Rockwool is the favored growing medium in hydroponics because of its good water retention, aeration, porosity, and malleable nature. It is the recommended growing medium for both beginners and veterans alike. However, are there other alternatives, as good or even better? The most viable rockwool alternatives in hydroponics are 1) jigsaw foams, 2) perlite and…
Bleach is a common household product that has chlorine as an active component which makes it extremely effective against stains, bacteria, fungus, and other microorganisms. Given all its uses, is it safe for hydroponics and how can it be used? Chlorine bleach can be used for hydroponics to periodically clean the system and treat root…
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Hydroponics nutrients are a staple for any hydroponic grower as it is needed for plant growth and survival. However, is the used nutrient-rich wastewater a hazard to aquatic life such as fish? Hydroponic nutrients, in liquid or powdered form, will generally not kill fish. Potassium, phosphorus, iron, calcium, and magnesium are beneficial to both plant…
In conventional gardening, it is a common concern to not overwater or drown plants with too much water. How come that in hydroponics, an entirely water-based growing technique, the concern is not as common? Properly done hydroponic systems do not drown or overwater plants because the root system is never completely submerged in water. In…
You can grow almost anything hydroponically, they say. But is this really true or just an exaggeration? Almost any plant can be grown hydroponically. Leafy greens and herbs are the best because they are versatile and easier to grow. However, some plants such as trees with deep roots, root crops, or plants which bear large…
The condition of the water becomes of paramount importance for the healthy growth and development of the plant in hydroponics. When to change the water and how should be done in a hydroponic system is a problem that every beginner and veteran hydroponic grower has experienced. In general water in hydroponic should be added every…