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  • Athena IPW Integrated Plant Wash 1 Gallon container for professional indoor horticulture
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Athena IPW Integrated Plant Wash | Foliar Leaf Cleaner

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Athena IPW Integrated Plant Wash – Professional Foliar Leaf Cleaner

Athena IPW Integrated Plant Wash is a concentrated foliar leaf cleaner developed by Athena for professional horticultural plant care. Designed to clean foliage and remove accumulated dust, surface residues and abiotic contaminants, IPW helps maintain clean leaf surfaces throughout the vegetative stage and into early flowering.

Previously associated with the Athena IPM name in some markets, IPW is the international-market formulation positioned by Athena as an easy-to-apply plant wash. Its essential-oil-based formulation is designed for direct foliar application and can be incorporated into a regular crop-maintenance programme.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Concentrated foliar plant wash for professional horticultural use.
  • Helps remove dust, pollutants and unwanted surface residues from foliage.
  • Supports clean leaf surfaces for effective light interception and normal plant function.
  • Derived from essential oils selected to clean and condition foliage.
  • Suitable for use during vegetative growth and through to the end of Week 3 of flowering.
  • Suitable for use as part of a regular plant-hygiene and crop-maintenance programme.
  • Concentrated formula provides flexible dilution rates according to the required application.

How Athena IPW Works

Athena IPW is applied directly to foliage as a diluted spray. Thorough application helps wash away accumulated dust, debris and other material from leaf surfaces and hard-to-reach areas of the plant.

Keeping foliage clean can help maintain the leaf surface in good condition and reduces the build-up of material that may otherwise interfere with efficient light interception and normal foliar function.

Application & Dilution Rates

Application Dilution Rate Frequency
Routine foliar maintenance 15–24 mL per litre Up to 2 applications per week
Intensive foliar application 24–32 mL per litre Up to 3 applications per week
Maximum listed foliar rate 32 mL per litre Follow the current product directions

Always check the current Athena product label and application instructions before use, particularly where packaging or regional guidance differs.

How to Apply Athena IPW

  1. Ensure plants are adequately irrigated before foliar application.
  2. Dilute Athena IPW in clean water at the required application rate.
  3. Apply when high-intensity horticultural lighting is switched off.
  4. Thoroughly cover the foliage, including both the upper and underside of leaves.
  5. Allow the foliage to dry fully before high-intensity lighting is switched back on.

Avoid applying under intense lighting, as wet foliage exposed to high light intensity may increase the risk of leaf damage.

When to Use Athena IPW

Athena recommends IPW for use throughout the vegetative growth stage and through to Week 3 of flowering. This makes it suitable for routine foliage cleaning during the stages when maintaining clean plant surfaces is particularly useful.

Best Practice

  • Use clean water when preparing the spray solution.
  • Mix only the volume required for the intended application.
  • Apply evenly rather than concentrating the spray on one area.
  • Pay particular attention to leaf undersides and sheltered areas.
  • Do not apply beneath high-intensity grow lighting.
  • Allow sufficient drying time before restoring full lighting.
  • Always follow the latest instructions printed on the product label.

Available Sizes

Athena IPW is available in multiple container sizes to suit both smaller indoor gardens and larger professional horticultural facilities. Select the required size from the product options above.

Important Information

Athena IPW is sold as an Integrated Plant Wash for horticultural foliage cleaning. Product positioning and permitted claims may differ between international markets. Always use the product in accordance with the current label and applicable UK requirements.

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Keep Plants Clean & Protected with Athena IPW

Keep your plants clean and protected with Athena IPW, a concentrated Integrated Plant Wash designed for targeted foliar application and ongoing plant care.

Formerly known as Athena IPM, IPW uses a blend of essential oils and other active ingredients to target common soft-bodied pests and powdery mildew on contact. Its mechanical mode of action helps tackle unwanted pests while also washing away accumulated dust and debris from leaf surfaces.

Suitable for preventative maintenance or targeted treatment, Athena IPW can be incorporated into a regular plant-management routine to tackle common grow-room problems including spider mites, aphids, thrips, fungus gnats and powdery mildew.

For growers looking for a straightforward foliar plant wash that combines pest management with cleaner leaf surfaces, Athena IPW provides a versatile addition to the grow room.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Athena IPW stands for Integrated Plant Wash. It is a concentrated foliar plant wash designed to help manage common pests and plant pathogens while cleaning leaf surfaces as part of a regular plant-care programme.

Athena IPW is the name used for the product currently sold by Steel Roots and is described as formerly known as Athena IPM. You may therefore still see Athena IPM referenced online, particularly on Athena's US website and in older product information.

Athena IPW is designed to target a range of common soft-bodied pests, including spider mites, two-spotted spider mites, aphids, thrips and fungus gnats. Thorough application is important to ensure the solution reaches the areas where pests may be present.

Yes. Athena IPW can be used as part of a plant-management programme for powdery mildew. Its contact action helps tackle fungal spores while the foliar wash also cleans accumulated material from leaf surfaces.

Athena IPW works through contact with the target pest or pathogen rather than relying solely on systemic action. Its formulation helps disrupt the protective outer membranes of soft-bodied insects and acts against fungal spores, while washing dust and other residues from plant surfaces.

For preventative maintenance, Steel Roots recommends diluting Athena IPW at 60–90 ml per gallon of water and applying twice per week. Thoroughly cover the plant according to the product directions rather than only lightly misting the upper leaf surface.

For active or light pest pressure, Steel Roots recommends 90–120 ml per gallon, applied three times per week. For severe infestations, the listed rate is 120 ml per gallon with a more intensive application schedule. Always follow the latest product instructions for your specific situation.

Yes. Steel Roots lists a root-drench application rate of 4–12 ml per gallon of water, which can be used to target root-zone pests such as fungus gnat larvae. Always follow the product directions carefully and use the appropriate dilution for the intended application.