Dutch Pro Hydro/Coco Starter Pack — Complete Nutrient Kit for Hydroponics and Coco Growing
Best for: Beginner and intermediate growers wanting a complete nutrient system that covers veg to flower without guesswork
Our thoughts
Dutch Pro's been the choice of serious growers in Holland for over 30 years, and this pack proves you don't need ten different bottles to get proper results. Everything you need is in the box — grow, bloom, root development, and the extras that matter. Simple, reliable, and priced like they actually want you to use it.
The Dutch Pro Hydro/Coco Starter Pack is a complete nutrient solution designed to take you from start to finish in both hydroponic and coco setups. Built around Dutch Pro's minimalist philosophy — quality in the bottle, not the packaging — this kit gives you everything needed to run a full growing cycle without overcomplicating things or breaking the bank.
Inside the box: 2-part Grow and Bloom nutrients, root stimulant, multi-nutrient booster, bloom enhancer, a proven feed chart, and a carry box to keep it organised. That's it. No mystery additives, no "essential" upgrades. Just the stuff that actually works.
How it compares
This sits in the professional-grade, value-conscious tier of starter kits.
- Outperforms multi-part systems with just four core products during a full cycle
- Significantly cheaper than buying equivalent bottles individually — you're looking at roughly 35% savings
- Simpler feed schedule than competitor kits; less room for error
- Heritage-backed: three decades of Dutch growing knowledge, not new-brand promises
Where competitors sell complexity, Dutch Pro sells results. The feed chart is famous for its clarity — follow it properly and the kit does what it should.
Pack contents
- Dutch Pro Original Grow Hydro/Coco A&B — 1 litre (2-part base for vegetative stage)
- Dutch Pro Original Bloom Hydro/Coco A&B — 1 litre (2-part base for flowering stage)
- Dutch Pro Take Root — 250ml (root mass stimulant)
- Dutch Pro Multi Total — 250ml (nutrient uptake booster)
- Dutch Pro Explode — 250ml (bloom enhancer)
- Detailed feed chart (hard water and soft water variants provided)
- Carry box for storage and organisation
Usage guidance
Which variant to choose
Dutch Pro makes two versions: one for hard water systems (tap water over 150 PPM) and one for soft water or reverse osmosis systems (tap water under 150 PPM). Pick the right one for your water source — it matters more than most growers realise.
Vegetative phase
Use the Grow A&B as your base nutrient. Introduce Take Root early to build a thick root system — this is where the foundation of your grow gets set. Multi Total goes in from week two onwards to improve nutrient uptake and plant structure. Follow the feed chart precisely; this is where consistency pays off.
Transition and flowering phase
Switch to Bloom A&B when you flip to flowering. Drop the Take Root. Keep Multi Total running. Add Explode from week two of flowering onwards — this is your bloom booster, designed to stimulate development during the critical production window. Again, the chart shows you exactly when and how much.
Mixing and application
Always add each nutrient one at a time in order, stirring the solution after each addition. Use a syringe or measuring beaker for accuracy — guessing costs money. A CF/EC/PPM meter (like a Bluelab Truncheon) is not optional; it's how you stay in control. Target pH is 5.8 for both systems.
Reservoir management
In hydroponics, treat this as a run-to-waste system if possible — simpler, cleaner results. In coco, the pack is designed for either hand watering or automated drip setups. Let the medium dry to roughly half weight between feeds if hand watering; if automated, run daily or every other day depending on environment.
Technical specifications
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Formulation: 2-part A&B macro/micro system (Grow and Bloom)
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NPK (Grow): Balanced vegetative formula optimised for hydro/coco uptake
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NPK (Bloom): Phosphorus-led flowering formula
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Target pH: 5.8 (recommended range 5.3–6.3)
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Water type variants: Hard water (150+ PPM) and soft water (under 150 PPM)
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Coverage: Approximately one complete 4x4 tent grow cycle (veg to flower)
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System compatibility: Hydroponic (flood/drain, NFT, DWC), coco coir (hand watered or drip irrigation)
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Included additives: Root stimulant, uptake booster, bloom enhancer
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Origin: Dutch formulation, 30+ years development
Who this is for
- First-time hydroponic or coco growers who need everything in one box
- Growers scaling up from soil who want a straightforward system
- Anyone tired of multi-part nutrient complexity and competing advice
- Budget-conscious growers who want professional-grade results without professional-grade price tags
- Tent farmers running 4x4 or similar spaces looking for simplicity and reliability
- Growers who value heritage and proven results over marketing hype
Not for: perfectionists chasing marginal gains through 12-part nutrient systems, or growers uncomfortable reading a feed chart and following it consistently.
Our take
This is what a starter kit should actually be. Everything you need, nothing you don't, backed by three decades of Dutch growing know-how. The feed chart is clear, the products are proven, and the price reflects what's actually inside the bottle rather than the brand logo on it.
If you're setting up a hydroponic or coco system and want to skip the guesswork, this is a smart move. Run the chart properly, keep your mixing consistent, and Dutch Pro does exactly what it should — over and over. Good time to buy while clearance stock lasts.
