The Science Behind the Essential Trace Elements for Hydroponic Growing
What is the function of Nitrogen (N) in plants?
Nitrogen is the core component of many plant structures and enhances biological processes.
Proper plant production and crop development relies on large amounts of Nitrogen for both internal and external metabolic processes, such as developing amino acids, forming DNA, chlorophyll, and aiding in photosynthesis.
What is the function of Phosphorus (P) in plants?
Phosphorus is part of the nuclei acid structure of plants, which regulates protein synthesis.
Phosphorus is part of the nuclei acid structure of plants, which regulates protein synthesis. It is required for ATP to form its structure, and is a vital component of DNA and RNA; both which are linked by phosphorus.
What is the function of Potassium (K) in plants?
Potassium is required for transporting carbohydrates into the fruit of plants.
Potassium acts as an enzyme activator and impacts many of the plant’s processes. Potassium is necessary for keeping good, high quality plants and fruits. Due to its function as an osmotic regulator, it also plays a strong role in the stomata opening and closing.
What is the function of Magnesium (Mg) in plants?
Magnesium is a critical micro-nutrient for plant growth and health because it is a key element of the chlorophyll molecule, which is essential for photosynthesis. Magnesium activates plant enzymes needed for growth while contributing to protein synthesis and giving leaves their green color.
What is the function of Calcium (Ca) in plants?
Despite Calcium being considered a micro or secondary nutrient, some plants such as tomatoes, rely on Calcium for optimal growth. Calcium contributes to the proper formation of the plant’s root tips, shoot tips and young leaves.
What is the function of H20 Prep in plants?
The iGroGreenz H20 Water Prep neutralizes harmful Chlorine and Chloramines present in tap water and is ideal for use when watering plants, vegetables, or preparing Hydroponic solutions. Easy to use, 5ml (One capful) will easily treat 10 gallons of water making water/solution preparation easier than ever. High levels of Chlorine and Chloramines can damage root systems impacting the health of your plants and vegetables. iGroGreenz H20 Water Prep neutralizes these harmful chemicals and takes the guesswork out of preparing water or solutions for use.