{"product_id":"veg-bloom-basik-ph-up","title":"Veg+Bloom BASIK pH Up+ – pH Up for Hydroponics","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRaise pH Steadily and Hold It Where Your Feed Works Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVeg+Bloom BASIK pH Up+\u003c\/strong\u003e from Hydroponic Research is a \u003cstrong\u003ecarbonate-buffered pH up\u003c\/strong\u003e for nutrient solutions and source water that read too acidic. Instead of a sharp alkaline hit that overshoots and then drifts back, its \u003cstrong\u003ecarbonate buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e lifts pH steadily and helps hold the reading, so it is easier to land on target and stay there between checks. It is the partner to \u003cstrong\u003ePHLO pH Down+\u003c\/strong\u003e, letting Veg+Bloom growers correct in either direction with the same clean, chlorine-free approach, and it suits \u003cstrong\u003ehydroponics, coco and soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. BASIK is a dry, concentrated product made in California, so small additions go a long way in a mixed reservoir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbonate buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e – raises pH and helps hold it rather than spiking and drifting back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean buffer, chlorine-free\u003c\/strong\u003e – adjusts pH without adding chlorine to the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e – also corrects acidic source water, such as RO or very soft tap water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with PHLO pH Down+\u003c\/strong\u003e – one range to correct pH up or down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated\u003c\/strong\u003e – small additions move a whole reservoir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydro, coco and soil\u003c\/strong\u003e – works with any base nutrient programme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Low pH Locking Out Your Nutrients?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen a feed runs too acidic, calcium, magnesium and molybdenum become harder for roots to take up, while iron and manganese can become over-available. Plants show deficiency or toxicity signs although the feed is complete, root development suffers and growth slows. Reverse osmosis water, very soft tap water and some acidic base nutrients all pull pH down, and acidic run-off from coco tells the same story. Bringing the solution back into range restores nutrient uptake without changing the feed itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMix first:\u003c\/strong\u003e add base nutrients and any additives to the water, stir well, then measure pH with a calibrated meter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd a little at a time:\u003c\/strong\u003e stir in a small amount of BASIK, wait a few minutes and re-test – it is concentrated, so work in small steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003epH 5.8–6.2\u003c\/strong\u003e for hydro and coco, \u003cstrong\u003epH 6.0–6.5\u003c\/strong\u003e for soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOvershot?\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring the reading back with \u003cstrong\u003ePHLO pH Down+\u003c\/strong\u003e and re-test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRe-check daily\u003c\/strong\u003e in recirculating systems and correct as the reservoir drifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage and safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep sealed, cool and dry, away from children; wear gloves and eye protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hcs-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e pH up and water treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffer:\u003c\/strong\u003e carbonate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e dry, concentrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e raising and stabilising pH in nutrient solutions and source water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hydroponics, coco and soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e pH 5.8–6.2 (hydro and coco), pH 6.0–6.5 (soil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Veg+Bloom PHLO pH Down+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e California, USA (Hydroponic Research)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hcs-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:8px;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is BASIK different from a standard liquid pH up?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eMost liquid pH ups are strong alkalis that move pH fast and can overshoot. BASIK is built on a carbonate buffer, so it raises pH more steadily and helps hold the reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:8px;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I add it before or after the nutrients?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eAfter. Mix the base nutrients and additives first, because they change the pH themselves, then measure and correct with BASIK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:8px;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use it with other nutrient brands?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eYes. It adjusts the pH of the water or nutrient solution, so it works alongside any base feed in hydro, coco or soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:8px;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat if I add too much?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eBring the pH back down with PHLO pH Down+, stir and re-test. Working in small additions avoids it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWorks Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"hcs-related\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px;margin:12px 0 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/veg-bloom-phlo-ph-down-1-litre\" style=\"flex:1 1 240px;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:12px;padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;color:inherit;background:#fff;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7127\/5786\/files\/veg-bloom-phlo-ph-down-1-litre.jpg?v=1787263512\u0026amp;width=160\" alt=\"Veg+Bloom PHLO pH Down\" width=\"64\" height=\"64\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:64px;height:64px;object-fit:contain;flex:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;\"\u003eVeg+Bloom PHLO pH Down\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#008d37;\"\u003eCorrects pH in the other direction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bluelab-ph-pen\" style=\"flex:1 1 240px;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:12px;padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;color:inherit;background:#fff;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7127\/5786\/files\/bluelab-PH-pen-2-medium_landscape.jpg?v=1746904767\u0026amp;width=160\" alt=\"Bluelab pH Pen\" width=\"64\" height=\"64\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:64px;height:64px;object-fit:contain;flex:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;\"\u003eBluelab pH Pen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#008d37;\"\u003eMeasure before and after each addition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/veg-bloom-ro-soft-base\" style=\"flex:1 1 240px;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:12px;padding:10px 12px;border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:8px;text-decoration:none;color:inherit;background:#fff;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7127\/5786\/files\/veg-bloom-tap-soft.jpg?v=1785324967\u0026amp;width=160\" alt=\"Veg+Bloom RO\/Soft\" width=\"64\" height=\"64\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:64px;height:64px;object-fit:contain;flex:none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"display:block;\"\u003eVeg+Bloom RO\/Soft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#008d37;\"\u003eVeg+Bloom base feed for RO and soft water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Veg+Bloom","offers":[{"title":"450g (1lb)","offer_id":53931154637066,"sku":"NUT-VEG3-005-01","price":23.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.27kg (5lb)","offer_id":53931154669834,"sku":"NUT-VEG3-005-02","price":107.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7127\/5786\/files\/veg-bloom-basik-ph-up-450g-1lb-1.jpg?v=1792302685","url":"https:\/\/hydrocropshop.co.uk\/products\/veg-bloom-basik-ph-up","provider":"Hydro Crop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}