{"title":"eco","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"ecothrive-charge","title":"Ecothrive - Charge","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-writeup\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcothrive Flourish is a concentrated seaweed biostimulant designed to support plant growth, nutrient uptake and tolerance to environmental stress throughout the growing cycle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade from highly refined Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed extract, Flourish provides naturally occurring bioactive compounds rather than acting as a conventional fertiliser. It can be used alongside your normal nutrient programme in soil, coco and hydroponic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe refined and filtered formulation is designed to remain soluble and stable in nutrient reservoirs, making Flourish suitable for growers who want the benefits of a seaweed extract without introducing a thick or sediment-heavy organic additive into their irrigation system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated seaweed extract:\u003c\/strong\u003e made from Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed using a low-temperature, high-pressure extraction process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural biostimulant:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides bioactive seaweed compounds rather than functioning as a conventional base nutrient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for soil, coco and hydro:\u003c\/strong\u003e the refined formulation can be incorporated into a wide range of growing systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReservoir stable:\u003c\/strong\u003e highly filtered and fully soluble for use in nutrient tanks and automatic irrigation systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoot or foliar application:\u003c\/strong\u003e can be added to irrigation water or applied as a foliar spray during appropriate growth stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable throughout the growing cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e useful during propagation, transplanting, vegetative growth and flowering or fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow application rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e use at just 0.25 to 0.5ml per litre when applied through the root zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Ecothrive Flourish?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish is an extract of Ascophyllum nodosum, a species of brown seaweed widely used in horticultural biostimulants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeaweed extracts are sometimes treated as fertilisers, but that is not really the purpose of Flourish. Its typical analysis contains no nitrogen, no phosphorus and only 0.5% potassium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstead, the main reason for using Flourish is its naturally occurring seaweed-derived bioactive compounds, including alginic acid, laminarin, fucoidan, mannitol, betaines and naturally occurring plant signalling compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphorus:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeaweed solids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 to 4% w\/v\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic matter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis low NPK analysis is why Flourish should be viewed as a biostimulant and supplement rather than a replacement for your normal base nutrient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy use a seaweed biostimulant?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe value of a concentrated seaweed extract comes primarily from its natural bioactive compounds rather than from supplying large quantities of mineral nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive developed Flourish to support plant vigour, nutrient uptake and resilience during periods when plants are under greater environmental or developmental demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it particularly useful around propagation, transplanting and periods of rapid vegetative, flowering or fruit development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Ecothrive Flourish as a root feed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive recommends applying Flourish at \u003cstrong\u003e0.25 to 0.5ml per litre of water\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used with every watering and can either be added on its own or alongside compatible nutrients and additives as part of your normal feeding programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish can be used throughout propagation, vegetative growth and the flowering or fruiting stage. Ecothrive recommends stopping root applications approximately one to two weeks before harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing Flourish during propagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish can be used from the early stages of plant development, including seed soaking, propagation cube soaking and watering young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower application rate is a sensible starting point when working with young plants. Flourish can then continue to be used when transplanting into a larger container and during subsequent growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Ecothrive Flourish as a foliar spray\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor foliar application, Ecothrive recommends:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10ml of Flourish per litre of water every 10 to 14 days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApply an even foliar spray to the plant surface during suitable growth stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish can be used as a foliar treatment during propagation and vegetative growth. For flowering plants, stop spraying once flowers have started to form. Fruiting crops can be treated later into their growing cycle where foliar application remains appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing Flourish in hydroponic systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main differences between Flourish and many traditional organic seaweed products is the degree of filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive uses a processing and filtration method designed to produce a clean, fully soluble extract that remains stable in hydroponic nutrient reservoirs for extended periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes Flourish suitable for systems where thick organic extracts or suspended solids would be undesirable, including coco irrigation systems and hydroponic nutrient reservoirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlways maintain normal reservoir hygiene and follow the requirements of your particular irrigation system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing Flourish in soil and living soil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish can also be used in conventional potting soil and biologically active living soil systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn these systems it works as a supplementary seaweed biostimulant rather than replacing products such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-soil-food-grow\"\u003eEcothrive Soil Food Grow\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-soil-food-bloom\"\u003eSoil Food Bloom\u003c\/a\u003e or the existing nutrition contained within the growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlourish is not a base nutrient\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinction is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish