Abstract: Improved, solid water-soluble fertilizer (WSF) compositions are presented which comprise at least one acid (optionally nutritive) and at least one basic fertilizer component. In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the WSF compositions demonstrate improved solubility of one or more nutrients or additives in solution, do not require additional dissolution aids or anti-caking agents, demonstrate fast dissolution times, produce precipitate free solutions, are readily compounded without intermediate wetting or drying steps, do not generate gas, and demonstrate improved stability under typical usage conditions. Finally, the WSF compositions may be used in improved processes for the creation of stock solutions, optionally with cold water, and/or delivery of nutrients to plants.

Abstract: A spray device for dispensing chemicals is disclosed. The spray device comprises a cartridge defining an interior compartment for containing a liquid product, an applicator having a support body, an extendable wand attached to the support body, a handle at a rear end of the support body, and a pump.

Abstract: A pest-combating composition including soy methyl ester, and methods of combating pests utilizing same. Such composition in a preferred formulation may also include 2-undecanone. The composition may be constituted as a spray composition, lotion, paste, or other compositional form. Pests that may be usefully combated with such composition include mosquitoes, ticks, cockroaches, thrips, deer fly, gnats, and aphids.

Abstract: A hybrid variety of Texas bluegrass×Kentucky bluegrass as described, characterized by rapid establishment; a medium dark green, dense turf; a medium wide leaf blade; aggressive spreading growth; a reduced level of cotton on the seed; and a medium to high seed yield potential.