House & Garden Growers Journal 2017 May 2017 | Page 40

NUTRIENT MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

HOW TO GET THE BEST RESULTS
When using a complete nutrient feeding schedule it’ s important to know the best way to apply your plant food. Our bottled regime has been precisely calculated to ensure the unique ingredients in each bottle assimilate perfectly when mixed into your reservoir; but it’ s still important to follow the following key guidelines:
1. Don’ t mix the concentrated ingredients together, ever! Our mineral nutrients, additives and stimulants have been carefully separated into their individual bottles and must be diluted with water before combining. When mixed in their pure form, negative reactions, mineral lockout and coagulation can occur. If you’ re using more organic additives, or a range of nutrient brands, we strongly recommend mixing the concentrate into a smaller quantity of water before adding this to your main reservoir or watering can.
Try to ensure you add the individual bottle, stir thoroughly and let stand for a few minutes before adding the next component.
2. Use the right water Not all tap water is equal; it widely varies depending on the source, the climate, the pipelines and a range of other factors. If you’ re using RO( Reverse Osmosis) or extremely soft water, ensure to add pH Stabiliser to replenish essential trace elements. This provides a more consistent pH, easier nutrient uptake for your plants and a healthier environment for beneficial bacteria and microbial life. Measure the EC and pH of your tap water regularly, and have it thoroughly tested before using for commercial applications.
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