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Calcium, Silicon and Structural Integrity
When it comes to growing strong plants that resist infestations, don’t lodge and are capable of bearing prolific, heavy fruits and flowers, structural support is everything.Two nutrients, calcium and silicon, play distinct but complementary roles in building and reinforcing plant structure. Calcium forms the plant’s internal framework; silicon adds an external layer of reinforcement. Because both contribute to sturdiness, their functions sometimes overlap.This post clarifies their roles and explains how applying calcium and silicon together can help growers cultivate healthier …
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Sources of Soluble Silicon
Silicon is the second most abundant element on Earth. However, most forms of silicon[1] found in nature are unavailable for uptake by plants. To reap the benefits of silicon, growers must use a fertilizer that contains a highly soluble source of silicon. That’s easier said than done. While there is no shortage of silicon in the world, not all silicon compounds are equal. Some may not be very soluble or even high in silicon. Others may have significant downsides, such as …
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How Silicon Promotes Plant Growth
Although silicon is not considered an essential nutrient—plants can grow without it—it significantly boosts plant strength and stress resistance. For cannabis, silicon contributes to development of the terpenes and phenolic compounds that growers prize. Here's why supplementing your feeding program with silicon might be beneficial. Benefits of silicon Silicon improves plant health and growth in several important ways. Physically, this beneficial nutrient help plants form a strong layer of hydrated amorphous silica, or opal, in their cell walls. This silica layer acts as …
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