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DUTCH MASTER PENETRATOR - FAQ
Q: Can you mix Penetrator, Folitech and Max-Fx together?
A: Yes, you can mix all 3 foliar sprays together at full strength with no need to adjust the pH.
Q: Do the foliar sprays need to be PH adjusted after mixing Folitech, Max-Fx, Reverse and Penetrator?
A: No, Dutch Master foliar sprays are ready to use.
Q: On the back of the Liquid Light, Penetrator, Folitech, Max-Fx, and Reverse bottles it says "For Hydroponic Use Only", these are foliar sprays so is it okay to use with a soilless media program such as with Pro-Mix?
A: All Dutch Master foliar products can be used in any type of growing media as they are, as you rightly point out, foliar sprays! We MUST include that statement for registration purposes.
Q: How long are Penetrator and other Dutch Master foliar solutions such as Folitech or Max-Fx viable for once they are combined with water? Can I make a large amount and leave it in a spray bottle or do I have to use it immediately? Will the potency decline significantly over time?
A: Dutch Master foliar sprays, with the exception of Reverse, are viable for up to 1 to 2 weeks once made up into solution. However they must be kept in a cool dark place to retain full viability as heat and light will degrade these solutions very quickly.
Q: When should the foliar solution be applied, does it matter if the lights are on or should they be off?
A: This can be done if you are using Penetrator, generally it is recommended when the lights are on otherwise you have a higher chance of getting mold.
Q: Can I use the foliar sprays during the entire plant cycle?
A: You can safely spray these products on your plants all the way through grow and for the first 4 to 5 weeks of flowering without any mold or fungus problems. After weeks 4 to 5 the plants susceptibility to these problems increases and we don't, as a general rule, recommend spraying after this time.
Q: It says in the flower feed schedule, "spray weeks 1 up to 4 only", does this mean I spray in week 4 too - or just week 3 and that's it?
A: You use Penetrator in conjunction with Folitech and Max-Fx for the first 4 weeks of flowering only. Experience has shown us that spraying your plants beyond week 4 in flowering can lead to increased incidences of mold or fungus on your plants. Folitech itself is designed for continual use and theoretically you can spray all the way until the end of flowering and we have many experienced customers doing so. However I would exercise caution if you decide to do this as you need to ensure your environment is optimized towards preventing humidity related problems and you must be vigilant for the symptoms of early onset mold or fungus problems. This aside the use of Folitech beyond week 4 can lead to some very good results if humidity is kept under check and your strain of plant is not susceptible to mould or fungus attack.
Q: The pH seems very high, over 8 or 9 when I use Penetrator do I need to bring the pH down?
A: No. Don't panic! Penetrator works independently of pH so there is no need to adjust the pH of the solution you are spraying. A pH of 8 or 9 is perfectly normal when using Penetrator, and don't worry - a pH this high when using Penetrator, will not harm your plants in any way. If you add anything to Penetrator to bring the pH down you may in fact reduce the effectiveness of Penetrator or even damage your plants! Remember Penetrator Delivers EVERYTHING inside your plants just the way it is!
Q: Is it True I can spray with my lights on?
A: Yes! The unique properties of Penetrator make it so effective and so fast in delivering everything inside your plants that it is perfectly safe (for your plants) to spray with the lights on. We would recommend though you raise your lights out of the way when spraying to avoid water droplets hitting the lights and breaking your bulbs through thermal shock!
Q: How much of what I spray will Penetrator actually deliver?
A: Penetrator will deliver 100% of your solution inside your plants! Penetrator is the only true delivery agent on the market and is university proven to deliver everything inside your plants!. Penetrator was recently re tested at Vancouver's prestigious UBC University against both Agri-2 and Wet Betty by Advanced nutrients both of which failed to show any delivery of the specially tagged ingredients inside the plant whereas Penetrator delivered its entire payload!
Q: I heard Penetrator only works with DM foliar sprays. Is that true?
A: No!. In fact Penetrator will work with almost anything you care to spray on your plants. Remember though Penetrator will deliver 100% of what you spray so be careful when spraying solutions not designed by DM for foliar application. This is because a plant CAN get too much of a good thing! If trying a non DM solution as a foliar spray , start by using 1/4 to 1/3rd of the recommended dosage and adjust upwards from there.
Q: Can Penetrator be used with both Max-Fx & Folitech.
A: Yes! In fact our extensive trials have shown that the use of these two products with Penetrator over the entire grow cycle and first 4 weeks of flowering delivered the best increase in yield, up to 25%!. For best results spray on alternate days with Folitech and Max-Fx twice per week. If time does not allow you to spray on alternate days then both products can be mixed in the same bottle and then sprayed on your plants.
Q: Are the PPM measurements on your nutrient calculator based on the EC 500 or EC 700 scale?
A: Our nutrient calculator values are based on the EC 500 scale which most closely approximates conductivity in a nutrient solution. There are 2 so called "standards" with respect to converting EC to PPM. Each one is based on the type of calibration solution used. The EC 500 conversion uses a calibration solution of Sodium Chloride (NaCl) that most meter manufacturers use and the majority experts agree, most closely approximates the conductivity of a hydroponic nutrient solution. The NaCl conversion is approximately 500 x EC (in Millisiemens) hence its nickname of EC 500. The EC 700 scale is used less frequently and mainly in the United States, if at all. The EC 700 scale used to be known as the 442 conversion scale due to the composition of its calibration solution. (40% sodium sulfate, 40% sodium bicarbonate, and 20% sodium chloride). This type of calibration solution is rarely available today as most meter manufacturers use an NaCl calibration solution (EC 500). As Individual nutrient ions have different conductivities, the true PPM of a solution can only be100% determined by a chemical analysis. For the hydroponic enthusiast this PPM conversion (EC 500) will provide you with a good indication as to the strength of your nutrient solution.
Q: How long can you keep Liquid Light and Penetrator after they've been mixed? Do you have to use them straight away - or can you mix up enough to last a month?
A: You can safely keep the mixed up and ready to spray Liquid Light and Penetrator solution for up to 1 week. If you are storing made up spray, it must be kept in a cool dark place. If this solution is stored for any longer than a week you risk the possibility of bacteria building up in your made up solution. Bacteria can cause plant health issues if the bacteria grow into large colonies
Q: Sometimes I find small floating things in my nutrients that look like mould or algae, is the product still OK to use or should I return it to the store?
A: The floating things you can sometimes find in "any" nutrient product, occur from time to time in all manufactured nutrients, from all manufacturers. What you are seeing is some yeast. This yeast is harmless and does not affect the performance of the product and more importantly will not affect the health of your plants, in any way. Yeast spores are present in the air in almost all enclosed areas, like manufacturing centers. Sometimes these yeast spores will slowly grow into small colonies, what people commonly describe as "floaties". All nutrients made by Dutch Master, are manufactured with triple filtered and UV sterilized Reverse Osmosis water together with special additives (used in the food industry) that stop any harmful bacterial growth. We also have an independent laboratory do a plate count (test) for bacteria before bottling, as part of our quality assurance program. Because of this we can safely and confidently say that if, on the rare occasion, you find these "floaties" in your Dutch Master product, it is still perfectly safe to use - both in terms of plant health and product performance.
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