Growth Technology GT Silica – 1L

INTRODUCING GROWTH TECHNOLOGY GT SILICA Silicon is the second most abundant element in the earths crust making up a component of most rocks. Plants absorb silicon from silica that has dissolved into the soil water. As you can imagine the concentration of silicon in soil water is not that high because rocks do not tend to be all that soluble. Silicon concentration in soil water generally does not get above 20 ppm and this is the level we recommend for hydroponic nutrient solutions. Silicon is a beneficial plant nutrient found in virtually all soils but not, until now, in hydroponic nutrient solutions. Silicon will strengthen plant cell walls and become a barrier against water loss, fungal infection, particularly mildews, and insect and mite attack. Silicates are very alkaline and care must be taken with its use. Always check the pH after silicon has been added to the tank. Any precautions? Yes. GT Silicon is very alkaline. Always check the pH of the nutrient solution after the silicon has been added and correct if necessary. Don’t get it on your skin or clothes. Good practice indicates care should be taken. Keep away from children. SILICA Improves nutrient uptake and transportation throughout the plant. Increases plant resistance to fungal and insect attack by strengthening cell walls. Increases chlorophyll production in the leaves, leading to better photosynthesis. Increases the uptake of available C02.