Description
GLA Micromix – Chelated Trace Mix for Nature Aquariums (Jar)
DTPA + EDTA Chelated Micronutrients for EI & PPS-Pro Aquarium Fertilization
GLA Micromix is a concentrated dry trace element mix formulated for aquascapers using the PPS-Pro or Estimative Index (EI) dosing method. It contains essential micronutrients—iron, manganese, zinc, boron, molybdenum, and copper—chelated with DTPA and EDTA for stability and uptake across a wide range of water parameters.
This formula is safe for most planted aquariums and invertebrates but is not recommended for sensitive shrimp species or those who prefer a copper-free approach. Suitable for both liquid stock solution preparation and dry dosing.
Includes:
- GLA Micromix (With Copper) – 0.5 lb Jar
Chelated Trace Content:
- Magnesium (Mg): 1.50%
- Iron (Fe) [DTPA]: 7.00%
- Boron (B): 0.70%
- Manganese (Mn) [EDTA]: 2.00%
- Molybdenum (Mo): 0.0018%
- Copper (Cu) [EDTA]: <0.0175%
- Zinc (Zn) [EDTA]: 0.35%
Chelating Agents: DTPA (Fe), EDTA (Mn, Zn, Cu)
Dosing GLA Micromix (Micros)
Use as a liquid stock solution or dose dry powder directly into your aquarium.
Liquid Stock Preparation (Recommended)
- Mix 29 g Micromix + 500 mL distilled or RO water
Recommended Liquid Micros Daily Dosing (mL per 10 gallons):
| Method | Micros Dose (mL) |
|---|---|
| PPS-Pro | 0.5 mL |
| EI Daily (Moderate) | 0.7 mL |
| EI Daily (Full) | 1.0 mL |
| EI Alternating (3×/week) | 2.5 mL (Tue/Thu/Sat) |
Dry Dosing (per 10 gallons)
- PPS-Pro: 0.029 g daily
- EI Moderate: 0.044 g daily
- EI Full: 0.058 g daily
- EI 3×/week: 0.145 g (3×/week)
Tip: Use a digital scale or measuring spoon (1/64 tsp ≈ 0.16 g)
Full dosing guide: greenleafaquariums.com/ferts
Customer Reviews
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This is the best dry micro in the aquarium hobby.
Without a doubt this is the best micros and I’m pretty sure this is new because I’ve been buying GLA micros for years and this new formula works so much better. I also noticed they have a copper free option available. This formulation mixes much better than the old stuff and the values are much better balanced. You’re not going to find this anywhere else cheaper or even in comparison. Definitely recommend this if your into DIY mixing your own.
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This is the best micro fertilizer for your planted tank.
This is a new fertilizer from GLA as I’ve been a long time customer who use to buy Plantex CSM+B. That was never truly designed for aquascaping. My first few weeks with this has been award worthy if there ever was one. In the hobby you can’t find a dry micro made for aquascsping, until now. This has been amazing as my Ei liquid micro. Completely balanced and no overdosing of copper or boron. This stuff has my plants looking top notch. Way to go GLA on another fantastic product brought to the hobby yet again.
