Frequently asked questions

• What is Upgrade by Atami NRG?

  It is a 100% organic base fertiliser in solid form, in a 600 gram pack, enriched with bacteria of the Bacillus genus. Those bacteria release phosphorus from the substrate and colonise the root mass so the plant can take it up without any risk of overfeeding. Its NPK is 6-3-4, slow release.

• What dose should I use?

  For young plants, mix 1-2 g per litre of substrate; for mature plants, 3 to 6 g per litre. As a surface top dressing, apply 2-4 g every 15-20 days, raking the surface beforehand. After each application, mix it in well and water with good-quality water.

• Which substrates does it work best in?

  It is ideal for growing in coco and in peat mixes, both indoors and outdoors. It performs especially well in media rich in microorganisms. In those media the Bacillus bacteria find the environment they need to do their work.

• At which stage of the grow is it used?

  It is recommended above all during the growth stage. Its slow release supports the plant throughout that period without nutrition spikes. The plants then flower while keeping the aroma and flavour typical of the variety.

• Can I overfeed with this product?

  Its NPK 6-3-4 is slow release precisely to avoid the risk of over-fertilisation. On top of that, the bacteria colonise the root mass and make uptake efficient and safe. Even so, it is wise to stick to the stated doses according to the age of the plant.

• What do the Bacillus bacteria in Upgrade contribute?

  They naturally release the phosphorus that is already in the substrate but that the roots cannot make use of. By colonising the root mass, uptake becomes more efficient. That is the difference between an ordinary solid fertiliser and one with microbial life.