Seamaiden
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IF I use it as a foliar, it's alone. I haven't had much need since I started adding rice hulls to my soil and coir mixes. Wanna know what they're high in? Potassium silicate. They take years to fully break down.This is a really good thread. I'd like to see what more info people share about this.
@Seamaiden do you foliar with silica alone of do you mix any goodies In too?
So the more I read about salicyclic (willow bark..aspirin) the more I'm reading that it has a negative effect on glandualr trichomes across multiple species. So I've hit the brakes on this foliar project. Seems Jasmonic and alfafa might be the only viable natural PGR's when the rubber meets the road for cannabis. Curious to how Seamaiden sees it and wonder if she still employs aspirin in her foliars?I believe an acid has to be used as such. If you change the PH and raise it, it's no longer an acid. I think 5.5 might be worth a try.
Potassium silicate is a good soluble form of silica but it is not compatible with many other fertilisers and must often be applied as a standalone. One way out of this limitation is to use a pre-formulated potassium silicate-based fertiliser which includes other synergists.
Plants uptake silicon as silicic acid. Agsil16h is another option.The info states silicic acid, the majority of silica on the market is potassium silicate, I think it might make a difference?
Aptus uses silicic acid. Rhino skin, silica blast, ProTekt are all potassium silicate. From what I read, silicic acid doesn't cause lockout.
My PH has always been in that range. I have to add my silica last in order to be in that PH range.
If I can add...what Aptus is saying is congruent with what Lead is trying to say about silicic acid..they say add to RO first then PH then add nutes then PH again. Mostly beacause it causes fall-out of the silicic acid to form non-soluables if it gets out of range from 4-8. Gleaned this article last night..a bit more clear print than Lead's Pdf concerning. http://msdssearch.dow.com/Published...seps/pdfs/noreg/609-02022.pdf&fromPage=GetDocThe info states silicic acid, the majority of silica on the market is potassium silicate, I think it might make a difference?
Aptus uses silicic acid. Rhino skin, silica blast, ProTekt are all potassium silicate. From what I read, silicic acid doesn't cause lockout.
My PH has always been in that range. I have to add my silica last in order to be in that PH range.
Let me know if this works..it's a pdf file...you have to read this..
Not for quite a while, when I use it it's usually as a root drench.So the more I read about salicyclic (willow bark..aspirin) the more I'm reading that it has a negative effect on glandualr trichomes across multiple species. So I've hit the brakes on this foliar project. Seems Jasmonic and alfafa might be the only viable natural PGR's when the rubber meets the road for cannabis. Curious to how Seamaiden sees it and wonder if she still employs aspirin in her foliars?
Also, have gotten quite far in regards to Silicic acid..what do you guys think of this as a source? http://www.bulksupplements.com/horsetail-extract-7.html
Not for quite a while, when I use it it's usually as a root drench.
Because I use rice hulls in my mixes, I haven't found a need to add or use extra Si forms.
I read a long time ago that Humic/Fulvic acids make silica available for uptake. Can't remember where, but I found this.
I also use them to neutralize chloramines in tap water.
"The Fulvic Dissolver
Fulvic acid has a unique capacity to dissolve insoluble materials. Research suggests that iron, a poorly transported mineral, essential for all plant life, is dissolved, complexed and transported into the plant much more efficiently in the presence of this organic acid. A low-molecular weight piggyback ensures easy access and improved translocation of the iron cation.
Fulvic acid also solubilises potassium. Potassium is the most expensive of the minerals from a fertilising perspective, but large reserves are present, in insoluble form, in all but the lightest of soils. Potassium released by the ‘fulvic dissolver’ will reduce fertilising costs.
Silica is the flavour of the month in soil science circles. Fulvic acid has a particularly strong solubilising potential for silica. Water-soluble silica performs a similar role to calcium, strengthening cell walls and building brix levels.
Research also confirms enhanced phosphate solubility and stability, but silica, potassium and phosphate are all more susceptible to fulvic solubilisation in the presence of iron. Fulvic acid has an affinity for iron and can actually transport three to ten times its own weight of this metal. The mineral products most susceptible to disintegration by fulvic acid are those that contain the highest percentage of iron. NTS Soft Rock ™ contains phosphorous (10%), silica (25%) and iron (2%)*. The solubility of this product could definitely be enhanced by fulvic acid. Rock dust also contains good iron levels, and most rock mineral fertilisers will perform better with fulvic acid.
*These percentages may vary. Please refer to Product Information Sheet for up to date analysis."
Not for quite a while, when I use it it's usually as a root drench.
Because I use rice hulls in my mixes, I haven't found a need to add or use extra Si forms.
Not sure I'd ever use aspirin..why do you want to? I think scarring/injuring the plant would prove more fruitful. To answer, I think it's 1 uncoated aspirin per gallon.And hopefully this isn't too off topic: what aspirin to use??? Every thing at the store is coated or seems like to much crap and not enough aspirin....
I've read that too! Aspirin is just a form of salicyclic acid..which is a plant signaler..gets the defense system on high alert. The more I read about trans species studies though, the more I think it is not a good option for cannabis.Supposed to help get the plant thriving again a after a pest infestation... Or so I've read
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