I'm real sorry to hear that. In my humble opinion temp problems are the worst kind of problems.Quote:
Originally Posted by stinkyattic
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I'm real sorry to hear that. In my humble opinion temp problems are the worst kind of problems.Quote:
Originally Posted by stinkyattic
So if I understand correctly what's going on here, we only use mycorrhiza to inocuate soil. This has nothing to do with hydro, or am I just out of it?
You got me Opie but thanks for the glossary....:)
the hydro store down the street sells the mycorrhiza in pill form and the box says to put in soil about 1/4" below clone/seed.1 per plant
their 10 bucks for a box of 40 i think im goin to get a box and see how good they work, say real benificial for root
OP- I don't like the OGM type mycos for hydro, as the carrier for the bios is vermiculite- makes a god-awful mess.
Have a look @ a GH product called " SubCulture".
OK, I had a look. If anyone is interested (I know I am):
From General Hydroponics
Subculture is a revolutionary blend of microorganisms that will increase vitality and yield in all plants. Whether in soil or hydroponics, the proprietary mixed blend of bacteria, actinomycetes and trichoderma fungi colonize in the root zone and media to form a symbiotic relationship with the plant. Plant root mass will increase, as well as nutrient absorption, creating bigger, healthier plants.
GENERAL HYDROPONICS
Another similar explanation from a hydro store
SubCulture is a biological root inoculum that contains a wide diversity of microorganism species. Suitable for use in soil and hyroponic applications; SubCulture contains fungi which colonize roots and bacteria which form symbiotic relationships with plants. SubCulture can be used throughout the growing cycle and also contains plant extracts, amino acids, humates, vitamins and sugars to sustain a living community of beneficial organisms.
Coca's Central Valley Hydroponics, Inc. Online Shopping (scroll down a bit)
A couple 3 questions:
- Does anyone know exactly (or roughly) how much something like SubCulture could benefit an already thriving grow. I've always thought if it aint broke, don't fix it. However reading about it makes it sound like something that every grow should be taking advantage of. Maybe an increased yield by 1%? 5%?Any guesses? I donâ??t give a ratâ??s ass if my root ballsâ?? size is worthy of respect and awards if it doesnâ??t do anything for my yield.
- They say it can be use throught the growing cycle, but should I stop using it during the last week or so while I am flushing?
- Though it can be used in hydroponics applications, is it chunky enough to plug up spray nozzles?
It's a "dialed-in" thing- you won't see a big differance unless things are pretty well maximized. F'rinstance, ya won't see any increase in mass if there isn't available carbon to fix, etc.
However, it'll do a world of good in a stressed garden. Very good pre-emptive disease precaution.
GH won't tell ya this, but once you have those colonies in yer rhizosphere, they'll tend to self-perpetuate... You don't have to re-apply each change, though it's great if ya can.
Never known it to clog GH spray rails, which are pretty fine. If your worried, just toss a pump bag ( pump sock) over the pump.
I water with a culture when i transplant, i've yet to see a plant stressed after a transfer(this grow). I Think cultures are great for everyone, it makes the margin for error smaller.
Mycorrhizae...I get the impression that it only needs to be added to the plant once, and then it is just chilling in there keeping itself alive until harvest. Is that true, or does it need to be administered from time to time on a schedule?
As far as I know the mycorrhiza is used to inoculate soil. Thats is the way we used it in the tree nursery. It was specific to the tree in that application.Quote:
Originally Posted by Opie Yutts