BioNova - Dosing Chart

How should popular BioNova fertilisers be dosed? Here is a proven recipe for perfect watering for all types of plants!

• The dosage depends on the product range of fertilisers you have chosen according to the growing method and substrate.
• We recommend combining BioNova fertilisers with the substrates from our favourite Dutch manufacturer. Bio Soilmix is the clear number one among soil substrates. Cocomix Plus is likewise unbeatable in its category.
• Dose BioNova fertilisers on the basis of one of the five tables, taking into account the developmental stage in which the plant is located. The tables distinguish the growth phase (= vegetative phase) and the flowering phase, which is divided for more effective application of the individual fertilisers into three parts: initial, middle and final. The Czech translation can always be found in the tables in the middle of the text.
• The stated values represent the dose in millilitres per 10 litres of water.
• In addition to the basic nutrition for flowering and growth (MAIN FERTILISERS), also note the column with the value of electrical conductivity of the solution (EC). You will find it in all five tables. Bear in mind that the values in the EC column are measured with reverse osmosis water, which has an EC of 0.0.
• BioNova also enables less experienced growers to achieve fantastic results! Add the unique supplementary fertilisers (STIMULATORS) to the basic nutrition and look forward to a record harvest. These are the products Roots, X-cel and The Missing Link. Their dosage is stated in all five tables right alongside the basic fertilisers.
• In the last week before harvest, do not forget the so-called flush, or flushing. At this stage, you no longer add basic nutrition to the water. You can flush with clean water or in combination with a flushing agent, such as Canna Flush. This will achieve exceptionally healthy fruits with excellent taste, as no residues of salts or other undesirable substances will remain in the harvest.
• Dosing fertiliser according to the table and the manufacturer’s instructions minimises the risk of over-fertilisation. Nevertheless, we recommend continuously checking how the plants are doing during the growing cycle, as each of them has its own individual needs.
• Our TIP: For better watering and improved nutrient management, it is worth using filters and reverse osmosis units Growmax.

When to add and when to reduce?

• You can reduce the intensity of fertilisation for a while if you notice typical symptoms associated with an excess of nutrients. This is most often indicated by yellowing leaves, spots on their edges, or a white surface on the substrate.
• If you notice that, on the contrary, the plant is lacking nutrients, it is advisable to start fertilising a little more. If the plant is growing unnaturally slowly and its leaves are smaller than is usual for the species in question, it is probably undernourished. In such a case, you can try increasing the intensity of fertilisation and observe whether this has a positive effect on the plant and it begins to do better.
• If you decide to adjust the dosage, be sure to make the change gradually. Whether you are reducing or increasing the dose, the difference from the previous one should not be greater than 10 %. 

FERTILISERS FOR SOIL

• Fill the container for preparing the watering solution with water.
• Add the basic fertiliser Soil Supermix to the water and mix well.
• Add PK 13-14 to support flowering and mix again.
• Adjust the pH to 6.0 – 6.5.
• In areas with soft water or when using reverse osmosis water, we recommend adding the fertilisers Ca 15 and MgO 10 to the mixture as well, both in an amount of ± 4 ml per 10 l.
• By using the product Silution you will undoubtedly achieve a better harvest. If you have it available, mix it into the water first and leave it to stand for 30 minutes. After half an hour, mix in the main fertilisers and stimulators.
• Are you growing autoflowering plants or plants with a long flowering period? In the first case, use Autoflower Supermix, and in the second Longflower Supermix. In both cases, it is necessary to extend the schedule of the middle flowering phase.

FERTILISERS FOR COCONUT

• Fill the container for preparing the watering solution with water.
• Add the basic fertiliser Coco Forte A+B to the water. First mix component A in the container and only then mix in B.
• Adjust the pH to 5.5 – 6.5.
• In areas with soft water or when using reverse osmosis water, we recommend adding the fertilisers Ca 15 and MgO 10 to the mixture as well, both in an amount of ± 4 ml per 10 l.
• By using the product Silution you will undoubtedly achieve a better harvest. If you have it available, mix it into the water first and leave it to stand for 30 minutes. After half an hour, mix in the main fertilisers and stimulators.
• Are you growing autoflowering plants or plants with a long flowering period? In the first case, use Autoflower Supermix, and in the second Longflower Supermix. In both cases, it is necessary to extend the schedule of the middle flowering phase.

HYDROPONIC FERTILISERS

• Fill the container for preparing the watering solution with water.
• Add the basic fertiliser Nutri Forte A+B to the water, proceeding by first mixing component A in the container and only then mixing in B.
• Adjust the pH to 5.5 – 6.0.
• In areas with soft water or when using reverse osmosis water, we recommend adding the fertilisers Ca 15 and MgO 10 to the mixture as well, both in an amount of ± 4 ml per 10 l.
• By using the product Silution you will undoubtedly achieve a better harvest. If you have it available, mix it into the water first and leave it to stand for 30 minutes. After half an hour, mix in the main fertilisers and stimulators.
• Are you growing autoflowering plants or plants with a long flowering period? In the first case, use Autoflower Supermix, and in the second Longflower Supermix. In both cases, it is necessary to extend the schedule of the middle flowering phase.
• If you use Hydro Supermix in combination with phosphorus and potassium in the form of PK 13-14, first mix the Supermix into the water. Only then mix in PK 13-14.

AEROPONIC FERTILISERS

• Fill the container for preparing the watering solution with water.
• Add the basic fertiliser Aero Supermix to the water and mix well.
• Add PK 13-14 and mix again.
• Adjust the pH to 5.5 – 6.0.
• In areas with soft water or when using reverse osmosis water, we recommend adding the fertilisers Ca 15 and MgO 10 to the mixture as well, both in an amount of ± 4 ml per 10 l.
• By using the product Silution you will undoubtedly achieve a better harvest. If you have it available, mix it into the water first and leave it to stand for 30 minutes. After half an hour, mix in the main fertilisers and stimulators.
• Are you growing autoflowering plants or plants with a long flowering period? In the first case, use Autoflower Supermix, and in the second Longflower Supermix. In both cases, it is necessary to extend the schedule of the middle flowering phase.

ORGANIC FERTILISERS

• Fill the container for preparing the watering solution with water.
• Add the basic growth fertiliser Veganics Grow to the water and mix well. Then add the natural flowering nutrition Veganics Bloom and mix again.
• During the flowering phase, also add Vegan PK 3-5 to the watering solution.
• Adjust the pH to 5.5 – 6.5.
• You will achieve the best harvests if you also use purely organic stimulators Roots, X-cel and The Missing Link.
• In areas with soft water or when using reverse osmosis water, we recommend adding the fertilisers Ca 15 and MgO 10 to the mixture as well, both in an amount of ± 4 ml per 10 l.
• By using the product Silution you will undoubtedly achieve a better harvest. If you have it available, mix it into the water first and leave it to stand for 30 minutes. After half an hour, mix in the main fertilisers and stimulators.

The complete range of fertilisers from the BioNova brand can be found here.

We will also be happy to answer any questions about fertiliser dosing at info@higarden.cz.