Hydroponic Greenhouse Phosphate Test Strips

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Monitor phosphate levels in hydroponic and greenhouse nutrient solutions. Maintain balanced fertilizer ratios for healthier plant growth with Indigo® phosphate test strips.

Phosphate is an essential macronutrient for strong root development and flowering in plants, but too much can cause nutrient lockout or algae growth. Indigo® phosphate test strips provide quick, accurate readings of phosphate concentration in nutrient reservoirs, helping growers maintain optimal levels for leafy greens, herbs, or flowering plants.

Phosphate is an essential macronutrient for plant growth, critical for root development, flowering, and energy transfer , but in hydroponic and greenhouse systems it must be balanced precisely. These Indigo® 0-100 ppm phosphate test strips provide a fast, affordable way to check nutrient reservoirs, verify fertilizer dosing, and detect phosphate precipitation or lockout events before they reduce yields. The strips require no instruments or reagents: dip, wait about 60 seconds, and read the result against the color chart.

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Learning Outcomes / Key Features
Chemistry
  • Recognize phosphate (PO43-) as a key nutrient ion influencing pH and solubility equilibria.
  • Correlate nutrient solution chemistry with ppm concentration readings on test strips.
  • Explore precipitation reactions and nutrient availability in various hydroponic media.
Biology
  • Explain how phosphate supports plant metabolism, root development, and flowering.
  • Relate nutrient balance to plant health, deficiency symptoms, and productivity.
  • Discuss the role of phosphate alongside nitrate and potassium in overall plant nutrition.
Environmental Science
  • Examine sustainable fertilizer use and runoff control in greenhouse operations.
  • Evaluate water reuse strategies based on nutrient depletion or excess.
  • Promote closed-loop nutrient management and reduced environmental impact.
Agricultural / Horticultural Studies
  • Develop hands-on skills in solution testing and nutrient management.
  • Interpret phosphate test results to adjust feed schedules and dilution ratios.
  • Understand practical compliance with food safety and agricultural water standards.

Best Practices

  • Calibrate nutrient solution using manufacturer fertilizer charts.
  • Test fresh mixes and recirculating water weekly or after nutrient adjustments.
  • Record phosphate trends to anticipate plant uptake rates.
  • Pair with nitrate and pH test strips for comprehensive nutrient monitoring.
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Specifications

This strip indicates results at 10, 25, 50 & 100ppm & has a detection limit of 5 ppm.

  • The number of strips (50) per vial is approximate.
  • Shelf life is 3 years but vial is lined with a desiccant and if properly sealed, strips can last 5 years or more.
Documentation

Test Strip Documentation

Stability Statement Certificate of Analysis SDS
Indigo Phosphate Test strips 0-100ppm Stability Statement Indigo Phosphate Test strips 0-100ppm CoA Indigo Phosphate Test strips 0-100ppm SDS
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