INFORMATION
Description
Cal-Mag is a carefully formulated supplement that is used is commonly used to buffer coco peat bricks prior to planting. Buffering is a process whereby the growing medium is stabilized (getting rid of excess waste and supplementing useful nutrients,) in order to allow for easy uptake from the plant roots.
Specifications
- 33g/kg magnesium
- 137g/kg nitrogen
- 122g/kg Calcium
- 2.1g/kg Boron
- Group 1 Fertilizer - Registration: 2008/06722823
How to use
To buffer a 5kg coco brick:
- In a large container, mix 50g of CalMag with 20L of water until completely dissolved.
- Soak washed coco brick in solution for 12 hours.
- Drain excess water from expanded coco peat.
- Rinse coco peat with pH balanced water.
As a soil drench for Calcium or Magnesium deficiency:
- Mix 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) per 5L of water until dissolved.
- Saturate growing medium with solution.
- TIP: It is extremely unlikely to have a magnesium deficiency in soil.
1L (approx. 1kg)