Why is proper nutrition so important?
The quality of nutrition directly affects the speed of plant development, root system formation, growth intensity and future yield. Even the best genetics will not be able to fully realize their potential without a balanced supply of macro- and microelements.
Many beginners make a typical mistake - they try to use maximum dosages at the initial stages. In fact, plants respond much better to a gradual increase in the concentration of the nutrient solution in accordance with the stage of development.
That is why leading manufacturers create ready-made nutrition tables that help you understand how to apply fertilizers depending on the selected substrate, plant age and current growth phase.
The main stages of plant nutrition
Plant needs change throughout their life cycle.
Minimum concentrations of nutrients are required at the seedling and rooting stages. During this period, it is important to stimulate the development of the root system and not to overload young plants.
During the growing season, the need for nitrogen increases. It is responsible for the formation of green mass and the active development of shoots.
In the flowering phase, the priority shifts to phosphorus and potassium. These elements are involved in the formation of inflorescences and help the plant complete its development cycle correctly.
What is EC and why should it be monitored
EC (Electrical Conductivity) shows the concentration of salts in the nutrient solution.
The more fertilizers added to the water, the higher the electrical conductivity will be.
An EC meter is used for monitoring.
Exceeding these indicators can lead to growth slowdown or root system burns.
What are TDS and ppm
TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) shows the total amount of dissolved substances in the water.
A TDS meter is used for measurement.
If ppm is too low — add fertilizers.
If ppm is too high — the solution is diluted with clean water.
It is the control of EC and TDS that allows you to maintain stable nutrition throughout the cycle.
Plagron mineral fertilizers: application tables
Plagron offers separate schemes for different substrates: Natural, Terra, Coco and Hydro. They differ in basic fertilizers, recommended additives and EC level.
Plagron 100% Natural
| Period | Phase | Alga Grow | Alga Bloom | Power Roots | Vita Race | Green Sensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week | Growth | 20 ml / 10 l | - | 10 ml / 10 l | 30 ml / 10 l | - |
| 2 weeks | Growth | 40 ml / 10 l | - | 10 ml / 10 l | 30 ml / 10 l | - |
| 3–5 weeks | Flowering | - | 40 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | 50 ml / 10 l | - |
| 6 weeks | Flowering | - | 30 ml / 10 l | - | - | 10 ml / 10 l |
| 7-10 weeks | Flowering | - | 35-40 ml / 10 l | - | - | 10 ml / 10 l |
| 11 weeks | Harvest | Water only | Only water | - | - | - |
Plagron 100% Coco
| Period | Phase | Cocos A | Cocos B | EC | Power Roots | Pure Zym | Green Sensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week | Growth | 20 ml / 10 l | 20 ml / 10 l | 1.5 | 10 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | - |
| 2 weeks | Growth | 25 ml / 10 l | 25 ml / 10 l | 1.8 | 10 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | - |
| 3-5 weeks | Flowering | 30-35 ml / 10 l | 30-35 ml / 10 l | 1.9-2.1 | 10 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | - |
| 6-10 weeks | Flowering | 30-35 ml / 10 l | 30-35 ml / 10 l | 2.2-2.4 | - | - | 10 ml / 10 l |
| 11 week | Harvest | Water Only | Water Only | - | - | - | - |
Plagron 100% Terra
| Period | Phase | Terra Grow | Terra Bloom | EC | Power Roots | Pure Zym | Green Sensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week | Growth | 25 ml / 10 l | - | 1.1 | 10 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | - |
| 2 weeks | Growth | 50 ml / 10 l | - | 1.7 | 10 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | - |
| 3–5 weeks | Flowering | - | 50 ml / 10 l | 1.7 | 10 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | - |
| 6–10 weeks | Flowering | - | 40–50 ml / 10 l | 1.7–2.0 | - | - | 10 ml / 10 l |
| 11 weeks | Harvest | Water only | Water only | - | - | - | - |
Plagron 100% Hydro
| Period | Phase | Hydro A | Hydro B | EC | Power Roots | Pure Zym | Green Sensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 weeks | Growth | 10 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | 1.4-1.5 | 10 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | - |
| 3–5 weeks | Flowering | 12–16 ml / 10 l | 12–16 ml / 10 l | 1.7–2.1 | 10 ml / 10 l | 10 ml / 10 l | - |
| 6–10 weeks | Flowering | 14–16 ml / 10 l | 14–16 ml / 10 l | 2.1–2.2 | - | - | 10 ml / 10 l |
| 11 weeks | Harvest | Water only | Water only | - | - | - | - |
The advantage of the Plagron line is the presence of separate schemes for soil, coco and hydroponics. This allows for more precise control of nutrition depending on the chosen growing technology.
