Nutrients

Different methods used to oxygenate water in hydroponics

Oxygen and Hydroponics: How to Oxygenate Your System

Oxygenation in Hydroponics In the quest for a flourishing hydroponic system, the significance of oxygen cannot be overstated. This invisible ally is essential for the health, growth, and productivity of plants grown in water-based environments. Unlike traditional soil cultivation, hydroponics requires a more hands-on approach to ensure that plants receive […]

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growing mediums used in hydroponics

Best Hydroponic Growing Mediums for Everyday Hobbyists

When choosing a hydroponic growing medium, you want to choose one that’s easy to handle, right for your plants’ needs, right for you personally, and ultimately matches your design/system. And luckily for you, the hydroponics extraordinaire, there are plenty of mediums that have been proven to work in hydroponic systems. […]

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pH scale for vegetables

Hydroponic Charts for Fruits and Vegetables: pH, TDS, EC, cF, PPM

As you start your hydroponic journey, you’ll probably hear a lot about certain parameters — such as pH and EC — and “measurement ranges” that your plants need to stay in. But unless you’re an experienced grower, you’re unlikely to know what these ranges are. With that in mind, we’ve […]

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person holding a dropper

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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