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Benjamin Moore Element Guard® Exterior Flat – Premium Exterior Paint for All Weather
$ 71.08
Description Benjamin Moore Element Guard® Exterior Flat is a premium exterior paint engineered to deliver reliable protection in challenging weather conditions. The paint is formulated with 100% acrylic resin, providing excellent adhesion and durability on a wide range of exterior surfaces. Element Guard is designed to withstand wind-driven rain, excessive humidity and fluctuating temperatures, helping protect exterior surfaces from cracking, peeling and fading. The coating also offers early rain resistance, allowing it to be applied shortly before rainfall in suitable conditions. Its breathable film allows moisture vapour to escape while maintaining a protective barrier, helping exterior walls stay protected for longer. Available in thousands of Benjamin Moore colours, Element Guard provides both durability and long-lasting curb appeal. Available online and in store from Ryalls Decorating Supplies. Key Features Premium exterior paint with flat finish 100% acrylic resin for excellent adhesion Resists peeling, cracking and fading Withstands wind-driven rain and humidity Early rain resistance (approx. 60 minutes after application) Mildew resistant coating Suitable Surfaces Benjamin Moore Element Guard® Exterior Flat can be applied to: Wood siding Vinyl siding Aluminium siding Hardboard and composite siding Stucco and masonry Brick and concrete Primed metal surfaces Surfaces should be clean, dry and properly prepared before application.
Planting & Care
At a Glance â 3-in-1 Combination Peach Tree
- Sun: 1/2 day to full day of sun
- Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Water: Keep evenly moist during establishment
- Rootstock: Semi-dwarf (Lovell)
- Size: 12â15 ft at maturity
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Harvest: JulyâSeptember
- Hardiness: USDA Zone 5â9
Planting & Care â 3-in-1 Combination Peach Tree
Site Selection
- Choose a location with excellent sunlight to ensure full sweetness and color.
- Good airflow reduces fungal pressure, especially in humid or coastal climates.
Soil Preparation
- Prefers well-drained loam or sandy loam; avoid clay-heavy or waterlogged soil.
- Add compost to improve drainage and fertility.
- Ideal soil pH: 6.0â7.0.
Planting Instructions
- Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot.
- Water deeply and mulch with 2â3 inches of organic matter.
- Keep mulch a few inches away from the trunk.
Watering & Fertilizing
- Maintain consistent moisture during the first 1â2 years.
- Deep water 1â2 times per week in heat or drought.
- Peaches are medium feedersâuse a balanced organic fertilizer in early spring if growth appears weak.
- Avoid overfertilization, which reduces fruit quality and increases disease risk.
Pruning & Graft Management
- Prune more vigorously growing grafts to maintain balance across the tree.
- Encourage an open center to improve light penetration.
- Thin fruit clusters to improve size and prevent limb damage.
Harvest & Use
- Frost offers classic peach flavor with strong leaf curl resistance.
- Salish Summer (Q-1-8) produces juicy, richly flavored fruit well-suited to cooler climates.
- Indian Free provides brilliant red flesh and outstanding complexity.
- Muir delivers exceptionally sweet, aromatic fruit.
General Tips
- Combination peach trees thrive when graft vigor is balanced yearly through pruning.
- Renew mulch annually and water consistently for best fruit quality.
- Leaf curlâresistant varieties reduce the need for sprays in many climates.
