Benefits of Silica
- Stronger and thicker branches
- A plant more resistant to heat (up to 40° C/104 °F)
- A plant more resistant to drought
- A plant more resistant to stress caused by high concentrations of salts in the substrate (high EC)
- Increases plant sap pressure for better and more equal mineralization of nutrients, minimizing the risk of plant deficiencies
- Strengthens cell-walls making it very hard for pests and fungi to penetrate and get a grip on the plant
- A plant with a higher brix-level and lower nitrate content
- Sturdier fruits with a higher nutritional value and a longer shelf-life
- More dry weight
- A bigger yield
- A more compact Plant with shorter internodes
HOW MUCH TIME DOES YOUR CROP HAVE?
SAND: WITHIN YEARS
CALCIUM-SILICATE: WITHIN MONTHS
POTASSIUM-SILICATE: WITHIN WEEKS
OLIGOMERIC/COLLOIDAL SILICIC ACID: WITHIN DAYS
MONOSILICIC ACID: WITHIN HOURS
| SILICUM SOURCE | CONTENT SI | FROM | AVAILABLE | ORIGIN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sand | 80% | SiO2 | years | Natural |
| Calcium-silicate | 40% | SiO2 | months | Mining |
| Potassium-silicate | 20% | SiO2 | weeks | Industrial |
| Oligomeric/colloidal silicic acid | 1-2% | Si(OH)X | days | Synthetical |
| Monosilicic acid | 1-2% | Si(OH)x | hours | Pharma/Food grade |
WHY RAPID Si?
Improves Bio Availability Of Nutrients
- RAPID Si+ reinforcement, increased strength
- Increase (a)bioAc stress resistance (stem borers, sucking insects, fungal infections, drought, harmful radiation)
- Detox of heavy metals
- Improves uptake, absorption and utilization of nutrients
- Higher protein and gluten content
Rapid Si+ Dilution Rate
| SIZE | ML PER SIZE | FOLIAR APPLICATION RATE | GALLONS OF FEED | ROOT DRENCH APPLICATION RATE | GALLONS OF FEED |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Liters | 5,000 | 0.2 - 0.3 mls | 25,000 - 16,667 ml | 0.3-0.4 mls | 16,667 - 12,500 ml |
| 10 Liters | 10,000 | 0.2 - 0.3 mls | 50,000 - 33,334 ml | 0.3-0.4 mls | 33,333 - 25,000 ml |
| 20 Liters | 20,000 | 0.2 - 0.3 mls | 75,000 - 50,001 ml | 0.3-0.4 mls | 66,667 - 75,000 ml |
- RAPID Si+ reinforcement, increased strength
- Increase (a)bioAc stress resistance (stem borers, sucking insects, fungal infections, drought, harmful radiation)
- Detox of heavy metals
- Improves uptake, absorption and utilization of nutrients
- Higher protein and gluten content
Importance of bio available silicon supplementation
RAPID Si+ contains a high concentration of stabilized silicic acid. Silicic acid is the only plant available form of silicon. Once assimilated by plants, silicic acid is transported through the xylem to the cells of stems, foliage, and fruits. Then it is stored in cell membranes, creating a mechanical barrier strengthening cell walls and increasing crop’s natural defense mechanisms.
Silicic acid also has a measurable affect on nutrient uptake and utilization so many crops see increased Brix, nutritional value, and overall improved health.
Silicon reduces stress and improves
plant growth in 3 unique ways:
- Silicon acts as a physical/mechanical barrier in cell walls
- Silicon acts as a modulator of metabolic defense reactions to stress situations
- Silicon improves absorption of micro nutrients in plants
RAPID Si Effect on Crops
Adding RAPID Si+ to your Fertilization program helps decrease the negative impact of Abiotic and Biotic Stress to your Plants. RAPID Si+ contains a high concentration of Stabilized Mono Silicic Acid. Once RAPID Si+ is assimilated by plants it is transported through the Xylem to the cells of the stems, foliage, and Fruit. Then it is stored in the cell membranes creating a mechanical barrier, strengthening cell walls and increasing the Plant’s natural defense mechanisms. RAPID Si+ also enhances the uptake of Calcium and improves the utilization of your nutrients so many crops increase Brix, nutrition value, and overall improved Health.
