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Silicate use ?
SanderanderS
started grow question 4y ago
How do you exactly use GHE silicate powder in hydro set up? When I mix it in the tank in 24h it has all settled on the bottom. Advice needed !
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Week 6
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Hydronaut
answered grow question 4y ago
Go light and use the liquid version. This stuff will burn a hole through diamond, so dilute it well before adding to reservoir or it will precipitate you nutes. Use half strength. This will spike a 5 gallon bucket near 8 or higher at 2 ml/gal.
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ceys111
answered grow question 4y ago
I'm using the liquid one now insoluble in water this product
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SeedlockHolmes
answered grow question 4y ago
Hi, Try placing an air pump with air stones on the tank and plug it on a timer if you want to safe energy.
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