Choosing the best plants for your aquaponics system is half the battle. Let’s be clear: you can grow anything you like in your aquaponic garden, but some plants are significantly easier to master than others. When you choose plants that are well suited to aquaponic growing you’ll see better yields […]
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Clay pellets, growstones, rice hulls, perlite… today’s hydroponic gardener has a lot of options when it comes to choosing a growing medium. But nothing quite beats coco coir for fantastic air-to-water ratio, fungus protection, and highly sustainable production. There are so many good reasons that coco coir is rising in […]
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Fish health and disease in aquaponics is extremely important to understand and monitor as fish are the driving force of your entire system. If you’re a beginner, you’re going to want to learn as much as humanely possible, but just remember that aquaponics is truly a trial and error process […]
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Bell siphons are a staple of aquaponic gardening for good reason. These clever devices harness physics to automatically drain and refill your grow bed, providing a continuous cycle of fresh air and nutrient-rich water to your plants’ roots. With a little cleaning and a steady flow of water, a bell […]
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“Net pots” are miniature plastic pots that are used in hydroponics to hold, contain, and anchor a plant’s roots to your hydroponic system. Also called “net cups,” they are round or square in appearance with a distinct “net” shape to them, which allows water and air to flow through your […]
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Water quality in hydroponics and aquaponics is vitally important to understand and appreciate. Not only is it considered the most essential component of your system, but it is the lifeblood of the entire operation. Without good water quality, you can’t grow anything. While water itself comes down to just a […]
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