BioBizz organic fertilizer application table
BioBizz — organic nutrition line for soil cultivation. The scheme is suitable for All-Mix and Light-Mix substrates. Dosages are indicated in ml per 1 liter of water.
| Week | Phase | Root Juice | Bio-Grow | Bio-Bloom | Top-Max | Bio-Heaven | Alg-A-Mic | Acti-Vera | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vegetation | 1 ml/L | 1 ml/L | - | - | 2 ml/L | - | 2 ml/l | |||||
| 2 | Vegetation | 1 ml/l | 1 ml/l | - | - | 2 ml/l | - | 2 ml/l | |||||
| 3 | Transition | - | 2 ml/l | 1 ml/l | 1 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 1 ml/l | 1 ml/l | 1 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 1 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l |
| 4 | Flowering | - | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 1 ml/l | 3 ml/l | 1 ml/l | 3 ml/l | |||||
| 5 | Flowering | - | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 3 ml/l | 3 ml/l | |||||||
| 6 | Flowering | - | 3 ml/l | 3 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 4 ml/l | |||||
| 7 | Flowering | - | 4 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 3 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 3 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 3 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 4 ml/l | ||
| 8 | Blooming | - | 4 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 5 ml/l | 3 ml/l | 5 ml/l | |||||
| 9 | Blooming | - | 4 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 5 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 5 ml/l | |||||
| 10 | Flowering | - | 4 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 5 ml/l | 4 ml/l | 5 ml/l | |||||
| 11 | Washing | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||||
| 12 | Harvest | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
BioBizz is suitable for organic growers. Such fertilizers work more gently and allow you to maintain the natural balance of microflora in the substrate.
Table of application of organo-mineral fertilizers Advanced Nutrients
Advanced Nutrients offers nutrition programs for different levels of experience. The basis is usually made up of basic pH Perfect complexes, and additional stimulants are connected as needed.
Flowering program
| Level | Supplement | 1 week. | 2 weeks. | 3 weeks. | 4 weeks. | 5 weeks. | 6 weeks. | 7 weeks. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | VooDoo Juice | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - | - | - | - | - |
| Beginner | Big Bud | - | - | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - | - | |
| Beginner | B-52 | - | - | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - |
| Beginner | Overdrive | - | - | - | - | - | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l |
| Experienced | Piranha | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - | - | - | - | - |
| Experienced | Bud Candy | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - |
| Experienced | Final Phase | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 ml/l |
| Professional | Tarantula | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - | - | - | - | - |
| Professional | Nirvana | - | - | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - | |
| Professional | Sensizym | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - | ||
| Professional | Sensizym | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/L | 2 ml/L | 2 ml/L | - |
| Master | Bud Ignitor | 2 ml/L | 2 ml/L | - | - | - | - | - |
| Master | Rhino Skin | 2 ml/L | 2 ml/L | 2 ml/L | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - |
Bud Factor X2 ml/l2 ml/l2 ml/l2 ml/l2 ml/l2 ml/l2 ml/l-
Vegetative Period Program
| Supplement | 1 week | 2 week | 3 week |
|---|---|---|---|
| B-52 | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l |
| VooDoo Juice | 2 ml/l | 2 ml/l | - |
Advanced Nutrients offers a multi-level nutrition system. Beginners can use basic complexes, and experienced growers can connect root, flowering and metabolic stimulants.
Plants tolerate a small deficit much more easily than a constant excess of fertilizers.
Sports Seeds recommends choosing a nutrition scheme for a specific substrate, variety and growing conditions. This approach allows you to get a stable result and maximize the potential of genetics.
