{"product_id":"cyco-platinum-series-silica-environmental-stress-additive-australia","title":"CYCO Platinum Series Silica | Environmental Stress Additive Australia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"quick-answer-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"quick-answer-title\"\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"quick-answer-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilica additive that improves tolerance to environmental stress and supports growth rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed throughout vegetative and flowering stages alongside your base nutrient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Australia to pharmaceutical grade standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips fast from within Australia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCYCO Silica\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCYCO Silica is a Platinum Series additive formulated to give plants greater tolerance to environmental stress and support an improved growth rate. Silica strengthens cell walls, helping plants handle heat, humidity swings, and other stress factors more effectively through the entire grow cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Stress Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds resilience to heat, humidity swings, and other environmental stress factors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Growth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports stronger, more consistent growth across the vegetative and flowering stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructural Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contributes to sturdier stems and stronger cell walls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow and When to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd CYCO Silica to your reservoir before other additives, as silica can affect the stability of other nutrients if added afterward. Use consistently throughout the vegetative and flowering stages as part of your regular feeding schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liquid additive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydroponics, coco coir, and soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Alongside:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any CYCO Platinum Series or Commercial Series base nutrient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing Order:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add Silica to your reservoir first, before other additives or base nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20L Commercial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCYCO Silica is a pharmaceutical grade, Australian made additive for growers who want stronger, more stress-resistant plants through the entire grow cycle.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen do I add CYCO Silica to my reservoir?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd Silica to your reservoir first, before any other additives or base nutrients. Silica can cause other nutrients to become unstable if added after them, so always dose it into fresh water before anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the shelf life of CYCO Silica?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnopened, CYCO Silica has a shelf life of 2 years when stored in a cool, dark location out of direct sunlight. Once opened, use within 12 months. Shake or stir well before each use as some formulations can settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use CYCO Silica in soil as well as hydroponics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. CYCO Silica is suitable for hydroponic, coco, and soil applications. Follow the recommended dose on the label and adjust based on plant response, particularly in soil where nutrients are buffered by the growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use CYCO Silica with other nutrient brands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, CYCO Silica can be used alongside base nutrients from other brands. As with any silica additive, always add it first to your reservoir before other nutrients to avoid stability issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes CYCO Silica ship fast within Australia?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, CYCO Silica ships from within Australia with fast tracked delivery Australia-wide. Most east coast orders arrive within 2 to 5 business days. WA, NT, and TAS orders typically arrive within 5 to 12 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CYCO","offers":[{"title":"1L","offer_id":43766869917759,"sku":"CYCO-SILICA-1L","price":44.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L","offer_id":43820328615999,"sku":"CYCO-SILICA-5L","price":159.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20L","offer_id":43820328648767,"sku":"CYCO-SILICA-20L","price":429.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/6898\/8479\/files\/cycosilca.jpg?v=1787568868","url":"https:\/\/apexgrow.com.au\/products\/cyco-platinum-series-silica-environmental-stress-additive-australia","provider":"Apex Grow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}