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Botanicare Pure Blend Tea Quart
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Tea (formerly Pure Blend Original Grow and Bloom) combines the key elements of both Pure Blend Original Grow and Bloom into one highly effective formula. Pure Blend Tea is enhanced and fortified with a premium blend of ultra-soluble humates, organic plant acids, trace minerals, vitamins, and select amino acids. Pure Blend Tea redefines what a complete organic plant booster can be.
Botanicare Pure Blend Tea Gallon
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Tea (formerly Pure Blend Original Grow and Bloom) combines the key elements of both Pure Blend Original Grow and Bloom into one highly effective formula. Pure Blend Tea is enhanced and fortified with a premium blend of ultra-soluble humates, organic plant acids, trace minerals, vitamins, and select amino acids. Pure Blend Tea redefines what a complete organic plant booster can be.
Botanicare Pure Blend Tea 2.5 Gallon
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Tea (formerly Pure Blend Original Grow and Bloom) combines the key elements of both Pure Blend Original Grow and Bloom into one highly effective formula. Pure Blend Tea is enhanced and fortified with a premium blend of ultra-soluble humates, organic plant acids, trace minerals, vitamins, and select amino acids. Pure Blend Tea redefines what a complete organic plant booster can be.
Botanicare Pure Blend Tea 5 Gallon
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Tea (formerly Pure Blend Original Grow and Bloom) combines the key elements of both Pure Blend Original Grow and Bloom into one highly effective formula. Pure Blend Tea is enhanced and fortified with a premium blend of ultra-soluble humates, organic plant acids, trace minerals, vitamins, and select amino acids. Pure Blend Tea redefines what a complete organic plant booster can be.
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Pro Grow Formula 3-2-4
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Pro is a premium, one-part natural and organic-based plant food. Pure Blend Pro is a healthy environment-friendly alternative to commercial chemical fertilizers. Use Grow during the vegetative growth stage.
Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Grow (1 L / 1 qt)
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Pro is a premium, one-part natural and organic-based plant food. Pure Blend Pro is a healthy environment-friendly alternative to commercial chemical fertilizers. Use Grow during the vegetative growth stage.
Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Grow (20 L / 5 gal)
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Pro is a premium, one-part natural and organic-based plant food. Pure Blend Pro is a healthy environment-friendly alternative to commercial chemical fertilizers. Use Grow during the vegetative growth stage.
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Pro Bloom Formula 2 - 3 - 5
- Pure Blend Pro is a premium, one-part plant food.
- It is natural and organic-based.
- Serves as an environmentally friendly alternative to chemical fertilizers.
- Recommended for use during the fruiting and flowering stage.
Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Bloom Quart
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Pro is a premium, one-part natural and organic-based plant food. Pure Blend Pro is a healthy environment-friendly alternative to commercial chemical fertilizers. Use Bloom during the fruiting and flowering stage.
Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Bloom 2.5 Gallon
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Pro is a premium, one-part natural and organic-based plant food. Pure Blend Pro is a healthy environment-friendly alternative to commercial chemical fertilizers. Use Bloom during the fruiting and flowering stage.
Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Bloom 5 Gallon
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Pro is a premium, one-part natural and organic-based plant food. Pure Blend Pro is a healthy environment-friendly alternative to commercial chemical fertilizers. Use Bloom during the fruiting and flowering stage.
Botanicare® Pure Blend® Pro Soil 1-4-5
Designed specifically to be used in soil container gardens. When cultivating fruiting and flowering plants in soil, growers usually need to double or triple phosphorus levels, unlike hydroponics, thus making the 1-4-5 formula ideal for soil applications.
Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Soil Quart
Designed specifically to be used in soil container gardens. When cultivating fruiting and flowering plants in soil, growers usually need to double or triple phosphorus levels, unlike hydroponics, thus making the 1-4-5 formula ideal for soil applications.
Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Bloom Soil (4 L / 1 gal)
Designed specifically to be used in soil container gardens. When cultivating fruiting and flowering plants in soil, growers usually need to double or triple phosphorus levels, unlike hydroponics, thus making the 1-4-5 formula ideal for soil applications.
Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Bloom Soil (10 L / 2.5 gal)
Designed specifically to be used in soil container gardens. When cultivating fruiting and flowering plants in soil, growers usually need to double or triple phosphorus levels, unlike hydroponics, thus making the 1-4-5 formula ideal for soil applications.
Botanicare Pure Blend Pro Bloom Soil (20 L / 5 gal)
Designed specifically to be used in soil container gardens. When cultivating fruiting and flowering plants in soil, growers usually need to double or triple phosphorus levels, unlike hydroponics, thus making the 1-4-5 formula ideal for soil applications.
Botanicare® CNS17™ Grow 3-1-2
Botanicare® CNS17® Grow is extremely concentrated, cost-effective, and produces premium results. It contains all 17 essential elements, making CNS17 Grow an ideal food source for plants to thrive throughout the vegetative growth phase. Optimal ratios of nitrogen and phosphorus promote increased root development, decreased internode spacing, and sturdy stalks and branches to support bigger, healthier plants. It also combines high levels of calcium with sulfates and phosphates to guarantee a balanced spectrum of plant nutrients.
Botanicare CNS17 Grow 2.5 Gallon
Botanicare® CNS17® Grow is extremely concentrated, cost-effective, and produces premium results. It contains all 17 essential elements, making CNS17 Grow an ideal food source for plants to thrive throughout the vegetative growth phase. Optimal ratios of nitrogen and phosphorus promote increased root development, decreased internode spacing, and sturdy stalks and branches to support bigger, healthier plants. It also combines high levels of calcium with sulfates and phosphates to guarantee a balanced spectrum of plant nutrients.
Botanicare CNS17 Grow 5 Gallon
Botanicare® CNS17® Grow is extremely concentrated, cost-effective, and produces premium results. It contains all 17 essential elements, making CNS17 Grow an ideal food source for plants to thrive throughout the vegetative growth phase. Optimal ratios of nitrogen and phosphorus promote increased root development, decreased internode spacing, and sturdy stalks and branches to support bigger, healthier plants. It also combines high levels of calcium with sulfates and phosphates to guarantee a balanced spectrum of plant nutrients.
Botanicare® CNS17™ Bloom 2-2-3
Botanicare® CNS17® Bloom is extremely concentrated, cost-effective, and produces premium results. The NPK ratio in CNS17 Bloom was designed to provide specific critical elements to support heavily fruiting and flowering crops, which allows phosphorus and potassium levels to be maximized without leading to toxicity or nutrient burn. CNS17 Bloom formula also combines optimal levels of calcium, sulfates, and trace minerals to guarantee a complete and balanced spectrum of plant nutrients throughout the entire bloom phase.
Botanicare CNS17 Bloom Quart
Botanicare® CNS17® Bloom is extremely concentrated, cost-effective, and produces premium results. The NPK ratio in CNS17 Bloom was designed to provide specific critical elements to support heavily fruiting and flowering crops, which allows phosphorus and potassium levels to be maximized without leading to toxicity or nutrient burn. CNS17 Bloom formula also combines optimal levels of calcium, sulfates, and trace minerals to guarantee a complete and balanced spectrum of plant nutrients throughout the entire bloom phase.
Botanicare CNS17 Bloom Gallon
Botanicare® CNS17® Bloom is extremely concentrated, cost-effective, and produces premium results. The NPK ratio in CNS17 Bloom was designed to provide specific critical elements to support heavily fruiting and flowering crops, which allows phosphorus and potassium levels to be maximized without leading to toxicity or nutrient burn. CNS17 Bloom formula also combines optimal levels of calcium, sulfates, and trace minerals to guarantee a complete and balanced spectrum of plant nutrients throughout the entire bloom phase.
Botanicare® Rhizo Blast™ 1.15-0.5-1.15
Rhizo Blast® is a proprietary formula that contains a blend of nutrients that helps root growth. Rhizo Blast® can be used with all grow mediums and is beneficial in hydroponic, soil and coco coir gardens.
