{"product_id":"plagron-nutrients-lemon-kick","title":"Plagron Nutrients - Lemon Kick pH Down","description":"```html\n\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlagron Lemon Kick pH Down — Organic Citric Acid pH Regulator for Hydroponics \u0026amp; Soil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growers using beneficial microbes who need reliable pH control without compromising soil life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you're running microbes or organic additives, this is a solid choice. Citric acid won't hammer your beneficial bacteria like phosphoric acid does, and it actually works better than most pH regulators. One we recommend a lot for growers who take their microbial setup seriously.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlagron Lemon Kick is an \u003cstrong\u003eorganic pH down solution\u003c\/strong\u003e made from natural citric acid extracted from lemons. It's designed to lower nutrient solution pH to the ideal range of 5.5–6.5, without affecting your NPK balance or harming beneficial microorganisms. Unlike phosphoric or nitric acid pH regulators, Lemon Kick works with your microbial ecosystem rather than against it — making it the smart choice for organic growers, coco cultivators, and anyone using products like Biosys or Great White.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon Kick sits in a different category to most pH down products you'll find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCitric acid formula\u003c\/strong\u003e — won't kill beneficial bacteria and mycorrhizae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoesn't alter NPK\u003c\/strong\u003e — other acids (phosphoric, nitric) change your nutrient ratios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 3x more effective\u003c\/strong\u003e than conventional pH regulators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks across all systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — soil, coco, hydro, drip, hand watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short: you get pH control that actually plays nicely with an organic or microbial growing approach, while staying more potent than the competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon Kick is simple to use. Add it gradually, measure as you go, and dial in your target pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStart with 0.5 ml per litre of water. Measure your pH, then add more in small increments until you hit your target (5.5–6.5). Alternatively, add drop by drop until the pH settles where you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor soil and coco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAim for pH 6.0–6.5. This is where nutrients stay mobile and your soil biology stays active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor hydroponics and DWC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTarget pH 5.5–6.5 depending on your nutrient brand. Check your feed manufacturer's guidance — some prefer 5.8, others 6.2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith beneficial microbes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is where Lemon Kick shines. Because it's citric acid, it won't damage bacterial colonies or mycorrhizal networks. Use it at every feed without worry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStability note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOnce mixed into your water, Lemon Kick stays stable for up to 24 hours, so you can prep your solution in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citric acid derived from lemons (100% organic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liquid concentrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500ml, 1 litre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5ml per litre (1:2000), adjusted to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget pH range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–6.5 (soil\/coco: 6.0–6.5; hydro: 5.5–6.5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficacy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 3x more effective than phosphoric or nitric acid pH regulators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0–30°C; 4 years unopened, 6 months after opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability in solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/strong\u003e All watering systems, beneficial microbes, organic additives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic growers using compost teas, microbial additives, or biological inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoco and soil cultivators who want gentle, biology-friendly pH adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers using Biosys, Great White, or similar beneficial microbe products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone running nutrient recipes where NPK balance matters — phosphoric acid changes that\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydroponics and DWC growers who want a reliable, non-toxic pH regulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperienced growers who know that pH stability directly impacts nutrient uptake and plant metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is proper pH control for growers who understand that the growing medium is a living system. Lemon Kick does the job better than most, doesn't trash your bacteria, and doesn't mess with your nutrient balance. That's the opposite of a cheap compromise — that's actually smart engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're serious about organic growing, microbial additives, or just want a pH regulator that won't undermine months of work building soil life, worth picking up while stock lasts. Does exactly what it should, day in, day out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n```","brand":"PLAGRON","offers":[{"title":"500mls","offer_id":47916537479338,"sku":"905978","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":47916537512106,"sku":"905977","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/lemon_kick_f7e994aa-1d30-413c-9d01-8ad08bfd5ea6.jpg?v=1769195591","url":"https:\/\/growershouse.co.uk\/products\/plagron-nutrients-lemon-kick","provider":"Growers House ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}