Mycorrhizae question

[Mr. Clandestine]

I just ordered some Rainbow Mix Bloom to keep on hand for flowering, and I noticed that mycorrhizae fungi is part of the mix. I grow in soil with all organic nutrients and will already be using a guano-rich fertilizer for bloom. My plan is to use the Rainbow Mix for occasional supplemental feedings, since I don't really know how effective the stuff is.

Would there be anything wrong with using the product occasionally for the added nutritional benefits, and sticking to my original bloom nutrients throughout the rest? Or should I just stick to the Rainbow Mix exclusively? (I want to use it, one way or the other.)

Also, is there anything that shouldn't be added to the soil or water (like H202), that would risk neutralizing the mycorrhizae? As always, thanks for any replies.

Mr. Clandestine Reviewed by Mr. Clandestine on 01-16-2008. Mycorrhizae question I just ordered some Rainbow Mix Bloom to keep on hand for flowering, and I noticed that mycorrhizae fungi is part of the mix. I grow in soil with all organic nutrients and will already be using a guano-rich fertilizer for bloom. My plan is to use the Rainbow Mix for occasional supplemental feedings, since I don't really know how effective the stuff is. Would there be anything wrong with using the product occasionally for the added nutritional benefits, and sticking to my original bloom Rating: 5

[texas grass]

just try to keep with the more natural elements, when you start using synthesized elements and artificial salts they can hurt your good bacteria,fungui, and microheards

is the rainbow mix bloom a guano fert with mycorrhizae?

and mycorrhizae really doesnt have much npk value its more or less for reduces shock to plant when its abused or transplanted and help nute uptake

[Mr. Clandestine]

Hey Texas, thanks for the reply.

And yes, the Rainbow Mix consists of bat guano, sea kelp, steamed bone meal, langbeinite, soft rock phosphate, feather meal, cottonseed meal, natural potash and a variety of beneficial mycorrhizae. (As quoted directly from the site where the purchase was made.)

So it should be alright if I were to also add hydrogen peroxide to the water periodically? I knew the fungi wasn't a nutrient, I just didn't want to reduce their numbers by adding an agent like H202 to the soil. Thanks again for your input.

[texas grass]

yeah the peroxide will kill off the good stuff you want in organics

but the upside to it is it brings an extra oxygen molecules to the roots which is a plus.

it it were me i would not use peroxide unless you are trying to help prevent some diseases

[Bongojaz]

h2o2 will kill all of your bennies. Mycorrhizae is something you want to keep around.
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Ecto- and Endomycorrhizal Root Booster Mycorrhizae are beneficial fungi which create symbiotic relationships with plants, creating a stronger and healthier plant. Ideally, you want to mix this powder inoculant with your soil at the root zone before transplanting to colonize the beneficial fungi before the harmful microbes can become established. Application rates: Vegetables and flowers, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon on transplant roots; trees/vines, 2 teaspoons applied directly to plant roots; existing plants, probe into root zone with a dowel, apply product and close hole. Product contains mycorrhizal fungi, yucca extract, and humates.

[Mr. Clandestine]

Thanks for your insight Texas & Bongo. That's exactly what I was unsure of, so I'm glad I know now...instead of finding out by default about 3/4 of the way through flowering. And Texas, I add peroxide periodically for exactly what you mentioned, just to get a few extra oxygen molecules to the roots. But since I really don't know how much of a difference this is making, it won't be a problem to just stop using it when I start with the flowering ferts.

Again, thanks for your responses.