Botanicare Rhizo Blast (120 ml / 4 oz)
Rhizo Blast® is a proprietary formula that contains a blend of nutrients that helps root growth. Rhizo Blast can be used with all grow mediums and is beneficial in hydroponic, soil and coco coir gardens.
Botanicare Rhizo Blast (275 ml / 9.68 oz)
Rhizo Blast® is a proprietary formula that contains a blend of nutrients that helps root growth. Rhizo Blast can be used with all grow mediums and is beneficial in hydroponic, soil and coco coir gardens.
Botanicare Rhizo Blast (500 ml / 16.9 oz)
Rhizo Blast® is a proprietary formula that contains a blend of nutrients that helps root growth. Rhizo Blast can be used with all grow mediums and is beneficial in hydroponic, soil and coco coir gardens.
Botanicare Rhizo Blast (1 L / 33.8 oz)
Rhizo Blast® is a proprietary formula that contains a blend of nutrients that helps root growth. Rhizo Blast can be used with all grow mediums and is beneficial in hydroponic, soil and coco coir gardens.
Botanicare Rhizo Blast (4 L / 1 gal)
Rhizo Blast® is a proprietary formula that contains a blend of nutrients that helps root growth. Rhizo Blast can be used with all grow mediums and is beneficial in hydroponic, soil and coco coir gardens.
Botanicare® Cal-Mag® Plus 2-0-0
Botanicare® Cal-Mag™ Plus is a highly fortified calcium, magnesium and iron plant supplement formulated to correct common deficiencies. Supplementing your preferred nutrient program with Cal-Mag Plus is strongly recommended when using reverse osmosis water and when growing in coco coir-based medias to compensate for natural calcium draw. Cal-Mag Plus can also be applied as a foliar spray to further enhance growth.
Botanicare Cal-Mag Plus Quart
Botanicare® Cal-Mag™ Plus is a highly fortified calcium, magnesium and iron plant supplement formulated to correct common deficiencies. Supplementing your preferred nutrient program with Cal-Mag Plus is strongly recommended when using reverse osmosis water and when growing in coco coir-based medias to compensate for natural calcium draw. Cal-Mag Plus can also be applied as a foliar spray to further enhance growth.
Botanicare Cal-Mag Plus Gallon
Botanicare® Cal-Mag™ Plus is a highly fortified calcium, magnesium and iron plant supplement formulated to correct common deficiencies. Supplementing your preferred nutrient program with Cal-Mag Plus is strongly recommended when using reverse osmosis water and when growing in coco coir-based medias to compensate for natural calcium draw. Cal-Mag Plus can also be applied as a foliar spray to further enhance growth.
Botanicare Cal-Mag Plus 2.5 Gallon
Botanicare® Cal-Mag™ Plus is a highly fortified calcium, magnesium and iron plant supplement formulated to correct common deficiencies. Supplementing your preferred nutrient program with Cal-Mag Plus is strongly recommended when using reverse osmosis water and when growing in coco coir-based medias to compensate for natural calcium draw. Cal-Mag Plus can also be applied as a foliar spray to further enhance growth.
Botanicare Cal-Mag Plus 5 Gallon
Botanicare® Cal-Mag™ Plus is a highly fortified calcium, magnesium and iron plant supplement formulated to correct common deficiencies. Supplementing your preferred nutrient program with Cal-Mag Plus is strongly recommended when using reverse osmosis water and when growing in coco coir-based medias to compensate for natural calcium draw. Cal-Mag Plus can also be applied as a foliar spray to further enhance growth.
Botanicare® Vitamino® 0.1-0-0
Botanicare® developed Vitamino® to preserve balanced plant growth and optimal plant health in accelerated growth environments. Vitamino uses high-impact supplements including select vitamins and all 20 essential amino acids to act either directly or as cofactors for enzymes that trigger biochemical pathways commonly used in plant tissue culture and lead to synthesis of essential macro molecules. Vitamino can be used at any time with any regimen throughout the grow and bloom stages.
