Cutting Edge Solutions Micro, 1 qt

Cutting Edge Solutions Micro — 3-Part Base Foundation, 1 qt

A well-constructed nutrient program begins with a reliable base. The CES 3-part system separates its macro and micronutrient delivery across three bottles — Micro, Grow, and Bloom — giving growers precise control over the nutrient profile at each stage of the plant's life cycle. At the center of this system is Micro: the foundational component that is used throughout the entire grow cycle regardless of whether the plant is in vegetative or flowering phase.

CES Micro is a nitrogen and calcium base nutrient fortified with micronutrients, designed for use throughout the entire growth cycle. It is mixed with CES Grow during the vegetative stage and with CES Bloom during the flowering stage. Because Micro is highly concentrated, it must always be diluted and added to the reservoir FIRST, before any other CES components are introduced — failure to do so may cause nutrient lockout in the reservoir. Available in one quart.

Key Features & Benefits

• Nitrogen and calcium base — provides nitrogen for growth and calcium for cell wall integrity as the foundational macronutrient base of the CES 3-part system.
• Fortified with micronutrients — comprehensive micronutrient blend delivers iron, manganese, zinc, boron, copper, and molybdenum alongside the nitrogen-calcium base.
• Used throughout the entire grow cycle — unlike Grow and Bloom, which are phased in and out, Micro stays in the nutrient formula from early vegetative through the end of flower.
• Highly concentrated — add FIRST — highly concentrated formula must be diluted and added to the reservoir FIRST before any other CES components; adding other nutrients before Micro can cause lockout.
• Foundation of the CES 3-part system — used in conjunction with CES Grow (veg phase) and CES Bloom (flower phase) as the constant baseline component of the complete nutrient program.

Who Should Use CES Micro

Hydroponic and indoor growers using the CES 3-part base nutrient system who need the foundational nitrogen-calcium-micronutrient component that carries through from first vegetative watering to the end of flowering.

Mixing Protocol: Micro FIRST

CES Micro must always be added to the reservoir FIRST and diluted before adding any other nutrient or additive. Adding other nutrients, especially calcium-containing products, to the reservoir before diluting Micro can create reactions that cause nutrient precipitation and lockout. Follow the CES usage guide for correct ratios of Micro to Grow and Micro to Bloom at each stage of growth. Fill the reservoir with fresh water, add Micro and mix thoroughly, then add remaining CES components in the order specified by the usage guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CES Micro?

CES Micro is the foundational nitrogen and calcium base nutrient of the Cutting Edge Solutions 3-part system, fortified with micronutrients. It is used throughout the entire growth cycle — vegetative and flowering — as the constant base component of the nutrient program.

Why must Micro be added to the reservoir first?

CES Micro is highly concentrated and must be diluted in the reservoir before any other nutrients are added. Adding other components before diluting Micro can cause nutrient reactions, precipitation, and lockout in the reservoir. Always add and mix Micro first, then add remaining components in the order specified by the CES usage guide.

Do I stop using Micro when I switch to bloom?

No — unlike CES Grow, which is completely omitted during the bloom phase, CES Micro is used throughout the entire growth cycle regardless of whether the plant is in vegetative or flowering stage. When you switch to bloom, you replace CES Grow with CES Bloom but continue using Micro.

Is CES Micro suitable for soil as well as hydroponics?

CES Micro is formulated for use in hydroponic systems. Refer to the CES usage guides for guidance on using CES nutrients in soil or other growing media, where dilution rates and feeding frequency may differ from hydroponic recommendations.

What micronutrients does CES Micro provide?

CES Micro is fortified with micronutrients to provide a complete base formula alongside the nitrogen-calcium primary base. Consult the product label or CES technical documentation for the specific micronutrient profile and concentrations.