O16 Stabilised Oxygen | Root Health & Disease Control

O16 is a stabilised oxygen delivery solution engineered to maintain consistent, bioavailable oxygen levels in the root zone and on plant surfaces. It increases dissolved oxygen, suppresses anaerobic pathogens, and optimises plant performance at a cellular level — without harsh chemistry, synthetic inputs, or harmful residues.

In any growing system, dissolved oxygen (DO) directly controls root health, nutrient uptake, and disease resistance. When oxygen is limited, root respiration slows, nutrient uptake becomes inefficient, and anaerobic pathogens like Pythium proliferate. O16 addresses this at the source.

How It Works

• Stabilised Oxygen Delivery — Produced via electrochemical activation, O16 forms a neutral anolyte solution rich in dissolved O₂, allowing oxygen to remain stable and bioavailable longer than standard aeration alone. Result: sustained oxygen availability where roots need it most.
• Root Respiration & ATP Production — Oxygen is essential for aerobic respiration, which produces ATP — the energy currency driving nutrient uptake, root growth, and cellular repair. Optimised DO levels mean faster growth and stronger, more active root systems.
• Pathogen Suppression — An oxygen-rich environment inhibits root rot (Pythium), fungal pathogens, and anaerobic bacteria. O16 reduces disease risk without harsh chemical treatments or biological disruption.
• Foliar Disease Control — When applied as a foliar spray, O16 disrupts fungal growth including powdery mildew and bud rot, and improves overall plant surface hygiene.

Clean Input Credentials

O16 is designed for growers who want maximum performance without harsh or synthetic inputs.

• Non-toxic when used as directed
• Residue-free — breaks down into water and oxygen
• Contains no synthetic inputs
• Safe for beneficial microbes and root-zone biology
• Leaves no harmful buildup in your system or final harvest

Key Benefits

• Increases dissolved oxygen levels in the root zone for improved respiration
• Suppresses root rot, Pythium, and anaerobic pathogens
• Enhances nutrient uptake efficiency and plant vigour
• Controls powdery mildew and bud rot via foliar application
• Synthetic PGR-free, non-toxic, and residue-free — safe for clean-input programs
• Safe for beneficial microbes and root-zone biology

Problems This Solves

• Root rot and Pythium outbreaks in recirculating hydroponic systems
• Low dissolved oxygen levels causing slow or stressed plant growth
• Powdery mildew and bud rot in high-humidity environments
• Inefficient nutrient uptake despite correct feeding
• Anaerobic conditions developing in reservoirs and root zones

What You'll Notice

• Whiter, more active root systems with improved oxygen availability
• Faster nutrient uptake and improved plant response
• Reduced incidence of root disease and pathogen pressure
• Improved plant vigour, growth rate, and yield potential
• Cleaner system with less anaerobic buildup between reservoir changes

How to Use

Apply to the root zone via nutrient solution or as a foliar spray depending on your target outcome. Use regularly in warm conditions where oxygen depletion is more likely.

• Root Zone Application: Add to nutrient solution for oxygenation and root health maintenance
• Foliar Spray: Apply directly to leaves to control powdery mildew and prevent bud rot
• Suitable Systems: Hydroponics, coco coir, and soil

Use consistently in warm or high-humidity environments where dissolved oxygen drops and anaerobic pressure increases.

Perfect For

• Hydroponic growers running DWC, NFT, or aeroponics
• Growers battling root rot, low dissolved oxygen, or Pythium pressure
• Indoor environments with high humidity and elevated disease risk
  
• Anyone wanting maximum root efficiency, plant health, and disease resistance

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add O16 Stabilised Oxygen to my feeding program?

Add O16 Stabilised Oxygen to your nutrient solution after mixing your base nutrient. Always add additives to water rather than directly to concentrated nutrient solutions. Stir well after each addition and check EC and pH before use. Start at the lower end of the recommended dose range and increase progressively — additives are potent and more is not always better.

Is O16 Stabilised Oxygen compatible with organic and mineral nutrient programs?

O16 Stabilised Oxygen is compatible with most hydroponic nutrient programs including both mineral and organic-based systems. If running a fully organic or biological program, check the formulation — some mineral additives can inhibit beneficial microbial populations. When in doubt, contact us at hello@apexgrow.com.au for compatibility advice specific to your setup.

Can I use O16 Stabilised Oxygen in soil, coco, and hydro?

Yes — O16 Stabilised Oxygen is suitable for use across all growing mediums including soil, coco coir, perlite, rockwool, and all recirculating and run-to-waste hydroponic systems. Dose rates may vary slightly between growing systems — always follow the manufacturer's feeding chart for your specific medium.

Does O16 Stabilised Oxygen ship fast within Australia?

Yes — O16 Stabilised Oxygen ships from our Australian warehouse with fast tracked delivery Australia-wide. Most east coast orders arrive within 2–5 business days. WA, NT, and TAS orders typically arrive within 5–12 business days.