Correcting nutrient deficiencies
Nitrogen Deficiency
Use Calcium Nitrate or Potassium Nitrate added to the nutrient solution at 20 to 50 ppm Nitrogen
Phosphorus Deficiency
Monopotassium Phosphate is the best Phosphorus source. Add 10 to 20 ppm
Potassium Deficiency
Use Potassium Nitrate or Potassium Sulphate. Add 50 ppm to the nutrient solution and observe
Calcium Deficiency
Use Clacium Nitrate. Add 50 ppm Calcium and observe
Magnesium Deficiency
Use Magnesium Sulphate – Add 20 ppm of Magnesium
Sulphur Deficiency
This is uncommon, but add Potassium Sulphate or Magnesium Sulphate
Trace Elements
The trace elements such as Iron, zinc, copper and manganese etc can usually be rectified by upping the amount of trace mix in your nutrient solution. Alternatively a good foliar feed with a few drops of wetting agent can be used in conjunction with your normal dosing.
Use foliar feeds just after lights out (or in the late afternoon if growing in natural sunlight)
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