has an NPK analysis of approximately 0-0-0.5, so it cannot provide the complete mineral nutrition required for plant growth on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContinue using the appropriate base nutrient or living soil feeding programme for your growing system and use Flourish as a supplementary biostimulant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlourish vs Ecothrive Charge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth products support the root-zone environment, but they work in very different ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-flourish\"\u003eEcothrive Flourish:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e a liquid seaweed biostimulant that can be added to irrigation water or used as a foliar spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-charge\"\u003eEcothrive Charge:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e a mealworm-frass based solid amendment mixed into the growing medium or used as a top dress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey are therefore complementary rather than direct alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e250ml:\u003c\/strong\u003e practical for smaller gardens or growers trying Flourish for the first time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 litre:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for regular use across larger numbers of plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 litres:\u003c\/strong\u003e the more economical option for larger growing areas and regular irrigation programmes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe NPK Gardening Solutions take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish is useful because it gives growers the benefits of a seaweed extract without asking them to put a thick organic liquid into a hydroponic reservoir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe would not sell it as another bottle that somehow replaces proper nutrition. 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Easy and quick to mix and use, nothing immediately improves the health of your root zone quite like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"entry-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a concentrated powder that you add to water to make what we call a ‘microbe tea’. It contains some quite complex ingredients that work on a few levels. The microbes in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eimprove root function, increase nutrient and water availability, help with disease prevention, speed up the breakdown of organic matter and improve plant growth. 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These catalysts that activate and sustain the microbes include humic acids, amino acids, enzymes, proteins, carbohydrates and seaweed extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen added to water and applied to the root zone,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecomes to life quickly to improve the root environment of your crop.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis ideal for use outdoors on open soil, as well as indoors with potting soil, coco, hydroponic growing media (such as rockwool) and even in hydroponic systems with little or no growing media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis very suitable to (re)populate, to stimulate and maintain the biological balance in the root zone.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis ideally applied during propagation of seedlings or cuttings, with subsequent applications every 1-2 weeks indoors, and every 4 weeks outdoors.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas a unique action that quickly populates the rhizosphere with a diversity of natural microorganisms to enable your plants to thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econtain beneficial bacteria, fungi, enzymes and plant growth stimulants and microbial catalysts all in an easy to use powder!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estimulates rooting of cuttings and promotes both vegetative and generative plant development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains a healthy root zone throughout the entire plant cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eenriches the rhizosphere with a natural balance of micro-organisms to improve plant growth and allow healthy uptake of water and nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps plants recover quickly from periods of stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis highly concentrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe microbial catalysts in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare water soluble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo brewing necessary, an advanced instant alternative to aerated compost tea!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiosys\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis very easy to apply – straight away!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ecothrive","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":50969822804,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":50969822868,"sku":null,"price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":57132760498554,"sku":"ECOB1000","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/3721\/products\/Ecothrive-Biosys-Group.jpg?v=1527190133"},{"product_id":"ecothrive-70-30","title":"Ecothrive 70\/30","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-writeup\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcothrive Coco Lite 70\/30 50L is a ready-to-use coco coir and perlite growing medium designed for growers who want the moisture control of coco with improved drainage and air space around the roots.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend combines 70% premium coco coir with 30% perlite, creating a lighter and more free-draining growing medium than straight coco. 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This gives growers the convenience of a prepared coco mix with Charge already incorporated, rather than having to mix the two products separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e70% coco and 30% perlite:\u003c\/strong\u003e balances moisture retention with faster drainage and increased root-zone aeration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-buffered coco:\u003c\/strong\u003e supplied ready to use without the preparation normally associated with untreated coco coir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-blended with Ecothrive Charge:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds Ecothrive's biological soil conditioner directly into the growing medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved drainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e the added perlite reduces water-holding capacity compared with pure coco and helps the medium resist compaction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for different irrigation methods:\u003c\/strong\u003e can be hand watered or used with automatic irrigation and is particularly well suited to top-feed dripper systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 litre bag:\u003c\/strong\u003e a practical ready-mixed substrate for filling pots and containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy use a 70\/30 coco and perlite mix?