{"product_id":"botanicare-cal-mag-plus-2-0-0","title":"Botanicare Cal-Mag Plus 2-0-0 Calcium Supplement","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanicare Cal-Mag Plus 2-0-0\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concentrated calcium, magnesium, and iron supplement formulated to help prevent or correct common secondary nutrient deficiencies. Its balanced mineral profile supports strong cell development, efficient nutrient uptake, healthy foliage, and vigorous plant growth throughout the entire crop cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCal-Mag Plus is especially useful when growing in \u003cstrong\u003ecoco coir\u003c\/strong\u003e, using \u003cstrong\u003ereverse osmosis water\u003c\/strong\u003e, or working with water and growing media that contain low levels of calcium and magnesium. It can be combined with nearly any base nutrient program in hydroponics, soil, soilless mixes, and container gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Growers Use Cal-Mag Plus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrects common deficiencies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplies readily available calcium, magnesium, and iron to help address nutrient shortages.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports stronger plant structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcium contributes to healthy cell development and sturdy stems, leaves, flowers, and fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePromotes healthy green growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnesium and iron support chlorophyll production, photosynthesis, and normal plant metabolism.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for coco coir:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps compensate for coco’s tendency to retain calcium and magnesium.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for RO water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces essential minerals removed during reverse osmosis filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps prevent crop disorders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports the prevention of blossom end rot in tomatoes and peppers and tip burn in lettuce when these problems are caused by calcium deficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with most nutrient programs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for use throughout vegetative growth, flowering, and fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Nitrogen (N):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0%\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium (Ca):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.2%\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium (Mg):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2%\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron (Fe):\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1%\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Botanicare Cal-Mag Plus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake well before every use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard root-zone application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix 1 teaspoon (5 mL) per gallon of water.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use with every watering as needed, particularly with reverse osmosis water or coco coir.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliar application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix 10–15 mL per gallon of water.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add Cal-Mag Plus to water, mix thoroughly, and then add the remaining components of your nutrient program one at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e After all nutrients and supplements are mixed, check and adjust the solution to the target required by your crop, growing medium, and nutrient program. Botanicare’s current product directions specify a final pH of 6.2–7.0.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor foliar use, test the diluted solution on a small area first. Apply during the cooler portion of the light cycle and avoid spraying plants under intense light or excessive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoco coir and coco-based growing media\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReverse osmosis and low-mineral water\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHydroponic and soilless growing systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoil and container gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTomatoes, peppers, lettuce, flowering plants, and other heavy-feeding crops\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Growing Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYellowing leaves, spotting, curled growth, or blossom end rot can have several causes, including incorrect pH, root-zone stress, overwatering, or nutrient imbalance. Confirm your water quality, root-zone pH, and feeding strength before increasing the application rate. 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