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Athena Cleanse optimises root zones, preventing mineral scale and biofilm. This plant-safe, hypochlorous acid formula cleans irrigation systems, boosts plant immunity, and enhances nutrient uptake. Essential for healthy plants in hydroponic, coco, and soil grows.
Maintain peak plant health and irrigation system efficiency with Athena Cleanse, the essential root zone optimiser. This innovative formula, based on safe and mild hypochlorous acid, is expertly derived from salt through a proprietary electrochemical process. Athena Cleanse delivers powerful oxidative properties to keep your root zone pristine and free from unwanted organic and mineral build-up, ensuring your plants thrive.
Key Benefits of using Athena Cleanse
- Optimised Root Zone Health: Actively breaks down inanimate organic and mineral build-up in the root zone, promoting a clean environment for robust root growth and nutrient uptake.
- Enhanced Nutrient Availability: By maintaining a clean root zone, Athena Cleanse improves the availability of oxygen and essential nutrients in your growing media, leading to healthier plants and potentially higher yields.
- Prevents Mineral Scale & Biofilm: Effectively descales irrigation systems and pipes, reducing mineral scale and preventing the formation of problematic biofilm that can clog lines and impact system performance.
- Extends System Lifespan: Regular use keeps your irrigation system cleaner and running efficiently for longer, minimising maintenance and reducing wear and tear on components.
- Non-Toxic & Plant-Safe: Formulated to be non-toxic and non-nutritive, making it safe for use on plants at any stage of growth, from delicate seedlings to mature crops.
- Minimal pH & EC Impact: Features a very low Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) content, ensuring it does not disrupt the delicate mineral balance or stability of your nutrient solution.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for use in a variety of growing systems, including hydroponics (especially RDWC and DWC systems), coco, and soil.
- Boosts Cuttings & Clones: Improves cellular health and immunity in fresh cuttings, leading to more vigorous plants with bright white, healthy root hairs.
How to Use Athena Cleanse
Athena Cleanse is highly soluble and compatible with most irrigation and dosing systems. For best results, use it as part of your regular cultivation routine.
- System Maintenance (Regular Use): Add 0.5-1.5ml per litre of water for ongoing maintenance to prevent build-up and keep your irrigation system running optimally.
- Severe Conditions (Reservoir & Growing Media): For more challenging conditions with significant mineral or organic build-up, increase the dosage to 1.5-2.5ml per litre of water.
- Cuttings/Clones: Dip fresh cuttings in a solution of 2.5ml per litre of water to enhance cellular health and boost immunity.
- RDWC and Recirculating Hydroponics Systems: Regularly treat your water with Athena Cleanse at a rate of 0.5-2.5ml per litre of water to reduce mineral residue, scale, and the risk of anaerobic microbial growth or biofilm.
- Media/System Flush Mix: During the final flush stage, mix Athena Cleanse at a rate of 1.5-2.5ml per litre of water to help reduce residual mineral build-up in the growing media and plant tissues. This can also be used at any time during vegetative or flowering phases if a mineral imbalance or unwanted build-up occurs.
- Foliar Applications: Mix 95ml Cleanse per litre of water and spray evenly. Always test on a small area first to ensure no damage.
- Surface Treatment/Cleaning: Spray cultivation surfaces, work areas, and irrigation equipment with a dilute solution of 95ml Cleanse per litre of water to maintain a clean environment without harsh chemicals. This also extends the life of equipment like irrigation system filters.
For a complete and balanced feeding programme, explore the full range of Athena products, including the highly effective Athena Blended Grow and Athena Blended Bloom nutrients, as well as specialised supplements like Athena PK and Athena CaMg. Consider pairing Cleanse with Athena Fade for a clean finishing stage.
Can be used with all grow media including coco, hydroponics and soil.
Available in 946ml and 3.79 litres.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Athena Cleanse with other nutrients?
Athena Cleanse should not be used simultaneously with other nutrients. It is designed to clean your system and root zone. Always clean your system separately from feeding cycles, and flush thoroughly before reintroducing any nutrients. It is compatible with all Athena nutrients and most other hydroponic nutrient lines when used as directed.Is Athena Cleanse safe for use on plants throughout their entire life cycle?
Yes, Athena Cleanse is non-toxic and non-nutritive, making it safe for use at any stage of your plants' growth, from seedlings and cuttings to the flowering phase. Its mild acid formula does not impact plant growth or development when used as directed.What types of contaminants does Athena Cleanse remove?
Athena Cleanse is highly effective at removing a wide range of contaminants, including mineral deposits (scale), algae, biofilm, and other inanimate organic matter. It is particularly adept at breaking down calcium and magnesium build-up, which are common issues in hydroponic and recirculating systems, ensuring optimal nutrient uptake and preventing clogs.SKU: 1557Free delivery on orders over £60*
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