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStraight coco holds a useful amount of moisture, but some growers prefer a faster wet-to-dry cycle and more air around the roots. Adding perlite creates more open pore space through the growing medium and allows nutrient solution to move through the pot more freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes Ecothrive Coco Lite particularly useful in regularly irrigated setups where good drainage matters. It is also a practical choice if you want to run coco without buying separate bags of coco and perlite and mixing them yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing Ecothrive Coco Lite\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePour the Coco Lite into your chosen pot or container, loosen any compressed areas and gently settle the medium by tapping the sides and base of the pot. Avoid heavily compacting the coco as maintaining air space is one of the main advantages of the 70\/30 blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive recommends using a coco-specific nutrient formulation when growing in Coco Lite. A suitable option is \u003ca href=\"\/products\/canna-coco-a-b\"\u003eCANNA Coco A+B\u003c\/a\u003e, which is formulated specifically for coco coir growing media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor growers following a CANNA nutrient programme, you can also refer to our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/canna-feed-charts\"\u003eCANNA feed chart\u003c\/a\u003e for stage-by-stage feeding guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHand watering or automatic irrigation?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive Coco Lite can be used with either method. The increased perlite content means it drains faster than a pure coco mix, so irrigation frequency should be matched to plant size, pot size, environmental conditions and how quickly the root zone is using moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor automated systems, the free-draining structure makes Coco Lite particularly suitable for top-feed drippers and other setups where plants receive regular nutrient solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEcothrive Coco Lite vs pure coco\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Ecothrive Coco Lite 70\/30 if you want more drainage and air space in the root zone. If your priority is maximum water retention or you prefer less frequent hand watering, a 100% coco medium may be more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference is mainly irrigation behaviour. The 70\/30 mix drains more freely, which gives the grower greater control when feeding little and often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe NPK Gardening Solutions take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive Coco Lite is a good choice for growers who already understand coco and want a cleaner, faster-draining medium without having to mix their own coco and perlite. The 70\/30 ratio is particularly useful for regularly irrigated pots and dripper systems, while the inclusion of Ecothrive Charge adds something you do not get from a basic coco and perlite blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are moving from straight coco, expect the 70\/30 blend to dry and drain more quickly. Match your irrigation frequency to the plants rather than treating it exactly the same as a pure coco medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Ecothrive Coco Lite 70\/30 50L if you want a ready-to-use, free-draining coco substrate with added perlite and Ecothrive Charge already mixed in.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Ecothrive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29075461996611,"sku":"0","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/3721\/products\/64b50839b80563c56c2494dd180b072a.jpg?v=1568285944"},{"product_id":"ecothrive-life-cycle","title":"Ecothrive Life-Cycle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"slideshow_container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLife-Cycle is a balanced organic nutrient mix designed to feed the soil with a diverse blend of nutrients and minerals. Life-Cycle can be mixed with depleted soil at the end of a grow, or used to boost the soil in veg and bloom as a top dressed supplement. Created for use with our Eco-Life potting soil, but can also be used with other soil or coco mixes. Made from raw dry ingredients, Life-Cycle will nourish your soil to produce naturally productive plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive and Indoor Organics - working in partnership to provide genuine organic products using high quality ingredients.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h1\"\u003eWhat's in Life-Cycle?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"usps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMealworm Frass (Ecothrive Charge)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoosting nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus, as well as providing a good dose of beneficial microbes, the addition of mealworm castings naturally charges up our soil mix. As a secondary benefit, frass contains mealworm skins and body parts, these are a good source of chitin which activates the plant immune response and elevates its defences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeem Cake\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeem is ideal for soil fertility due to being a nutrient accumulator itself, with deep reaching roots, pulling up nutrition from down below the soil surface where other plants can’t reach. Neem is rich in N,P \u0026amp; K, as well as calcium and magnesium and also has a good effect against soil pests and pathogens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGypsum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only does gypsum bring additional calcium and sulphur for improved aroma and flavour development but it also conditions the soil by improving water penetration and reducing water logging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBasalt Rock Dust\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolcanic Rock Dust or Basalt is also another source for diverse trace minerals and for it’s high silica content. Silica is essential for optimal plant health and vigour but is often lacking from soil mixes. Having a good Silica content in your soil will allow plants to grow big and strong, with thick stems and branches to support heavy yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeaweed Meal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur seaweed meal comes from the species Ascophyllum nodosum and contains a broad spectrum of minerals - over 60 trace elements that your plants need for a fully nutritional diet. Seaweed also contains valuable natural plant growth hormones including; cytokinins to help drive cell division and speed up growth, indoles for faster root development, auxins and gibberellins for assisting the mobility of essential nutrients. Probably the best overall organic soil amendment known to man!