FloraMax VegaFlora A 2-3-8 Liquid

EC is lower than expected:

1. EC meter is reading low.
2. You have under-dosed with one or more products.
3. Reservoir is larger than specified i.e., need to calibrate the reservoir.
4. Failed to add one or more products that contribute EC.
5. Measuring devices are incorrect.

EC is higher than expected:

1. EC meter is reading high.
2. Have over-dosed with one or more products.
3. Reservoir is smaller than specified i.e., need to calibrate the reservoir.
4. Failed to consider the EC contributed by the water and extra additives. For example, if water has an EC of 0.3mS, then this needs to be added to the EC target (1.42+0.3 = 1.72mS). Similarly, if Ca-Mg-Fe is added at 0.5ml/L, this will contribute 0.14mS, or 1ml/L will contribute 0.28mS.
5. Measuring devices are incorrect.

Should I run low EC/TDS, or even just water, in the last 7-14 days? Although this is a common trend, our best testers and we have them in many countries find that its best to continue high EC until harvest. Low final EC/TDS harms final quality and flavour. Some common causes of bad flavour/quality are:

1. Failure to dry the final product adequately causes a harsh taste.
2. Nuisance chemicals in the nutrients and additives metallic tastes are common. Some nutrient brands have a signature taste.
3. PGRs such as paclobutrazol and daminozide reduce flavour.
4. Excess sugars/carbs have a similar affect as the above-mentioned PGRs.
5. Poorly balanced nutrients (some elements run deficient, others run excessive i.e. toxic) can cause a harsh taste.

Our product development capabilities are backed by over 50 years of experience as analytical chemists in horticulture and 25 years as hydroponic nutrient chemists. One of our greatest achievements is ensuring that the full FloraMax nutrient line-up works together so that you experience a true expression of the plants genetic profile, not the nutrient inputs! This was achieved through unbiased and laborious field testing combined with rigorous crop trials and feedback from over 50 industry professionals.

You can be confident growing with FloraMax VegaFlora. We utilize the highest grade of ingredients available for plant nutrient products. Also, every batch of FloraMax is manufactured by our in-house senior chemist and quality tested before being bottled. Our products boast extra long shelf-life, typically at least 3-5 years, which ensures every bottle performs to specification. Growers can be confident of achieving consistent yields from crop-to-crop.