Life Cycle of Fert Mix in Water

[OlderStoner]

I made up a gallon of nute water about 10 days ago using Fox Farms Grow Big and Big Bloom. I hardly used any of the nutes but apparently I put too much into the gallon container and I had to water it down. Now, here I am 10 almost 11 days later and I still have about 1/2 gallon of that mix still sitting in the container. Is it still viable to use as fertilizer or should I toss it and mix up a fresh batch?

 

[TanR]

Great Question OS. I've done the same thing and wondered about this as well. I'll watch for someone that can answer for both of us.

 

[Fuzzy Duck]

Organic based nutrients normally go off with in a few to several days... you may notice a foul smell, scum on top of surface of water etc if so just tip it away.

More than likely you can keep organic nutrients longer if aerated & stored in a cool place tho.

How ever chemical, synthetic, mineral salt based nutrients will last for a while & best to keep aerated & check PH before applying.

 

[Cultivator]

depends on nutes u are using. i generally stick to 7 day rule. organics differ to synthetics. as fuzzy said. with good aeration they will last longer. if it doesnt smell bad or have gunk in it should be fine but i would recommend fresh nutes every 7 days.

 

[OlderStoner]

Thanks for the replies everyone. I'll take the advice.