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Grow healthier cuttings and seedlings with Hydrotops Head Start. This unique, biologically activated nutrient concentrate provides the perfect start, promoting robust root development and a stress-free transition. The correct balance of essential minerals ensures vigorous growth for superior results.
Give your young plants the best start in life with Hydrotops Head Start, a complete and biologically activated nutrient concentrate. Specifically formulated for the needs of seedlings and cuttings, this potent single-part solution ensures a smooth and stress-free transition into the vegetative growth phase. Unlike using a half-strength nutrient, Head Start provides the correct ratio of major and trace elements from day one, setting the stage for strong root development and vigorous, healthy growth, ultimately leading to superior yields.
Key Benefits of using Hydrotops Head Start
- Promotes Vigorous Growth: A balanced nutritional profile encourages rapid upward growth and the development of a strong root system.
- Stress-Free Transition: Eases the shift from the propagation stage into the vegetative stage, preventing common issues like nutrient lockout.
- Correct Nutrient Balance: Supplies all essential macro and micronutrients in the correct ratios for young plants, avoiding the deficiencies that can occur with diluted solutions.
- Enhanced Nutrient Uptake: Helps young plants build the capacity to assimilate larger amounts of feed in later stages, leading to more effective use of nutrients during growth and bloom.
- No Synthetic PGRs: Like all Hydrotops products, Head Start is free from harmful plant growth regulators, ensuring a natural and safe result.
- Suitable for All Media: Can be used effectively with all growing media, including rockwool cubes and other propagation media.
How to use Hydrotops Head Start
Hydrotops Head Start is designed for use during the early stages of a plant's life.
- Dosage: Add 7-10ml per litre of water.
Instructions:
- For best results, use Hydrotops Head Start alongside Hydrotops Root Stimulator to collectively feed both the roots and green growth.
- If using rockwool cubes or other propagation media, pH the water to between 5.5 and 6.5 using a pH adjuster.
- Mix 7ml of Hydrotops Head Start per litre of water, and then add 5-10ml of Hydrotops Root Stimulator.
- Soak the media in this solution, then gently squeeze out the excess liquid before inserting your cutting or seed.
- Once roots begin to show, you can increase the dosage of both products to 10ml/L.
Can be used in all grow mediums including soil, coco and hydroponics.
Available in 1 litre, 5 litres and 25 litres with soft and hard water versions.
Please note: 25 litres is collect in store only.Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrotops Head Start a complete nutrient?
Yes, Hydrotops Head Start is a full-spectrum nutrient concentrate developed specifically for young plants and cuttings. It provides all the necessary major and trace elements required at this critical stage of development.Can I use Hydrotops Head Start with my regular grow nutrient?
Head Start is a standalone nutrient for young plants. It is formulated to be more effective for seedlings and cuttings than a standard grow nutrient, which has a different ratio of major elements. Once your plants are established and ready for vegetative growth, you should switch to a dedicated grow nutrient like Hydrotops Hydro Grow A & B or Solo Soil Grow.What is the difference between Hydrotops Head Start and Root Stimulator?
Hydrotops Head Start is the base nutrient that provides all the essential food for your young plant's overall health and development. Hydrotops Root Stimulator is an additive that specifically boosts root growth and energy, making the two products highly effective when used in combination.Can I use Hydrotops Head Start in an automatic feeding system?
Yes, Head Start is suitable for a wide range of growing systems, including manual and automatic feeding systems. Ensure you maintain the correct pH and EC levels for your system, head to the pH Management section for all you need.Is Hydrotops Head Start organic?
Yes, Hydrotops Head Start is an organic-based nutrient. The product is part of the "bioponic" range from Hydrotops, which means it combines organic and natural sources to create a highly effective nutrient suitable for use in hydroponic systems as well as traditional growing media.SKU: 1478Free delivery on orders over £60*
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