Botanicare Vitamino Quart
Botanicare® developed Vitamino® to preserve balanced plant growth and optimal plant health in accelerated growth environments. Vitamino uses high-impact supplements including select vitamins and all 20 essential amino acids to act either directly or as cofactors for enzymes that trigger biochemical pathways commonly used in plant tissue culture and lead to synthesis of essential macro molecules. Vitamino can be used at any time with any regimen throughout the grow and bloom stages.
Botanicare Vitamino (4 L / 1 gal)
Botanicare® developed Vitamino® to preserve balanced plant growth and optimal plant health in accelerated growth environments. Vitamino uses high-impact supplements including select vitamins and all 20 essential amino acids to act either directly or as cofactors for enzymes that trigger biochemical pathways commonly used in plant tissue culture and lead to synthesis of essential macro molecules. Vitamino can be used at any time with any regimen throughout the grow and bloom stages.
Botanicare Vitamino 2.5 Gallon
Botanicare® developed Vitamino® to preserve balanced plant growth and optimal plant health in accelerated growth environments. Vitamino uses high-impact supplements including select vitamins and all 20 essential amino acids to act either directly or as cofactors for enzymes that trigger biochemical pathways commonly used in plant tissue culture and lead to synthesis of essential macro molecules. Vitamino can be used at any time with any regimen throughout the grow and bloom stages.
Botanicare Vitamino 5 Gallon
Botanicare® developed Vitamino® to preserve balanced plant growth and optimal plant health in accelerated growth environments. Vitamino uses high-impact supplements including select vitamins and all 20 essential amino acids to act either directly or as cofactors for enzymes that trigger biochemical pathways commonly used in plant tissue culture and lead to synthesis of essential macro molecules. Vitamino can be used at any time with any regimen throughout the grow and bloom stages.
Botanicare® Liquid Karma® 0.1-0.1-0.5
When used in combination with your preferred plant food, Liquid Karma® may enhance the nutritional environment allowing for optimal plant uptake. This dynamic plant food is one of the most versatile products in our line. Liquid Karma supports vegetative growth during the early stages of plant life. Its low nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium content allows it to be used for plant starts, cuttings, seedlings and mother plants. Liquid Karma may enhance the nutritional environment, aiding with root development and nutrient uptake which allows for vibrant foliage, fruit and bud sites.
Botanicare Liquid Karma Gallon
When used in combination with your preferred plant food, Liquid Karma® may enhance the nutritional environment allowing for optimal plant uptake. This dynamic plant food is one of the most versatile products in our line. Liquid Karma supports vegetative growth during the early stages of plant life. Its low nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium content allows it to be used for plant starts, cuttings, seedlings and mother plants. Liquid Karma may enhance the nutritional environment, aiding with root development and nutrient uptake which allows for vibrant foliage, fruit and bud sites.
Botanicare® Sweet® Berry
Botanicare® Sweet® Berry is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Berry Quart
Botanicare® Sweet® Berry is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Berry Gallon
Botanicare® Sweet® Berry is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Berry 2.5 Gallon
Botanicare® Sweet® Berry is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Berry 5 Gallon
Botanicare® Sweet® Berry is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare® Sweet® Citrus
Botanicare® Sweet® Citrus is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Citrus Quart
Botanicare® Sweet® Citrus is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Citrus (4 L / 1 gal)
Botanicare® Sweet® Citrus is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Citrus (10 L / 2.5 gal)
Botanicare® Sweet® Citrus is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Citrus (20 L / 5 gal)
Botanicare® Sweet® Citrus is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare® Sweet® Grape
Botanicare® Sweet® Grape is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Grape Quart
Botanicare® Sweet® Grape is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Grape Gallon
Botanicare® Sweet® Grape is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Grape 2.5 Gallon
