Learn how to mix Cronk Nutrients’ 3-Part Base System. See the correct ratios, pH targets, and Week 3 feed chart example for strong, healthy plant growth.

<h2 id="-summary">&#x1F331; Summary</h2><p><span style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">Cronk Nutrients&#x2019;&#xA0;</span><strong data-start="1037" data-end="1059" style=" text-decoration: none;">3-Part Base System</strong><span style=" text-decoration: none;">&#xA0;&#x2014; made up of&#xA0;</span><strong data-start="1073" data-end="1099" style=" text-decoration: none;">Micro, Grow, and Bloom</strong><span style=" text-decoration: none;">&#xA0;&#x2014; gives your plants everything they need at every stage.</span><br data-start="1156" data-end="1159" style=" text-decoration: none;"><span style=" text-decoration: none;">In this guide, you&#x2019;ll learn the exact mixing order, pH targets, and a&#xA0;</span><strong data-start="1229" data-end="1282" style=" text-decoration: none;">Week 3 example from the official Cronk Feed Chart</strong><span style=" text-decoration: none;">&#xA0;to keep your garden thriving.</span></p><p><br></p><h2 id="-video-guide-how-to-mix-the-3-part-base">&#x1F3A5; Video Guide: How to Mix the 3-Part Base</h2><p><span contenteditable="false" draggable="true" class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-rv fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable"><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pNuC9w49M-8?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br></p><p><strong data-start="1577" data-end="1587" style=" text-decoration: none;">Watch:</strong><span style=" text-decoration: none;">&#xA0;See how to correctly mix Micro, Grow, and Bloom using the Cronk 3-Part Base system.</span></p><p><span style=" text-decoration: none;"><span style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">&#x1F449;&#xA0;</span><a data-start="1678" data-end="1733" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://youtu.be/pNuC9w49M-8">Watch on YouTube &#x2192;</a></span></p><h2 id="the-core-components-micro-grow-and-bloom">The Core Components: Micro, Grow, and Bloom</h2><h3 id="micro--the-foundation">Micro &#x2014; The Foundation</h3><p data-start="1958" data-end="2144" style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">Micro provides essential trace minerals and stabilizes your nutrient mix.<br data-start="2040" data-end="2043">It supports strong plant structure and helps regulate nutrient uptake across every stage of growth.</p><h3 data-start="2146" data-end="2190" style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted"><strong data-start="2150" data-end="2188">Grow &#x2014; Power for Vegetative Growth</strong></h3><p data-start="2191" data-end="2354" style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">Grow fuels lush, vigorous leaves and stems during the vegetative phase.<br data-start="2271" data-end="2274">It&#x2019;s rich in nitrogen, helping plants develop thick canopies and robust roots.</p><h3 data-start="2356" data-end="2396" style=" text-decoration: none;" id="bloom--strength-for-flowering"><strong data-start="2360" data-end="2394"><span style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">Bloom &#x2014; Strength for Flowering</span></strong></h3><p data-start="2397" data-end="2568" style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">Bloom provides phosphorus and potassium to boost flower size, density, and flavor.<br data-start="2488" data-end="2491">It ensures abundant blooms and supports high-yield, nutrient-dense results.</p><hr><p><br></p><h2 data-start="2397" data-end="2568" id="&#xFE0F;-mixing-made-simple-step-by-step">&#x2696;&#xFE0F; Mixing Made Simple: Step-by-Step</h2><h3 id="step-1-choose-your-feed-chart"><span style="font-size: 18px;">Step 1: Choose Your Feed Chart</span></h3><p data-start="2146" data-end="2190">Start by selecting the correct Cronk Nutrients 3-Part Feed Chart for your growing setup &#x2014; soil, coco, or hydro. Each chart is tailored for your experience level and growth stage.