{"product_id":"optic-foliar-switch","title":"Optic Foliar Switch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant bigger, healthier blooms? Optic Foliar Switch supports flower production while helping plants handle stress. Pair it with their full lineup of foliar sprays for even better results - plus, you can spray with the lights on for extra convenience!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptic Foliar Switch uses two methods of action that directly benefit your garden: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster transition to flower and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsuring female flowers stay female through the flowering process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"164\"\u003e✅ What SWITCH \u003cem data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eCan\u003c\/em\u003e Do:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"244\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"220\"\u003eSuppress further male flower (nanner) development\u003c\/strong\u003e if caught early enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"364\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"364\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"278\"\u003eTrigger ethylene production\u003c\/strong\u003e, which helps stabilize flowering and reduce plant stress that causes hermaphroditism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"404\"\u003ePrevent more plants from flipping\u003c\/strong\u003e due to environmental stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"469\"\u003e❌ What SWITCH \u003cem data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"465\"\u003eCan't\u003c\/em\u003e Do:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"580\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"580\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"513\"\u003eRemove existing male flowers or seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e — you’ll still need to manually pluck any nanners or sacs you see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"621\"\u003eReverse full-blown hermaphroditism\u003c\/strong\u003e once it's established (if there are many male and female flowers across the plant, it’s likely too late to save it).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"778\"\u003e🗓️ When to Use in This Case:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eIf you're mid-flower and just noticed early signs of herming (like a few nanners), apply SWITCH \u003cstrong data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"890\"\u003eimmediately\u003c\/strong\u003e, then do a second spray 7–10 days later. Time is critical here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"976\"\u003e🧤 Pro Tip:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eAfter spraying, do a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003ecareful inspection daily\u003c\/strong\u003e for nanners and remove any you find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eConsider removing the worst-affected plants if you’re running a tightly controlled grow and don’t want to risk pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"952\" data-start=\"926\"\u003e⏰ Timing Is Everything\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1165\" data-start=\"954\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"997\" data-start=\"954\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"997\" data-start=\"956\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"16\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eBest results\u003c\/strong\u003e occur when applied \u003cstrong data-end=\"58\" data-start=\"36\"\u003eearly in flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e (day 0–7).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1082\" data-start=\"998\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1082\" data-start=\"1000\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIf male structures (nanners) are already visible, \u003cstrong data-end=\"86\" data-start=\"50\"\u003eimmediate application is crucial\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a \u003cstrong data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"132\" data-start=\"102\"\u003esecond dose ~10 days later\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1165\" data-start=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1165\" data-start=\"1085\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eLate applications may simply \u003cstrong data-end=\"56\" data-start=\"29\"\u003edry up existing nanners\u003c\/strong\u003e, but won’t prevent seeds already set or fully reverse hermaphroditism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eUse in the last week of veg and first two weeks of flower, plants will begin to trigger blooms earlier with tighter nodes. This will ensure that plants will begin to form flower sites and maximize flower growth. Using SWITCH assures no loss in growth, quality or yield. Maximize yields by using OVERGROW during the early growth stage and through the flowering stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSWITCH contains ingredients that stimulate the onset of flower quicker; you’ll reduce stretch, get an increase in flowering sites and reduce flowering time by a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombats hermaphrodites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAids in the transition to the bloom phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe: non-toxic \u0026amp; non-carcinogenic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSWITCH assures no loss in growth, quality or yield!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe to use in flower with no residues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome varieties of plants can be more genetically predisposed to producing pollen, which leads to seeded fruit come harvest time, reducing the yield of usable plant parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch will stop any male flower parts from forming on your plants, so there won’t be any pollen to fertilise the remaining female parts. Optic Foliar Switch is made up of proprietary secret ingredients, but its main mode of action is through ethylene gas which is a key hormone in the ripening stages of most fruit and flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch releases ethylene for a few days after application, so the spray keeps working. Ethylene is also used in the commercial ripening of bananas and is the gas responsible for fruit ripening quicker when new fruit is mixed with older, more ripe fruit (like in a bowl of fruit). Indoors, we have the perfect environment to keep external pollen away from female plant parts, preventing seeds in our fruit by filtering the intake air - removing any particulates, including pollen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can’t stop pollen caused within the garden, which is normally caused by plant stress such as a light leak but could also depend on the genetics of the plant. Using SWITCH at the onset of flower keeps female flowers female.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you notice male flowers on your plants, it’s not too late – apply switch as soon as possible and watch as the male flowers shrivel and fall off – reversing the hermaphrodite process. Any female flowers that have already been pollinated will be aborted, resulting in a seedless harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend using 1l switch with 10ml \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thehydrobros.com\/products\/optic-foliar-transport?variant=40512828342456\"\u003eOptic Foliar’s Transport\u003c\/a\u003e to aid with an even, uniform application and to help the plant intake the active ingredients found in switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not dilute with water, must only be mixed with Optic Foliar Transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly use half-strength nutrients the day prior and the day after treatment, giving plants a chance to recover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly mix as much switch as you need as the ingredients will lose efficiency over time once mixed. Pour all unused spray away and mix a fresh batch on your next application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturers recommend an initial application of Switch soon after the onset of flower and once again 10 days later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid spraying directly onto forming flowers and aim for leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch is best used in temperatures between 15.5 - 24°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly a light application is required – Switch is a strong product and will have the intended effect when plants are misted rather than drenched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe day after application, some customers may notice wrinkling in the leaves or yellow or white bleaching or spotting on leaves which is compl\u003cb\u003eetely normal – it’s just a build-up of ethylene that must exit the plant. This will not affect overall plant health.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OPTIC FOLIAR","offers":[{"title":"1L","offer_id":40013557760184,"sku":"1845","price":22.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"4L","offer_id":40013557792952,"sku":"1846","price":66.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"24L (6 x 4L)","offer_id":53578855416181,"sku":"10752","price":369.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9092\/7032\/products\/nutrients-optic-foliar-switch-30609628070072.png?v=1780156077","url":"https:\/\/www.thehydrobros.com\/en-ch\/products\/optic-foliar-switch","provider":"The Hydro Bros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}