Cutting Edge Solutions Micro, 270 gal

Cutting Edge Solutions Micro — 3-Part Base Foundation, 270 gal

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 270 gallons.

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 is highly concentrated and must always be the first CES component added to the reservoir — before Grow, Bloom, or any other nutrient in the program. Add Micro to fresh water and mix thoroughly before introducing any other nutrients. Follow the CES usage guide for the correct ratio of Micro to Grow or Bloom at each phase of the grow cycle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CES Micro?

CES Micro is the foundational component of the Cutting Edge Solutions 3-part base nutrient system. It provides nitrogen and calcium alongside a comprehensive micronutrient blend and is used throughout the entire grow cycle — both in the vegetative and flowering phases.

Why does CES Micro need to be added to the reservoir first?

CES Micro is highly concentrated, and adding other concentrated nutrients to the reservoir before diluting Micro can cause the nutrients to interact at high concentration, potentially causing precipitation or lockout. Always add Micro to fresh water first and mix thoroughly before introducing any other components.

Is CES Micro used in both vegetative and bloom phases?

Yes — CES Micro is the one component of the CES 3-part system that is used throughout the entire grow cycle. It is paired with CES Grow during the vegetative phase and with CES Bloom during the flowering phase.

What micronutrients does CES Micro contain?

CES Micro delivers iron, manganese, zinc, boron, copper, and molybdenum as part of its comprehensive micronutrient blend, alongside the primary nitrogen and calcium base.

Can CES Micro be used alone without CES Grow and CES Bloom?

CES Micro is not a complete standalone nutrient — it is designed to work as the foundational component of the CES 3-part system in combination with CES Grow during vegetative growth and CES Bloom during flowering. Using Micro alone would not provide all of the nutrients needed for a complete feeding program.