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCrustacean Meal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother multi-nutritional input, our crustacean meal is 100% Krill and offers N, P, K as well as good levels of calcium, magnesium and sulphur to really help bring out the flavour in the product. It is full of Essential Fatty Acids (Omega\/EFA’s) which are beneficial microbial foods. Most importantly, Krill meal is the most sustainable crustacean input because the harvesting of Krill from the ocean gets virtually zero bycatch and is only taken from regenerative fishing zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHumic and Fulvic Acids\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumus is the final product of decomposition, and is rich in humic and fulvic acids. Life-Cycle contains humic and fulvic acids from natural mined deposits of ancient vegetation. These key fractions are great at chelating nutrients making them easy for plants to uptake, as well as stimulating microbial activity and improving plant health and root growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h1\"\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMixing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed Eco-Life Soil - Mix 250-300g per 40-50L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew Soil or Coco Mix -\u003cbr\u003eLight fertility - 300-400g per 50L\u003cbr\u003eModerate fertility - 500-600g per 50L\u003cbr\u003eHigh fertility - 800-1000g per 50L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter mixing, allow some time for the soil mix to warm up and cool down before using. Larger volumes of soil (500+L) with a higher dose of amendment will warm up more and may need turning every 2-3 days for up to 2 weeks. When making a small batch (50L or so) with a light dose of amendment, cooking time is not always necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen making your own soil mix with Life-Cycle, we recommend using 20-30% high quality compost or worm castings\/vermicompost. This will increase biological diversity and speed up the conversion of organic ingredients into plant available nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTop Dress\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightly dust the surface of each 40-50L pot with 1-2 tablespoons (15-30ml). Water as usual after application. Repeat every 2-3 weeks. 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It can be used alongside your normal nutrient programme in soil, coco and hydroponic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe refined and filtered formulation is designed to remain soluble and stable in nutrient reservoirs, making Flourish suitable for growers who want the benefits of a seaweed extract without introducing a thick or sediment-heavy organic additive into their irrigation system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated seaweed extract:\u003c\/strong\u003e made from Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed using a low-temperature, high-pressure extraction process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural biostimulant:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides bioactive seaweed compounds rather than functioning as a conventional base nutrient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for soil, coco and hydro:\u003c\/strong\u003e the refined formulation can be incorporated into a wide range of growing systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReservoir stable:\u003c\/strong\u003e highly filtered and fully soluble for use in nutrient tanks and automatic irrigation systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoot or foliar application:\u003c\/strong\u003e can be added to irrigation water or applied as a foliar spray during appropriate growth stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable throughout the growing cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e useful during propagation, transplanting, vegetative growth and flowering or fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow application rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e use at just 0.25 to 0.5ml per litre when applied through the root zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Ecothrive Flourish?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish is an extract of Ascophyllum nodosum, a species of brown seaweed widely used in horticultural biostimulants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeaweed extracts are sometimes treated as fertilisers, but that is not really the purpose of Flourish. Its typical analysis contains no nitrogen, no phosphorus and only 0.5% potassium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstead, the main reason for using Flourish is its naturally occurring seaweed-derived bioactive compounds, including alginic acid, laminarin, fucoidan, mannitol, betaines and naturally occurring plant signalling compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphorus:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeaweed solids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 to 4% w\/v\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic matter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis low NPK analysis is why Flourish should be viewed as a biostimulant and supplement rather than a replacement for your normal base nutrient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy use a seaweed biostimulant?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe value of a concentrated seaweed extract comes primarily from its natural bioactive compounds rather than from supplying large quantities of mineral nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive developed Flourish to support plant vigour, nutrient uptake and resilience during periods when plants are under greater environmental or developmental demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it particularly useful around propagation, transplanting and periods of rapid vegetative, flowering or fruit development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Ecothrive Flourish as a root feed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive recommends applying Flourish at \u003cstrong\u003e0.25 to 0.5ml per litre of water\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used with every watering and can either be added on its own or alongside compatible nutrients and additives as part of your normal feeding programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish can be used throughout propagation, vegetative growth and the flowering or fruiting stage. Ecothrive recommends stopping root applications approximately one to two weeks before harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing Flourish during propagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish can be used from the early stages of plant development, including seed soaking, propagation cube soaking and watering young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower application rate is a sensible starting point when working with young plants. Flourish can then continue to be used when transplanting into a larger container and during subsequent growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Ecothrive Flourish as a foliar spray\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor foliar application, Ecothrive recommends:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10ml of Flourish per litre of water every 10 to 14 days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApply an even foliar spray to the plant surface during suitable growth stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish can be used as a foliar treatment during propagation and vegetative growth. For flowering plants, stop spraying once flowers have started to form. Fruiting crops can be treated later into their growing cycle where foliar application remains appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing Flourish in hydroponic systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main differences between Flourish and many traditional organic seaweed products is the degree of filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive uses a processing and filtration method designed to produce a clean, fully soluble extract that remains stable in hydroponic nutrient reservoirs for extended periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes Flourish suitable for systems where thick organic extracts or suspended solids would be undesirable, including coco irrigation systems and hydroponic nutrient reservoirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlways maintain normal reservoir hygiene and follow the requirements of your particular irrigation system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing