeks depending on the size of the order and our production schedule. If you need them urgently for a particular reason, let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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Receive
You will receive your Ellepots either already in trays, or packed into cartons, based on the particulars during the scoping and quoting stages. You are also welcome to collect your plugs from our production facilities (depending on production location). We will also provide you with some support on how to get the best results from your Ellepot Paper Plugs, we are just a phone call away.
Repeat
We are confident that you are going to have great success with your Ellepots that you will be back for more, it is not uncommon for us to supply nurseries on an ongoing basis, with weekly fortnightly or monthly orders. Each of your shipments will have a unique identifier for a easy reorder process as well as strict quality control.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Below are some frequently asked questions, if the question you are looking for is not here, send us an email and we will come back to you as soon as possible. There is also more information to be found at ellepot.com
Will the roots grow through the paper?
Yes, all of the Ellepot papers have excellent root permeability allowing for the roots to grow through with their natural root architecture intact. There is an exception with the U1 membrane, which has perforation in the membrane to allow for root growth and air exchange.
What is the best paper option for me?
There are over 20 different papers and membranes available, in the full range of Ellepot papers, ranging from 6 weeks to 12 months plus, including certified organic, and PLA Membranes. Each paper comes with its own degradation guideline, this is just a guideline and site specific testing is recommended to fine tune this to your application. Irrigation strategy, media composition, bio-actives in the media and humidity all have an impact on the paper degradation time. Ellepot papers have a range of certifications which can be found here.
What is the best media to use in the ellepots?
Common ingredients in Ellepot blends include a range of medias including a combination or selection of Coco Coir, Coco Pith, Peat, Perlite, CAN Fines and Pine Bark. We also add many other amendments like pH adjustment compounds and stabilisers, wetting agents, starter and slow release fertilisers. We are also able to add other amendments such as bio-actives, herbicides or insecticides, if required. We work with a number of different mix suppliers to be able to offer a range of options here.
What is the difference between Ellepots and Ellebags?
There are a couple of differences between Ellepots and Ellebags. The main difference is that the Ellebags have sealed bases due to the way they are manufactured, this allows for smarter sorting and ensuring no media is lost out the bottom if moved/graded before full root consolidation. Ellebags also allow for any media type to be used. We are able to offer Ellebags in diameter greater than 50mm or 200cc.
Can I make Ellepots at my own nursery?
You sure can, head on over to www.advancedhort.co.nz to find out more about purchasing your very own Ellepot machine, or get in touch with us to work out your requirements. We will be able to point you in the right direction and support you through the process.
Can I use my own media?
We understand that you may want to trial your own media for the purposes of a side by side trial or production. Talk to us today how we are able to make this a reality. We can also supply empty premade Ellebags that you can purchase to fill as you need for sizes greater than 50mm in diameter.
Can I use Ellepots for organic production?
Definitely! We now have 3 papers available for Organic production, these are out Ellepot Organic 2.0 6-8 week paper, Ellepot 10 week and Ellepot 16 week paper. You can find these under the paper options here.
How does the tray sample work?
To allow you to try Ellepots in your own Nursery, we are able to offer you a sample tray based on our recommendation, (see our process – 7 steps to propagation success). We just ask that you cover the cost of freight and weekly updates on how its all going.
Is irrigation uniformity important for Ellepots?
Yes, absolutely! Due to the tray design, Ellepots require uniform water application to make sure that they all receive the same amount of water each. If you would like to know if your irrigation is up to the task, this is something that we are able to advise on. Just flick us an email or call with your questions.