Mills Start-R

Quick Answer

Mills Start-R is an organic-mineral additive for seedlings, vegetative growth and the first two weeks of flowering. It is designed to support early root formation and transplant recovery and can be used in coco, hydroponic and soil growing media.

Product Description

Start-R is the early-stage additive in the Mills regular nutrient program. Mills positions it for young plants, vegetative development and early bloom. Its organic-mineral formulation is intended to work with Basis A and Basis B as part of the complete feeding schedule.

The official Mills directions begin in week 1 of growth and continue through week 2 of flowering. Rates vary by growth stage and source-water EC, so use the current Mills growth chart rather than applying one fixed rate throughout the crop cycle.

Key Features

• Organic-mineral additive for seedlings, vegetative plants and early bloom
• Supports healthy root formation during early plant development
• Helps plants recover after transplanting
• Designed for use alongside Mills Basis A and Basis B
• Suitable for coco, hydroponic and soil growing media
• Used from growth week 1 through flowering week 2 in the official Mills schedule

Available Sizes

• 250mL
• 500mL
• 1L
• 5L

Specifications

Package Contents

One bottle of Mills Start-R in the selected size.

Directions for Use

1. Fill the reservoir with water.
2. Add Mills Vitalize first and mix thoroughly.
3. Add equal amounts of Basis A and Basis B, mixing thoroughly after each component.
4. Add Start-R at the rate shown for the current week and water type on the official Mills growth chart, then mix thoroughly.
5. Adjust the nutrient solution to the required pH range. The Mills chart specifies pH 5.5–6.5.

Important: Do not premix nutrients. Add each product to water separately and mix thoroughly before adding the next product.

Official Schedule Reference

For the standard two-week vegetative schedule, the current Mills chart lists Start-R rates per litre as follows:

• Tap water, starting EC 0.7: 1mL in growth week 1, 2mL in growth week 2, then 1mL in flowering weeks 1 and 2.
• Osmosis water, starting EC 0.0: 1mL in growth week 1, 2mL in growth week 2, then 1.5mL in flowering weeks 1 and 2.

Always confirm the latest Mills chart and adjust the overall nutrient program to the crop, water quality and measured EC.

Care and Safety

• Keep the container closed when not in use.
• Measure with clean equipment to avoid contaminating the concentrate.
• Do not combine undiluted nutrient concentrates.
• Follow the current product label and Mills feeding schedule.

Buyer FAQs

What is Mills Start-R used for?

It is an early-stage organic-mineral additive for seedlings, vegetative growth and the first two weeks of flowering.

Can I use Start-R in hydroponics?

Yes. Mills lists Start-R for hydroponic, coco and soil growing media.

When should I start using it?

The official Mills schedule starts Start-R in the first week of vegetative growth.

How long is it used?

In the current Mills regular schedule, it is used through the second week of flowering.

What dosage should I use?

The rate changes by week and water type. Refer to the official Mills growth chart; the current standard schedule ranges from 1–2mL per litre for tap water and 1–2mL per litre during growth, then 1.5mL per litre in early bloom for osmosis water.

Should Start-R be mixed with Basis A and Basis B?

It is designed for the Mills regular program. Add each component separately to water and mix thoroughly between additions.

Can nutrient concentrates be premixed?

No. Mills specifically instructs users not to premix nutrients and to add them to water only.

Which sizes are available from TG Hydroponics?

The product is available in 250mL, 500mL, 1L and 5L options.

What is included?

You receive one bottle of Mills Start-R in the size selected at checkout.