Flourish in soil and living soil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish can also be used in conventional potting soil and biologically active living soil systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn these systems it works as a supplementary seaweed biostimulant rather than replacing products such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-soil-food-grow\"\u003eEcothrive Soil Food Grow\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-soil-food-bloom\"\u003eSoil Food Bloom\u003c\/a\u003e or the existing nutrition contained within the growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlourish is not a base nutrient\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinction is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish has an NPK analysis of approximately 0-0-0.5, so it cannot provide the complete mineral nutrition required for plant growth on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContinue using the appropriate base nutrient or living soil feeding programme for your growing system and use Flourish as a supplementary biostimulant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlourish vs Ecothrive Charge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth products support the root-zone environment, but they work in very different ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-flourish\"\u003eEcothrive Flourish:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e a liquid seaweed biostimulant that can be added to irrigation water or used as a foliar spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-charge\"\u003eEcothrive Charge:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e a mealworm-frass based solid amendment mixed into the growing medium or used as a top dress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey are therefore complementary rather than direct alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e250ml:\u003c\/strong\u003e practical for smaller gardens or growers trying Flourish for the first time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 litre:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for regular use across larger numbers of plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 litres:\u003c\/strong\u003e the more economical option for larger growing areas and regular irrigation programmes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe NPK Gardening Solutions take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlourish is useful because it gives growers the benefits of a seaweed extract without asking them to put a thick organic liquid into a hydroponic reservoir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe would not sell it as another bottle that somehow replaces proper nutrition. 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It is particularly useful when growing in smaller pots, running longer vegetative periods or reusing living soil where the nutrients originally contained in the growing medium may gradually become depleted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for vegetative growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e formulated to replenish nutrition while plants are developing roots, stems and foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic powdered top dress:\u003c\/strong\u003e applied directly to biologically active soil rather than mixed into an irrigation reservoir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoy amino hydrolysate:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides an organic source of amino acids and nitrogen for the vegetative stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains Ecothrive Charge:\u003c\/strong\u003e mealworm frass is included to help support soil biology and nutrient cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced mineral nutrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e also provides phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium and sulphur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for pots and living soil beds:\u003c\/strong\u003e application can be calculated according to the volume of active soil being fed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical nutrient analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen (N):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphorus (P2O5):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium (K2O):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSulphur:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmino acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe higher nitrogen emphasis makes Soil Food Grow the vegetative-stage product within the Soil Food range. As plants move into flowering and fruit production, Soil Food Bloom takes over with reduced nitrogen and increased phosphorus and potassium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in Ecothrive Soil Food Grow?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Food Grow combines organic and mineral ingredients chosen to provide nutrition while working within an active living soil ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoy amino hydrolysate:\u003c\/strong\u003e the key ingredient in Soil Food Grow, supplying amino acids and an organic nitrogen source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMealworm frass:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Ecothrive Charge component of the blend, used to support biological activity and nutrient cycling within the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicronised rock phosphate:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides phosphorus to support root development and general plant growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium sulphate:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides potassium and sulphur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGypsum:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides calcium and sulphur while contributing to the mineral balance of the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy use Soil Food Grow?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive Living Soil contains nutrition from the start, but that nutrient reserve is not unlimited. Fast-growing plants, smaller containers, long vegetative periods and reused soil can all increase the need for additional nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Food Grow provides a straightforward way of replenishing the growing medium without abandoning the living soil approach and switching to a conventional bottled nutrient programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of attempting to feed the plant directly with every watering, the amendment is added to the soil where biological processes help cycle nutrients through the root zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Ecothrive Soil Food Grow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor established indoor plants, Ecothrive recommends applying \u003cstrong\u003e1 to 2g of Soil Food Grow per litre of soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCalculate the application using the volume of soil contained within approximately the top 15cm of your pot or living soil bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the required amount of Soil Food Grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpread the powder evenly across the soil surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightly scratch it into the top 2 to 4cm of soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater after application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDo not bury the amendment deeply into an established root zone. Grow and Bloom are designed primarily as top-dress products, unlike Soil Food Re-Gen, which is mixed more thoroughly into depleted soil between growing cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen should you apply Soil Food Grow?