{"product_id":"veg-bloom-vbx-clean","title":"Veg+Bloom VBX Clean Powdered Base Nutrient","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Clear-Running Base Feed for Compact, Vigorous Veg\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVeg+Bloom VBX (Clean)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mineral base nutrient formulated to run \u003cstrong\u003ecrystal clear in tanks and lines\u003c\/strong\u003e while delivering a full veg feed. Vegetative growth sets the foundation for the whole cycle, and VBX gives plants a balanced mineral profile with \u003cstrong\u003ecalcium, magnesium and essential trace elements\u003c\/strong\u003e included, so there is nothing extra to buy for the veg stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean mineral formula\u003c\/strong\u003e that stays clear in tanks and pipework to prevent blockages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced NPK for veg\u003c\/strong\u003e, promoting dense foliage, short internodes and strong structural growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent EC behaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e – easy to mix, stable in solution and predictable feed to feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-residue formula\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps drippers and emitters running smoothly over long veg periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete base nutrient\u003c\/strong\u003e including calcium, magnesium and trace elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with soft, hard and RO water\u003c\/strong\u003e when dosed correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlocked Drippers and Uneven Veg Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlenty of nutrients leave residue in tanks and emitters, especially at higher EC. One blocked dripper means one pot under-fed, and you end up with a bench of plants at three different sizes going into flower – slow growth on some, excessive stretch on others. A clear-running formula keeps the delivery side reliable so every plant gets the same feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFill your tank\u003c\/strong\u003e with clean water – soft, hard or RO all work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd VBX\u003c\/strong\u003e and mix thoroughly until fully dissolved, adjusting the dose to hit your target EC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e aim for \u003cstrong\u003e5.8 - 6.2\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRooted clones and seedlings:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e0.6 - 1.0 EC\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly veg:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e1.0 - 1.4 EC\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMid to late veg:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e1.4 - 1.8 EC\u003c\/strong\u003e, strain dependent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e feed from rooted cuttings or seedlings right up to the day you switch to bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hcs-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powdered mineral base nutrient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetative growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.8 - 6.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEC, clones and seedlings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 - 1.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEC, early veg:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0 - 1.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEC, mid to late veg:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 - 1.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, hard and RO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcium, magnesium and essential trace elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand watering, dripper and recirculating hydro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Veg+Bloom","offers":[{"title":"450g (1lb)","offer_id":53445684494602,"sku":null,"price":30.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.27kg (5lb)","offer_id":53445684527370,"sku":null,"price":131.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"11.34kg (25lb)","offer_id":53445684560138,"sku":null,"price":534.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"45.36kg (100lb)","offer_id":53445684592906,"sku":null,"price":1939.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7127\/5786\/files\/VBXCLEAN.jpg?v=1785289601","url":"https:\/\/hydrocropshop.co.uk\/products\/veg-bloom-vbx-clean","provider":"Hydro Crop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}