IONIC – Frequently Asked Questions

Q We love the single pack, as it is so easy to use – but are there other advantages?

A Oh yes, of course there are. The macro elements are locked together in large molecules in exactly the right ratio for plant growth. This technology makes the single pack possible and it also ensures that the target NPK ratio is exactly right to the point that the plants take it up. This allows us to be far more precise than we can be with the old twin packs.

Q What is wrong with twin packs?

A Well we have been formulating and manufacturing twin packs since 1984 and Optimum and Europonic are still very popular. There is nothing wrong with them – of course – but IONIC technology is undoubtedly superior. The large molecule concept allows us to deliver specific cations – Calcium – Magnesium and so on, without the huge and unnecessary level of anions that usually goes with them. This means that a greater percentage of the mineral ions are useful to the plant and this means that the tank will be stable and balanced for much longer.

Q People sometimes call IONIC a beginner’s nutrient – why is that?

A Presumably because it is so easy to use. Only one bottle to worry about and no hassles with pH – basically fool proof, which means great results for first time growers. However it is important to remember that IONIC is a professional formulation from a commercially oriented company. Once is it diluted and in the tank it is 100% complete. There are no shortcuts or compromises in this solution and it is equal to, or better, than anything else on the market. To be sure it is great for beginners but many experienced growers around the world use it for great results.

Q Why is the pH so stable in IONIC?

A This is a result of the manufacturing process, unique to IONIC, which creates large molecules containing the key macro elements. They are thus partially buffered and become much less reactive in terms of pH. For many people the pH stability is the chief advantage that IONIC offers but they wouldn’t use it if they felt that yield or quality were to be compromised.

Q Why do you need Boost in the flowering stage?

A Mainly because of the incredible potential of flowering crops to uptake certain minerals from the tank. IONIC Bloom is precisely formulated to provide the right balance of nutrients to support intense flowering and will give excellent results on its own. However flowering crops have a high demand for specific elements, potassium for example, and a vigorous crop can reduce the amount of them in the tank very quickly. Even if the conductivity is being properly maintained with stock solution the level of potassium in the tank can decline very fast. BOOST is an easy way to maintain an ideal level of the specific nutrients that plants need to produce heavy crops. In our experience a lot depends on the size of the tank. If it is small with respect to the number and size of plants involved then the need for Boost is greater. In almost all situations the regular application of Boost will enhance flowering and increase yields.