NITROGEN
PHOSPHORUS
POTASS
IUM
Know when to
use ’em
GROW & BLOOM NUTES
Wondering when to use nitrogen and when to use potassium
and phosphorus in your plants’ growth cycle? Shannon McKee
explains how and when to properly apply grow and bloom
nutrients to maximize the yields in your hydroponic system.
by Shannon McKee
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Maximum Yield
W
hen it comes to hydroponics, one of the most important tools for
successful growing is the nutrients you provide your plants. It’s
not like gardening in the dirt where there’s a good chance the soil
already has these nutrients readily available. You may have heard
of grow and bloom nutrients, and you may have wondered what
they are or how to use them. Here’s a breakdown of what you need
to know so you can take advantage of the benefits they offer.