Magnesium Hexahydrate

Magnesium hexahydrate, chemically known as magnesium nitrate hexahydrate (Mg(NO₃)₂·6H₂O), is a highly soluble, water-based fertilizer that delivers both magnesium (Mg) and nitrate nitrogen (NO₃⁻) in a single application www.golden-raven.com+1.

Nutritional Role

• Magnesium is an essential secondary nutrient that forms the central atom in chlorophyll, directly influencing photosynthesis and activating hundreds of metabolic enzymes involved in nutrient transport and assimilation www.golden-raven.com.
• Nitrate nitrogen is a fast-acting nitrogen source that supports rapid plant growth by aiding protein, nucleic acid, and other macromolecule synthesis www.kelewell.de.
• Together, they provide a synergistic nutrient profile that promotes vigorous vegetative growth, healthy leaf development, and improved crop quality www.nbinno.com.

Physical and Chemical Properties

• Appearance: White crystalline flakes or granules www.golden-raven.com+1.
• Solubility: Fully water-soluble, dissolves without residue, forming a slightly acidic solution that can help regulate soil pH www.golden-raven.com.
• Stability: Maintains solubility even in low-temperature irrigation water, making it suitable for year-round use www.golden-raven.com.
• Hygroscopicity: The hexahydrate form can absorb moisture from the air, which can be useful in certain applications but requires storage in dry conditions allanchem.com.

Agricultural Advantages

• Dual Nutrition: Supplies both Mg and NO₃⁻ in one formulation, overcoming the limitations of single-nutrient fertilizers www.golden-raven.com+1.
• Efficient Delivery: Ideal for fertigation (drip, sprinkler, micro-irrigation) and hydroponics, ensuring uniform nutrient distribution and avoiding clogging of irrigation lines www.golden-raven.com+1.
• Rapid Absorption: Nitrate nitrogen is directly available to plants, while magnesium supports long-term photosynthetic efficiency www.kelewell.de.
• Versatility: Suitable for greenhouse crops, high-value fruits and vegetables, field crops, and hydroponic systems www.golden-raven.com+1.