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Salt Buildup? (High EC, Burnt Tips)

Accumulated salts raise EC and cause tip burn, lockout, and droop.

Salt buildup cannabis? High EC runoff, burnt tips—see causes and analyze fast.

Common Causes

  • Feeding heavy without runoff
  • Hard water + additives
  • Evaporation in hot/dry
  • Irregular flush schedule

How to Tell Which One You Have

Runoff EC high, pH drifts; burnt tips and sluggish growth.

FAQ

Flush now?

Yes, gentle flush to target EC/pH.

Add enzymes?

Optional; main fix is proper runoff routine.

Prevent?

20% runoff regularly; monitor EC/pH.

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