RDWC - don't want root rot ! Can I just use DNF Sparkle or should I make Tea?

Compatak

Compatak

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Hello, I'm new to this Hydro thing and was woundering if anyone here might be able to tell me how to get rid of dead roots left over from cutting out a male plant. I've herd that Hydrogen Peroxide is a cheap way to do this but if it works, how much do I add. How long to leave it in the tank or should I do a water change right away. Or is there something else that is safer or better.
 
Compatak

Compatak

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Do you know of any places in the US that sell DNF hydro sparkle? The only places I can find are all out of Canada.
 
Darkjasper

Darkjasper

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^^^Whoa

Not a "pro" just some info on my grow and what i've experienced with rdwc.

I don't use soups in my rdwc setup, personally.The only time I saw root rot appear was when my clones did not have airstones, as soon as I put some in it cleared up and have been good since. Don't over think it and just watch your plant when your growing, it will tell you what you need to know. My advice, just add plenty of oxygen and go from there. If you start seeing it develop after that point go for the added soups and mixes.
 
legallyflying

legallyflying

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Let me know how it works. I seem to remember reading at some time that is actually just a chlorine derivative. I have thought about going the chlorine route (bleach) but you need a chlorine meter to do it properly. Bleach, like h2o2 works by loosing an oxygen atom so it dissipates as it kills bacteria.
 
Compatak

Compatak

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legallyflying said:
Let me know how it works. I seem to remember reading at some time that is actually just a chlorine derivative. I have thought about going the chlorine route (bleach) but you need a chlorine meter to do it properly. Bleach, like h2o2 works by loosing an oxygen atom so it dissipates as it kills bacteria.
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legallyflying - Thanks, I got the hydro fungicide today and added it to my tank right away. I did add Hydrogen Peroxide about a week ago and the leafs on one of my plants are wilting or curling from tip to stem but still a nice green color so I don't really think that's caused from the peroxide (H2O2). but too, I'm new to this hydro grow. I'll let ya know how this works out, Thanks again...
 
legallyflying

legallyflying

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Cool. I would not mix the two together. Dual oxidizing agents typically don't play we'll together.

Your root tips can turn brown if you damage them. Not always, but many times.
 
Compatak

Compatak

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legallyflying said:
Compatak.
You can buy it via eBay under the name hydro fungicide
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LegallyFlying - I wanted to let ya know that the hydro fungicide you turned me on to works great. And no I did a water change before I added it. Water and roots look great in just a few days... Thanks very much...
 
Compatak

Compatak

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Manofculture said:
Hydro Sparkle FORMERLY HYDROFUNGICIDE, SAME GREAT PRODUCT, NEW NAME The product of the 21st Century
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Hey Manofculture - I was looking for Hydro Sparkle and leagllyflying told me what you had said above. I got the HYDROFUNGICIDE on e-bay and it's working real well.
Just wanted to say thanks for the tip.
 
legallyflying

legallyflying

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Good to hear. I might check it out. When mature my plants don't have any problems. I have has issues in the past when they are young and I get lazy about adding tea. Problem being, I'm going to spend this summer playing and traveling ...not messing with my plants!!
 
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deepwaterHydro

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I was having a few problems with root rot in my dwc grow last run, using all Dutch master gold nutrients and a chiller at 17 degrees. This grow ive added a ozone generator and a venturi fish tank skimmer and the results couldnt be better!'Ozonated water might be a good solution to h2o2. If you want pics ill throw some up.
 
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Jrosek

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Any updates on the hydro fungicide? is it still working out for you?
The guy on ebay does not have any sales nor does he respond to emails..
Anyone know where else to get it in the states?
 
Compatak

Compatak

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Jrosek said:
Any updates on the hydro fungicide? is it still working out for you?
The guy on ebay does not have any sales nor does he respond to emails..
Anyone know where else to get it in the states?
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Yes It's working well. All the roots and the water still looking good.
I emailed the store where I got the Hydro Fungicide and asked them when they expect to be getting more. As soon as they get back to me I'll re-post. There right here in Melbourne FL so if they don't get right back to me I'll call. By the sound of it there's a good chance this is the same place but I'll do my best for ya.
 
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