Hydroponics

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How to Grow Hydroponic Strawberries

A juicy snacking favorite, nothing says summer like strawberries. But provide just the right environment for your hydroponic strawberries and you can grow this quintessential hot weather fruit all year long. Strawberries are an ideal plant to grow hydroponically and can reward you with a generous yield even in a […]

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How to Grow Hydroponic Lettuce

Whether growing for your market garden or your own benefit, nothing beats the fresh crunch of hydroponic lettuce. This kitchen favorite goes well in salads, burgers, wraps, and more and is simple to grow from seed or seedling. Lettuce thrives in a hydroponic environment. Hydroponic systems naturally provide conditions that […]

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All About Coco Coir: Waste Product Turned Popular Growing Medium

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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Understanding Water Quality in Hydroponics and Aquaponics

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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