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe right timing depends on plant size, container volume, length of the vegetative period and how much nutrition remains available in the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a general guide, Soil Food Grow is intended for established plants during the vegetative stage and into the transition period before flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmaller pots normally contain a smaller nutrient reserve and may therefore require replenishment sooner than large pots or living soil beds. Plant condition and the demands of your particular growing setup should always be considered rather than applying amendments purely according to a calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOutdoor application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor established plants in garden or field soil, Ecothrive recommends applying approximately \u003cstrong\u003e100 to 200g per square metre\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpread the amendment evenly across the soil, lightly work it into the top 2 to 4cm and water after application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor longer outdoor growing periods, Ecothrive recommends repeating applications approximately every 4 to 6 weeks when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSoil Food Grow vs a liquid grow nutrient\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Food Grow is intended for living soil management rather than conventional hydroponic feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA liquid mineral nutrient supplies dissolved nutrition directly through irrigation water. Soil Food Grow instead adds organic and mineral inputs back into the growing medium, where they interact with the biological processes already taking place within living soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are running a conventional coco, hydroponic or recirculating nutrient system, this is not a direct replacement for your normal base nutrient. It makes most sense when the soil itself is being managed as the nutrient reservoir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSoil Food Grow, Bloom and Re-Gen explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ecothrive Soil Food range is designed as a three-stage approach to maintaining living soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Food Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e replenishes nutrition during vegetative growth, with an emphasis on nitrogen and plant development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-soil-food-bloom\"\u003eSoil Food Bloom:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e used as plants enter flowering and fruiting, with reduced nitrogen and increased phosphorus and potassium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-soil-food-re-gen\"\u003eSoil Food Re-Gen:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e used after harvest to restore depleted living soil before the next crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe products are designed to be used sequentially rather than applying all three at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eContains animal-derived ingredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive Soil Food Grow contains mealworm frass as part of the Ecothrive Charge component. Growers specifically seeking a vegan or entirely plant-derived amendment should therefore be aware that the product contains an animal-derived input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe NPK Gardening Solutions take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Food Grow makes the most sense when your living soil needs topping back up during a longer vegetative period or when you are working with container sizes where the original nutrient reserve can be used relatively quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe would not treat it like a bottled grow nutrient that automatically needs adding every time you water. The whole point of a living soil system is that the growing medium carries much of the nutritional workload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse Soil Food Grow when the soil needs replenishment, apply it at a measured rate and keep the growing medium evenly moist so its biological activity can continue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce plants move into flowering or fruit production, switch to Soil Food Bloom rather than continuing to increase applications of Grow. After harvest, Soil Food Re-Gen completes the cycle by preparing the used soil for another crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Ecothrive Soil Food Grow if you need a straightforward organic top dress to replenish living soil during vegetative growth while maintaining a biologically active growing system.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Ecothrive","offers":[{"title":"1kg","offer_id":57132240470394,"sku":"SFGROW1","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg","offer_id":57132240503162,"sku":"SFGROW5","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/3721\/files\/Soil_Food_Grow_Group.jpg?v=1785522320"},{"product_id":"ecothrive-soil-food-bloom","title":"Ecothrive Soil Food Bloom","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-writeup\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcothrive Soil Food Bloom is an organic powdered top-dress amendment designed to replenish living soil as plants move into the flowering and fruiting stage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRather than being mixed into a nutrient tank like a conventional liquid bloom feed, Soil Food Bloom is applied directly to the surface of the growing medium. It provides additional phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium and other supporting nutrients while helping maintain the biological activity that living soil systems depend on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed particularly for growers using Ecothrive Living Soil or other biologically active organic soil systems where nutrients are gradually replenished as the plant uses them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for flowering and fruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e formulated with lower nitrogen and increased phosphorus and potassium compared with Ecothrive Soil Food Grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic powdered top dress:\u003c\/strong\u003e applied directly to the soil rather than mixed into an irrigation reservoir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports living soil biology:\u003c\/strong\u003e organic inputs help provide nutrition while supporting the microbial processes involved in nutrient cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains potassium lignosulphonate:\u003c\/strong\u003e a source of potassium and fulvic compounds used to support nutrient availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains Ecothrive Charge:\u003c\/strong\u003e mealworm frass is included as part of the blend to support biological activity in the root zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for pots and soil beds:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for established plants growing in organic soil systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical nutrient analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen (N):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphorus (P2O5):\u003c\/strong\u003e 8%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium (K2O):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSulphur:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFulvic acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis nutrient balance reflects the changing requirements of flowering and fruiting plants, with less emphasis on nitrogen-driven vegetative growth and greater provision of phosphorus and potassium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in Ecothrive Soil Food Bloom?