</p><p data-start="2868" data-end="2968" style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">&#x1F449; <a data-start="2871" data-end="2966" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H7JnyN978eY4D1N6FAOBSqPk66Z3rjPV/view">Download Feeding Charts &#x2192;</a></p><h3 data-start="2868" data-end="2968" id="step-2-example-mix--week-3-vegetative-stage"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>Step 2: Example Mix &#x2014; Week 3 (Vegetative Stage)</strong></span></h3><p data-start="2868" data-end="2968">Here&#x2019;s an example using Week 3 of the Beginner 3-Part Feed Chart for a 5-gallon batch:</p><div style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted"><div tabindex="-1"><table data-start="3144" data-end="3330" style="margin-right: calc(16%); width: 84%;"><thead data-start="3144" data-end="3193"><tr data-start="3144" data-end="3193"><th data-start="3144" data-end="3154" data-col-size="sm" style="width: 30.3787%; text-align: center;">Product</th><th data-start="3154" data-end="3170" data-col-size="sm" style="width: 24.3545%; text-align: center;">mL per Gallon</th><th data-start="3170" data-end="3193" data-col-size="sm" style="text-align: center;">Total for 5 Gallons</th></tr></thead><tbody data-start="3246" data-end="3330"><tr data-start="3246" data-end="3274"><td data-start="3246" data-end="3258" data-col-size="sm" style="width: 30.3787%; text-align: center;"><strong data-start="3248" data-end="3257">Micro</strong></td><td data-start="3258" data-end="3265" data-col-size="sm" style="text-align: center; width: 24.3545%;">4 mL</td><td data-col-size="sm" data-start="3265" data-end="3274" style="text-align: center;">20 mL</td></tr><tr data-start="3275" data-end="3302"><td data-start="3275" data-end="3286" data-col-size="sm" style="width: 30.3787%; text-align: center;"><strong data-start="3277" data-end="3285">Grow</strong></td><td data-start="3286" data-end="3293" data-col-size="sm" style="text-align: center; width: 24.3545%;">3 mL</td><td data-col-size="sm" data-start="3293" data-end="3302" style="text-align: center;">15 mL</td></tr><tr data-start="3303" data-end="3330"><td data-start="3303" data-end="3315" data-col-size="sm" style="width: 30.3787%; text-align: center;"><strong data-start="3305" data-end="3314">Bloom</strong></td><td data-start="3315" data-end="3322" data-col-size="sm" style="text-align: center; width: 24.3545%;">1 mL</td><td data-start="3322" data-end="3330" data-col-size="sm" style="text-align: center;">5 mL</td></tr></tbody></table></div><p data-start="3332" data-end="3499" style=" text-decoration: none;"><br></p><p data-start="3332" data-end="3499" style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">&#x1F9EA; <strong data-start="3335" data-end="3360">Mixing Order Matters:</strong><br data-start="3360" data-end="3363">1&#xFE0F;&#x20E3; Add <strong data-start="3371" data-end="3380">Micro</strong> first and stir thoroughly.<br data-start="3407" data-end="3410">2&#xFE0F;&#x20E3; Add <strong data-start="3418" data-end="3426">Grow</strong>, mix well.<br data-start="3437" data-end="3440">3&#xFE0F;&#x20E3; Add <strong data-start="3448" data-end="3457">Bloom</strong> last and stir until completely blended.</p><p data-start="3501" data-end="3639" style=" text-decoration: none;">&#x1F4A1; <strong data-start="3504" data-end="3516">Pro Tip:</strong> Never mix nutrients directly together in their concentrated form &#x2014; always dilute each one in water before adding the next.</p><h3 data-start="3501" data-end="3639" id="step-3-check-and-adjust-ph"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">Step 3: Check and Adjust pH</span></strong></h3><p data-start="3684" data-end="3762" style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">After mixing, test your nutrient solution with a reliable pH meter.</p><ul data-start="3763" data-end="3829" style=" text-decoration: none;"><li data-start="3763" data-end="3800"><p data-start="3765" data-end="3800"><strong data-start="3765" data-end="3783">Coco or Hydro:</strong> pH <strong data-start="3787" data-end="3798">5.6&#x2013;5.8</strong></p></li><li data-start="3801" data-end="3829"><p data-start="3803" data-end="3829"><strong data-start="3803" data-end="3812">Soil:</strong> pH <strong data-start="3816" data-end="3827">6.0&#x2013;6.3</strong></p></li></ul><p data-start="3831" data-end="4024" style=" text-decoration: none;">Correct pH allows plants to absorb nutrients efficiently and prevents lockout.<br data-start="3909" data-end="3912">&#x1F449; <a data-start="3915" data-end="4024" rel="noopener" target="_new">Learn more about pH &amp; Water Quality &#x2192;</a></p><h3 data-start="3831" data-end="4024" id="step-4-watering-best-practices"><span style="font-size: 18px;">Step 4: Watering Best Practices</span></h3><p data-start="4083" data-end="4174" style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted"><strong data-start="4083" data-end="4101">For Seedlings:</strong><br data-start="4101" data-end="4104">Keep soil moist but not soaked. 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