Fade - Athena

The Role of Fade in Flower Maturation

As plants enter the final weeks of flowering, the need for nitrogen decreases significantly. Excessive nitrogen can slow maturation, leading to delayed ripening and impacting the final yield and quality. Fade addresses this by delivering a nitrogen-free formula that promotes flower maturation, ensuring your crops finish strong without the complications of nutrient overload.

Designed for use in the last three weeks of the flowering cycle, Fade ensures that your plants receive the calcium and microelements necessary for optimal health and development. These immobile nutrients play a crucial role in supporting the ripening of buds and improving overall flower structure, potency, and appearance.

Key Benefits of Using Fade

• Nitrogen-Free Formula: Explicitly formulated to eliminate nitrogen during the critical ripening stage, preventing nitrogen toxicity and promoting proper flower maturation.
• Rich in Calcium and Microelements: Supplies essential immobile nutrients like calcium and trace elements, which are critical for plant health during the final stages of flowering.
• Boosts Cannabinoid and Terpene Production: When used with Pro Bloom, Fade significantly enhances cannabinoid and terpene production, contributing to more potent and flavorful flowers.
• Minimizes Risk of Deficiencies: The careful balance of nutrients in Fade reduces the risk of nutrient deficiencies or bud rot during the finishing phase.

Application and Usage Guidelines

For best results, apply Fade as a finishing flush during the last three weeks of the flowering phase, substituting it for Pro Core to ensure the proper balance of nutrients without excess nitrogen. The recommended application rate is 10-16 mL per gallon of water, depending on your crop needs.

• Dilution Rate: Fade uses the same liquid dilution rate as Pro Core (2 lbs per gallon concentrate), making it easy to integrate into your existing nutrient regimen.
• Compatibility: Fade is designed to work seamlessly alongside Pro Bloom, boosting the nutrient profile while reducing nitrogen levels to promote optimal ripening.

Best Practices for Using Fade

To ensure the effectiveness of Fade, it’s essential to follow a few best practices during application:

1. Shake thoroughly before use to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
2. Use clean measuring instruments to avoid contamination. Never introduce foreign objects into the bottle.
3. Monitor EC levels regularly to ensure nutrients are appropriate for your crop and growth stage.
4. Adjust pH levels after mixing all fertilizers and additives to ensure proper nutrient absorption.
5. Avoid combining undiluted nutrients. Always mix in water before adding other products.
6. Store properly in its original packaging at temperatures between 45°F and 85°F for optimal product integrity.

Why Fade?

For growers looking to maximize flower quality and ensure optimal crop maturation, Fade by Athena Vista Hydroponics is an essential tool. Its nitrogen-free formula ensures proper flower ripening, while its nutrient-rich composition promotes stronger, healthier buds with improved cannabinoid and terpene profiles. 

With Fade, you can confidently support your plants through the critical finishing phase without the risk of nutrient imbalances or delayed ripening.

Fade is a specialized finishing flush designed to supply your plants with essential immobile nutrients—such as calcium and microelements—critical for their well-being during the crucial ripening stage.

Excessive nitrogen can impede flower maturation, emphasizing the importance of reducing or eliminating nitrogen towards the end of the flowering cycle to promote crop ripening and improve flower quality.

Through thorough testing, we've confirmed that integrating Fade with Pro Bloom during the final three weeks of flowering significantly enhances total cannabinoid and terpene production without heightening the risk of deficiencies or bud rot.

Best Practices:

• Ensure thorough shaking before use.
• Use clean measuring instruments; avoid introducing foreign objects into the bottle.
• Regularly monitor EC levels and adjust based on crop and growth stage.
• After mixing all fertilizers and additives, adjust pH to appropriate levels.
• Avoid combining in undiluted form.
• Store sealed in its original packaging at temperatures between 45°F and 85°F.