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CANNA Start

Starter feed
Suited to propagation, potting or root stress
Adjust to light

CANNA Start is a starter nutrient for rooted cuttings, seedlings and young plants that are ready for gentle feeding. It suits propagation stages where full-strength grow fertilizer would be too much. Use it once roots are present and the plant has moved beyond plain-water establishment.

Quick facts

Type: Propagation fertilizer
Substrates: Propagation media, Coco, and Soil / potting mix
Dosage: 4 ml/L
Frequency: Propagation stage
Skill level: Intermediate
pH/EC: Recommended

€11,75

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500 ml 1 L 5 L

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CANNA Start fills the gap between propagation and full adult feeding. It suits rooted cuttings and seedlings that need light nutrition without being pushed too hard.

For the early stage

It suits young plants that have begun to root and grow but are not ready for Terra, Coco or Hydro base feeding. Propagation trays and small starter pots are its natural territory.

Temporary by design

Once roots are stronger and new growth is steady, move to the base nutrient that matches the growing medium. Start is a bridge product, not the full plan.

Is it right for your plant?

Substrate Propagation mediaCocoSoil / potting mix
Best for SeedlingsCuttingsYoung plants
Helps with PropagationRoot developmentEarly growth
Choose another product for recirculating systemscloning machinesunrooted cuttings

CANNA Start is a strong fit for young plants after roots have formed, not for unrooted cuttings sitting in water. It works with several propagation media, including plugs, light mixes and coco-based starts.

Avoid using it in recirculating systems or cloning machines where CANNA does not intend it.

What's inside:

NPK Ratio: NPK 2-1-2; one-part starter nutrient
Nutrient basis: One-part starter nutrient with macro, secondary and micro nutrients

CANNA Start is a one-part starter nutrient for rooted cuttings and young plants. It bridges propagation and adult feeding without jumping straight to a full-strength base feed.

The formula is NPK 2-1-2 with macro, secondary and micro nutrients. Keep it for early-stage plants that already have roots; unrooted cuttings need a different approach.

How to use it

Use 4 ml/L for seedlings and rooted cuttings that are ready for a light starter feed. Apply through watering or gentle foliar use depending on the propagation method.

Move to the normal base fertilizer once the plant is established and growing actively.

➜ A few notes before measuring, mixing or applying :

Young roots burn more easily than established roots, so avoid stacking extra additives at full dose. Discard old mixed solution; fresh solution is safer for the next batch of cuttings.

Use clean trays and tools so starter feed supports healthy propagation conditions.

CANNA Start

€11,75

Frequently Asked Questions about CANNA Start

Is CANNA Start for unrooted cuttings?

No. It is for seedlings and rooted cuttings that are ready for a light starter feed. Unrooted cuttings should not be treated like feeding plants yet.

How strong is CANNA Start?

It is a mild starter fertilizer with NPK 2-1-2. Use 4 ml/L, then switch to the right base fertilizer once the plant is established.

Can I use CANNA Start in cloning machines or recirculating systems?

Do not use it in recirculating systems or cloning machines. Use it only as a light starter feed for seedlings and rooted cuttings.

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