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Description: Nitrogen Supplement for Optimal C:N:P Ratio
Background: True aquatic plants, as well as submersed marsh plants, share in common many things, among them the approximate ratio of carbon to nitrogen to phosphorus (C:N:P, or Redfield-Richards Ratio). In conditions of optimal light, temperature, adequate available carbon and micronutrient concentrations, maintaining a N:P ratio of 10 to 20:1(10 to 20 nitrogen atoms per 1 phosphorus atom) keeps plant growth steady; all other things being equal, greatly reducing this N:P ratio (particularly by having an overabundance of phosphate with all other nutrients present) may encourage algae growth. As a well-maintained planted aquarium ages and the concentration of exuded phenolic compounds increases, the likelihood for clean higher plant growth increases. Maintaining the recommended N:P ratio is simply a way to help achieve greater plant growth while maintaining a cleaner system. In heavily planted aquariums, particularly those with intense lighting and CO2 supplementation (10-15 mg/L), it is often necessary to supplement nitrogen, as well as many other nutrients, in order to facilitate steady plant growth. Kent Botanica Nitro+ provides nitrogen that is readily available to plants. Because there are many modes of entry for nitrogen into an aquarium, this product should be used in conjunction with a test kit. After testing, add Botanica Nitro+ to achieve the desired nitrogen concentration (see Instructions above). Hobbyists are encouraged to observe the effects of these products after initial dosing and make adjustments to the dosing amount as required. Botanica Nitro+ is formulated to be used with other Kent Botanica products to provide all of the nutrient needs for aquatic plants.
Instructions: Novice: Add 1 to 5 ml per 10 gallons (40 L) aquarium capacity, 1 to 3 times per week, depending on the quantity of plants (9 drops equals 1 ml, a capful on 8 or 16 oz. bottle equals 5 ml). After observing the effect of this product over a period of 2-3 weeks, adjust dosage accordingly. Advanced: Each 1 ml of this solution contains 10 mg of nitrogen or 44.2 mg of nitrate; after determining the nitrogen concentration in your system, add this product daily to slowly reach a concentration between 1 to 2.25 mg/L nitrogen (5 to 10 mg/L nitrate) for best plant growth.
Sources of Nutrients: Sodium Nitrate
Guaranteed Analysis: Total Nitrogen (N) 1.00%
Precautions: Not for human consumption. Keep out of reach of children!
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