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe formulation combines several organic and mineral inputs selected to work within a biologically active soil system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium lignosulphonate:\u003c\/strong\u003e supplies potassium together with fulvic compounds that can assist nutrient availability within the growing medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMealworm frass:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Ecothrive Charge component of the formula, used to support microbial activity and nutrient cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGypsum:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides calcium and sulphur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium sulphate:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides magnesium and additional sulphur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicronised rock phosphate:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a source of phosphorus for the flowering and fruiting stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you already use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ecothrive-charge\"\u003eEcothrive Charge\u003c\/a\u003e, Soil Food Bloom takes the same biological approach but combines mealworm frass with additional nutrition specifically selected for the reproductive stage of plant growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Ecothrive Soil Food Bloom\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor established indoor plants, Ecothrive recommends using \u003cstrong\u003e1 to 2g per litre of soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Calculate the dose using the volume of soil contained within approximately the top 15cm of the pot or bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the required amount of Soil Food Bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpread it evenly across the surface of the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightly scratch the powder into the top 2 to 4cm of growing medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater the soil after application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor plants in approximately 40 to 60 litre containers, Ecothrive recommends applying Soil Food Bloom during the early flowering or fruiting stage once flowers have started to form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome longer-running plants may benefit from another application 2 to 3 weeks later. Ecothrive advises against applying further top dressings during the final 4 to 5 weeks before harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOutdoor application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor established plants in garden soil, Ecothrive recommends applying approximately \u003cstrong\u003e100 to 200g per square metre\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpread the amendment over the soil surface, lightly work it into the top 2 to 4cm and water after application. For longer outdoor growing periods, applications can be repeated approximately every 4 to 6 weeks according to plant requirements and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy use a top-dress instead of a liquid bloom feed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLiving soil is managed differently from a conventional hydroponic or bottled nutrient programme. Instead of trying to supply every nutrient directly through the irrigation water, the aim is to maintain a fertile growing medium and allow soil biology to continually process organic inputs into plant-available nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Food Bloom is designed around that approach. You add nutrition back to the soil as the plant begins using more phosphorus and potassium, rather than replacing the living soil system with a conventional liquid feeding programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen should you use Soil Food Bloom?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse Soil Food Bloom when established plants begin producing flowers or fruit and the nutritional demand on the soil increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow quickly additional nutrition is required depends on factors including container size, plant size, how long the plant has been growing and whether the soil has previously been reused. Smaller volumes of soil generally have less nutrient reserve than large containers and beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSoil Food Grow, Bloom and Re-Gen explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ecothrive Soil Food range is intended to be used as a staged living soil management system rather than three products applied together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Food Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e replenishes nutrition during vegetative growth, with greater emphasis on nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Food Bloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e used as plants transition into flowering and fruiting, with increased phosphorus and potassium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Food Re-Gen:\u003c\/strong\u003e used between growing cycles to replenish and prepare depleted soil for reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe NPK Gardening Solutions take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive Soil Food Bloom makes most sense for growers who want to maintain a living soil system rather than move onto bottled mineral nutrients once plants start flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe important thing is not to treat it like a conventional PK booster. 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It is used between growing cycles as part of the soil preparation process, replacing nutrition that has been removed by the previous crop and helping maintain the biological and mineral balance of reusable living soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly useful for growers using Ecothrive Living Soil, large soil beds or reusable organic growing media where throwing the substrate away after every crop would defeat one of the main advantages of a living soil system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for soil reuse:\u003c\/strong\u003e used after harvest to replenish depleted living soil before planting the next crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium and long-release nutrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides nutrients and minerals intended to remain available as the next growing cycle develops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOlivine-based mineral support:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a gradual source of magnesium and silicon within the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains bone meal:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides slow-release nitrogen and phosphorus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains Ecothrive Charge:\u003c\/strong\u003e mealworm frass helps support the biological activity of the growing medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains micronised rock phosphate:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps replenish phosphorus reserves within reused soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for pots and beds:\u003c\/strong\u003e application can be adjusted according to the volume and condition of the soil being reused.