Botanicare® Sweet® Grape is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Grape 5 Gallon
Botanicare® Sweet® Grape is scientifically formulated for the biosynthesis of crucial compounds to maintain optimal metabolism and contains select carbohydrates for amplified energy, increased sugar/brix content and plant biomass, esters, and bio-polyphenolic compounds for increased flavors, aromas, and fatty oil synthesis. Crucial secondary trace elements enhance photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare® Sweet® Raw
Botanicare® Sweet® Raw is a flavorless, all-natural mineral supplement that meets the metabolic demands of your plants throughout their life cycle. All Sweet flavors are scientifically formulated with carbohydrates, organic acids, vitamins, and amino acids. Sweet helps pants maintain an optimum metabolism and proper balance between photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Carbo Raw Quart
Botanicare® Sweet® Raw is a flavorless, all-natural mineral supplement that meets the metabolic demands of your plants throughout their life cycle. All Sweet flavors are scientifically formulated with carbohydrates, organic acids, vitamins, and amino acids. Sweet helps pants maintain an optimum metabolism and proper balance between photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Raw (4 L / 1 gal)
Botanicare® Sweet® Raw is a flavorless, all-natural mineral supplement that meets the metabolic demands of your plants throughout their life cycle. All Sweet flavors are scientifically formulated with carbohydrates, organic acids, vitamins, and amino acids. Sweet helps pants maintain an optimum metabolism and proper balance between photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Raw (10 L / 2.5 gal)
Botanicare® Sweet® Raw is a flavorless, all-natural mineral supplement that meets the metabolic demands of your plants throughout their life cycle. All Sweet flavors are scientifically formulated with carbohydrates, organic acids, vitamins, and amino acids. Sweet helps pants maintain an optimum metabolism and proper balance between photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare Sweet Carbo Raw 5 Gallon
Botanicare® Sweet® Raw is a flavorless, all-natural mineral supplement that meets the metabolic demands of your plants throughout their life cycle. All Sweet flavors are scientifically formulated with carbohydrates, organic acids, vitamins, and amino acids. Sweet helps pants maintain an optimum metabolism and proper balance between photosynthesis and respiration.
Botanicare® Hydroplex® Bloom 0-10-6
Botanicare® Hydroplex® Bloom Enhancer creates larger fruits and flowers and surpasses that standard by both increasing plants’ resistance to external stresses and amplifying natural enzyme, chlorophyll, and essential oil production.
Botanicare Hydroplex Bloom Quart
Botanicare® Hydroplex® Bloom Enhancer creates larger fruits and flowers and surpasses that standard by both increasing plants’ resistance to external stresses and amplifying natural enzyme, chlorophyll, and essential oil production.
Botanicare Hydroplex Bloom Gallon
Botanicare® Hydroplex® Bloom Enhancer creates larger fruits and flowers and surpasses that standard by both increasing plants’ resistance to external stresses and amplifying natural enzyme, chlorophyll, and essential oil production.
Botanicare Hydroplex Bloom 2.5 Gallon
Botanicare® Hydroplex® Bloom Enhancer creates larger fruits and flowers and surpasses that standard by both increasing plants’ resistance to external stresses and amplifying natural enzyme, chlorophyll, and essential oil production.
Botanicare Hydroplex Bloom 5 Gallon
Botanicare® Hydroplex® Bloom Enhancer creates larger fruits and flowers and surpasses that standard by both increasing plants’ resistance to external stresses and amplifying natural enzyme, chlorophyll, and essential oil production.
Botanicare CNS17 Ripe Quart
Botanicare® CNS17® Ripe is a highly concentrated, economical nutrient that produces premium results for both commercial and small-scale growers. CNS17 Ripe was developed to maximize crop potential and quality during the final growth phase in fruiting and flowering plants. Replacing CNS17 Bloom with CNS17 Ripe for the final two weeks before harvest decreases nitrogen to a minimum level white maintaining phosphorus and potassium within ideal ranges. This specialty formula promotes ripening along with increased flower size, density and essential oil production.
Botanicare® Clearex® Salt Leaching Solution
Botanicare® Clearex® is designed for the periodic rinsing and removal of excess salt buildup.
Botanicare Clearex Quart
Clearex® is designed for the periodic rinsing and removal of excess salt buildup.