Sterilisation vs colonisation

[Vitaminthc]

This popped up recently, a chlorine dioxide based nutrient sterilizer, apparently safe and non toxic, I would prefer colonising the system with beneficials of many types

What do you guys reckon?

 

[alltatup]

Grapefruit seed extract does the same thing for hydroponic reservoirs. It's been used for ponds and suchlike to kill algae, etc. I also stick with the bennies unless there's a problem that has to be killed. ;-}

 

[Toker1]

No bennies = bland tasting hydro buds IMO. I alsways vote for colonization. I am into flavor profile which is more pronounced when I add bennies.

 

[LurkingInTheGrass]

bennies = beneficials?

asking for a friend

 

[Toker1]

Yes, exactly. I meant bennies = beneficial bacteria.

 

[LurkingInTheGrass]

TY for confirmation

I too am down with the bennies

after building a perfect habitat for bacteria - should populate it with the right kinds

Typically sterilize the gear before and after use.
Occasionally, I get all CDO and really clean the buckets at res change (as opposed to just a good wipe down) depending on sediment levels

 

[alltatup]

LurkingInTheGrass Your friend must have thought we meant benzedrine, but this forum is totally against getting Cannabis plants hooked on speed. This is a drug-free pot place.