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It is widely believed that to grow the best end product possible, it is necessary to use harmful chemicals and invest thousands in a superior setup. In this trial using Rootinn, the opposite is the case. 100% natural fertilizers, carefully formulated to match the specific needs of macro and micronutrients at every stage of cannabis growth, ensure optimal bioavailability through their colloidal size of 3 micrometers. Lockouts and deficiencies are no longer a problem, making it possible to produce a superior end product, even in a basic setup at home.
While advanced setups can facilitate climate control and optimize plant health, this trial demonstrates the capabilities of achieving excellent results with basic equipment. Using a simple LED light, ventilation, exhaust ventilation, and living soil, significant improvements were observed.
The major elements of the trial include the performance of Rootinn in conjunction with earthworms, curing deficiencies, the vegetative phase, and the flowering phase.
Rootinn demonstrates outstanding compatibility with ecologically sustainable mediums, such as living soil with earthworms as macro-organisms. The fertilizers are remarkably well-tolerated by compost worms, even those with sensitive skin. Many living soil growers rely on watering with plain water to avoid harming the microbiome. However, the application of Rootinn’s rock dust fertilizers not only preserves microbiological balance but also enhances it. Unlike common fertilizers, worms thrive with Rootinn products, often heavily feasting on them or using the enriched soil as a breeding ground. Products used during this trial included Fe20, Mg12, AquaSave, CaMgS, AminoTreat, Boron, and PowerFlour.
It was observed that worms immediately gathered around the applied rock dust during waterings, and their reproduction rates significantly accelerated. Additionally, they appeared more robust against diseases and protein toxicity. Other materials incorporated during the trial included sand, cardboard, and compost tea with malted barley, which enhanced gibberellic acid, glycerins, enzymes, bacteria, yeast, and other fungi.
Rootinn not only ensures optimal plant health but also acts as a superfood for the microbiome, accelerating the digestion process in both microorganisms and worms. This, in turn, boosts overall soil, root, and plant health. Worms ingest rock dust as an integral part of their nutrition, converting the soil into vermicompost. This process creates a rich substrate ideal for root growth and leads to increased root mass and root exudates, further supporting microbiological activity in living soil.
The high sulfur content in Rootinn products also provides natural pest management, creating a self-sustaining, eco-friendly system.
At the beginning of the growth cycle, an unplanned delay of over three weeks resulted in several cuttings showing signs of starvation. Despite this setback, Rootinn fertilizers were applied to assess their effectiveness in addressing nutrient deficiencies.
The response of the plants was remarkable. Within just a few days, the leaves regained their green color, and the plants began producing significant new growth. The rapid recovery highlighted the efficiency of Rootinn in correcting deficiencies.
The observed timeframe for recovery was exceptionally short. The progress between initial application and subsequent stages of recovery (as seen in pictures 2, 3, and 4) occurred within only eight days.
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The vegetative phase lasted three weeks in this trial. The first week was dedicated to curing deficiencies, primarily addressing iron deficiency as described above. The following two weeks focused on thinning out the plants and training them into scrog nets.
By week 2, plant growth accelerated significantly. The shoots were exceptionally healthy, showing no signs of red-stemming, hollow-stemming, or any other plant health issues. Remarkably, previously red stems returned to a green color. By week 3, after only two weeks of applying Rootinn, the plants exhibited optimal health and astonishing growth rates.
The improvement was evident in the time between thinning the plants (shown in picture 1) and the day before flowering (picture 2), which was less than two weeks.
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In the first week following the light switch, the plants underwent lollipopping and defoliation, with all shoots carefully placed into their designated scrog net spots. Due to the three-week vegetative phase being slightly extended, the plants stretched significantly during weeks 2-3, nearly reaching the lights. To address this, a second scrog net was introduced to manage the growth effectively. The internodal spacing was smaller compared to previous cycles, with stalks appearing thicker and juicier. This resulted in larger, well-formed buds, characterized by bright, dense pistils, indicating optimal fertility and plant health. A second round of defoliation was performed on day 21.
Some red-stemming was observed from week 3 onward, particularly in fan leaves, which is often linked to LED lighting. A new product, PCaS, could have been utilized to address phosphorus and calcium depletion caused by LEDs, but it was not available during this trial.
At this stage, foliar spraying was discontinued, though the revised schedule now recommends continuing sprays until weeks 4-5. Compost tea sprays were halted as buds formed, but Rootinn products, being 100% natural rock dusts, can be applied up to 3-4 weeks before harvest.
During the first bulking phase, the plants reached their metabolic peak, producing new calyxes and significantly increasing bud size. Unlike previous cycles, plants treated with Rootinn began producing a substantial amount of trichomes early in their life cycle. This enhanced the production of secondary plant compounds, including terpenes, which became noticeable. By day 35, a second and final defoliation was performed to maximize bud exposure. A second carbon filter was also installed due to the intense aroma.
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During the second bulking phase, bud swelling and resin production reached their peak. The buds formed were dense, large, and heavily covered in resin. Compost teas were discontinued at this stage, and the application of PowerFlour was reduced to allow the plants to fade naturally. In the final weeks, only Mg12 was used in irrigation. Rainwater was utilized exclusively, with calcium added in each watering to maintain balance.
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This trial demonstrated exceptional results. Both the quality and quantity of the harvest were significantly improved. The superior bioavailability of Rootinn’s products ensured optimal plant health, eliminating the risk of nutrient lockouts. Additionally, water consumption was reduced by an impressive 50%, making Rootinn an ideal choice for both large-scale agricultural operations and small-scale home growers.
