Microbe Life Photosynthesis Plus, 5 gal

Photosynthesis-Supporting Microbial Culture Consortium, 5gal

Growing media that starts out biologically empty, such as fresh coco coir or sterile rockwool, doesn't carry the microbial population a living soil already has, which can leave nutrient cycling and root-zone activity slower to establish. Microbe Life Photosynthesis Plus is a culture consortium of stable microorganisms formulated to support the plant's conversion of carbon dioxide into usable carbon, working at both the foliar level and the root zone.

This 5gal size is intended for commercial-scale use.

Key Features & Benefits

• Stable Microorganism Consortium — formulated to support carbon dioxide conversion into usable plant carbon.
• Foliar & Root Zone Activity — drives plant biology at both the foliar level and the root zone.
• Establishes Biology in Any Media — formulated to establish plant-supporting organisms even in media that starts out without them.
• Compatible with Existing Nutrient Programs — designed to be used alongside a base feeding program rather than replace it.

Who Should Use Photosynthesis Plus

Growers who want a microbial culture consortium to support photosynthesis and root-zone biology alongside their existing nutrient program.

About Photosynthesis Plus

Ecological Laboratories, founded in 1976 and based in Cape Coral, Florida, develops MICROBE-LIFT microbial formulations; Microbe Life Hydroponics is the company's brand extension into gardening and hydroponic markets. Photosynthesis Plus is the company's general-use culture consortium product, with state-specific formulations available where required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Photosynthesis Plus contain?

It contains a culture consortium of stable microorganisms formulated to support plant biology at both the foliar level and the root zone. That consortium is designed to establish itself even in growing media that starts out without any biological activity.

How does it support plant growth?

It's formulated to support the conversion of carbon dioxide into usable carbon, working at both the foliar level and the root zone. That dual point of activity is what distinguishes a foliar-and-root product from a root-drench-only inoculant.

Can it be used with my existing nutrients?

Yes, it's designed to be used alongside an existing nutrient and fertilizer program rather than replace it. Adding it to a feeding schedule doesn't require reformulating the base nutrients already in use.

How is Photosynthesis Plus different from Plus-C and Plus-O?

Plus-C and Plus-O are formulated to meet California and Oregon regulatory requirements, while Photosynthesis Plus is the general-use version of the same culture consortium line. All three share the same foliar-and-root-zone approach, just formulated for different regulatory markets.

Which size should I choose?

The 1qt size suits home growers treating a smaller number of plants, 1gal and 2.5gal fit mid-size operations, and the 5gal size is intended for commercial-scale use. Application rate and how many plants are on a regular schedule are the main things to weigh when sizing up.