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical nutrient analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen (N):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphorus (P2O5):\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium (K2O):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSulphur:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRe-Gen is designed to replace a broad range of nutrients rather than simply increasing one element. This makes sense when preparing used living soil, where the goal is to rebuild the nutrient reserve for the next growing cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in Ecothrive Soil Food Re-Gen?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive combines organic and mineral inputs chosen specifically for restoring previously used living soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOlivine:\u003c\/strong\u003e a magnesium iron silicate that gradually releases magnesium and silicon as it breaks down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBone meal:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a slower-release source of nitrogen and phosphorus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMealworm frass:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Ecothrive Charge component of the formulation, included to support microbial activity and nutrient cycling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicronised rock phosphate:\u003c\/strong\u003e replenishes phosphorus within the soil for future plant growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe slower-release nature of these ingredients is important. Re-Gen is preparing the soil for another complete growing cycle rather than supplying a short-term nutrient boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Ecothrive Soil Food Re-Gen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive recommends mixing Soil Food Re-Gen into depleted soil after harvesting and before planting the next crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor indoor growing, use approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2 to 4g of Re-Gen per litre of soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2g per litre:\u003c\/strong\u003e use when plants showed only minimal fading or nutrient depletion toward the end of the previous cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4g per litre:\u003c\/strong\u003e use when the previous crop noticeably depleted the soil, such as where most large leaves had yellowed before harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLarge pots and living soil beds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor larger containers and beds, calculate the application rate using approximately the top 20 to 25cm of soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlend the measured amount of Re-Gen thoroughly into this upper layer so the amendment is distributed through the active root zone rather than left concentrated on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSmaller pots\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor pots up to approximately 25 litres, Ecothrive recommends emptying the soil and mixing the required quantity of Re-Gen thoroughly through the growing medium before returning it to the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter mixing, water the soil and allow it to remain evenly moist so the biological processes within the growing medium can continue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOutdoor application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor depleted garden or field soil, Ecothrive recommends applying approximately \u003cstrong\u003e400 to 600g per square metre\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWork the amendment into approximately the top 20 to 25cm of soil and water after application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy reuse living soil?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA properly managed living soil is designed to be reused rather than treated as a disposable growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants remove nutrients from the soil during each crop. At the same time, the physical structure and established biological community within a mature soil can remain valuable. Re-amending allows the grower to replace what has been consumed while retaining the established growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRe-Gen is designed specifically for this job. Instead of replacing the entire substrate, you replenish the used soil and prepare it for another cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSoil Food Grow, Bloom and Re-Gen explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe three Ecothrive Soil Food products have different jobs and are intended to be used sequentially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Food Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e replenishes nutrition during vegetative growth, with greater emphasis on nitrogen and plant development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Food Bloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports the flowering and fruiting stage with increased phosphorus and potassium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Food Re-Gen:\u003c\/strong\u003e restores depleted soil after harvest and prepares it for reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRe-Gen effectively closes the loop. Once the previous crop has finished, the soil is re-amended before the next crop begins. Soil Food Grow can then be used later in the next cycle if additional vegetative nutrition is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRe-Gen is not the same as a normal top dress\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an important distinction when choosing between the Soil Food products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrow and Bloom are generally applied to the surface of established soil and lightly worked into the upper few centimetres. Re-Gen is intended to be blended more thoroughly into depleted soil between crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are trying to feed an actively growing plant, Grow or Bloom is normally the relevant product. If the crop has finished and you want to prepare the used soil for another run, Re-Gen is the product designed for that job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eContains animal-derived ingredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEcothrive Soil Food Re-Gen contains both bone meal and mealworm frass. Growers specifically looking for a plant-based or vegan soil amendment should therefore be aware that Re-Gen contains animal-derived inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe NPK Gardening Solutions take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRe-Gen is probably the easiest product in the Soil Food range to misunderstand. It is not another additive that needs to be applied throughout the crop. Its job is to make reusing living soil practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have invested in a large pot or living soil bed, replacing the entire volume after every crop makes little sense. Re-Gen gives you a measured way of putting nutrients and minerals back into the soil while retaining the established growing medium and its biological activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2 to 4g per litre range also gives experienced growers some control over how aggressively they re-amend. 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