Seaweed stimulant - Orchid Board

Mainwaring · #1 03-06-2016, 02:48 PM

I have a problem ordering from Amazon where I live. So I wonder if Plantworks Empathy All Purpose Seaweed stimulant have the same effect as KelpMax?

desertanimal · #2 03-06-2016, 11:49 PM

I can't answer your question directly, but I have found that hydroponics stores I've frequented have had some sort of alternative kelp extract that has worked well for me. Good luck!

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bil · #3 03-07-2016, 06:46 AM

Kelpmax is a cold pressed extract, and not all seaweed tonics are. Some are cooked out I'm told, and aren't so good.

Ray · #4 03-07-2016, 07:17 AM

KelpMax is produced by bursting the plants' cells in a vacuum. Even cold pressing has been shown to degrade some of the chemicals.

Where are you located?

bil · #5 03-07-2016, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Ray

KelpMax is produced by bursting the plants' cells in a vacuum. Even cold pressing has been shown to degrade some of the chemicals.

Where are you located?

Vaccuum extracted? I had no idea.

I assumed it was cold pressed like the best quality olive oil.

Mainwaring · #6 03-07-2016, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ray

KelpMax is produced by bursting the plants' cells in a vacuum. Even cold pressing has been shown to degrade some of the chemicals.

Where are you located?

I'm located in Sweden

silken · #7 03-07-2016, 09:40 AM

I've used a few different seaweed products and all of them have had positive effects on root development. Go for a small amount and give it a try. I doubt it will hurt the plants.