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Home Hydroponics
Home Hydroponics
By Abigal Gordon
Getting Started
Basic Requirements for
Hydroponics Systems
Light
Oxygen -Nutrient
Ratio
Nutrient Strength
Growth Mediums
Alkalinity & Acidity
Temperature
Air
Water Quality
Growing Techniques & Systems
Home Hobbyist Systems
Passive Planters
Nutrient Film Technique
Aeroponics
Flood & Drain
Hydroponics
gardens are easily maintained, inexpensive to set up, easy to clean, and
pesticide free . For these reasons. Hydroponics has become extremely popular. Hydroponics technology
today is used to grow healthy vibrant and lush indoor plants ,food and herbs.
The basic requirements of most plants can be met without natural sunlight or
soil using tried and true Hydroponics methods. Plants are supported in an inert medium and nutrition is provided by
mineral elements that are water soluble.With the proper
use of nutrients and the correct artificial light, today’s' Hydroponics
gardener can achieve amazing results all year long. An ideal environment
is created as the Hydroponic Gardener determines the environment which
would normally be provided by nature. In a completely controlled
environmental agricultural system you control: Light, temperature,
water, oxygen, pH, and nutrients.
In nature, bacteria break down the soil into the basic elements of
nitrogen- phosphorus -potassium as well as trace elements.
In hydroponics the nutrient solution is dissolved directly into water, and
in an ideal situation the plant receives the perfect nutrition at all times.
A proper Hydroponics system takes the required amount of food directly to
the root, In nature the plant's root systems must look for it, which in a sense
utilizes growth energy that could otherwise be assigned where you want it - the
flowers/fruit/vegetable/buds you are cultivating. Hydroponics growing mediums
are inert and sterile, free of bacteria and insect/organisms that can be harmful
to both the plant and gardener.
Getting Started
When initially becoming involved with hydroponics gardening, there are two routes
that can be taken , you can buy a prefabricated hydroponics system or you can build
your own hydroponics system. Either route requires some basic research.
Build Your Own.
For
some hobbyists, the construction is part of the fun.
Slap together some buckets and soil, you're doomed to failure.
Some preconstruction planning is essential. " How to Hydroponics " is an excellent reference Source.
Basic
startup hydroponics systems can be built by anyone with the
patience, and basic common sense, who is willing to take the
time and go through the process.
Regardless of whether building your own hydroponics system, or purchasing a
prefabricated hydroponics system, keep in mind that various hydroponics systems will naturally lend
themselves to different types of plants. Keep the growth characteristics
of your selected plants in mind when selecting a system. Learn as much
as possible about the plants--such as the need for support, potential
mature size and the area of the mature root system before starting -
plan accordingly.
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Prefabricated hydroponics systems
Some systems are suited to different varieties of plants. When
specific plants are destined for a hydroponics setup, research
their growth characteristics and keep them in mind when
selecting a system.
Completely enclosed Turbo Grow Rooms
are a simple and affordable alternative to the more expensive
grow rooms out on the market today. Many growers use these grow
rooms for a quick and easy way to separate their clones or
mothers from their flowering plants. They are constructed using
a tubular aluminum frame with a 3/4" pressboard ceiling and 1/4"
Astro-Foil reflective walls. The front wall is attached using
Velcro, making it easy to roll-up when you want to access your
plants.
Basic
Requirements for Hydroponics Systems
Light
Let there be Light! Light is the first line of
life for all matter, plants are no exception. Light is essential to
carry on photosynthesis, without which you could give your plants all
the nutrients and moisture money could buy, but you'd still end up with
a dead heap of vegetable mass. Sunlight is the ideal source
of light and contains the Reds and Blues plants require to produce a
healthy growth. However in a Hydroponic system Sunlight is not always an
option.
Artificial Horticultural lights provide the solution for the
hydroponic gardener, they are cost
effective assuming you shop carefully.
Oxygen -Nutrient Ratio
Plants can't absorb their nutrients unless Oxygen is
present the higher the Oxygen level the quicker the absorption of
nutrients . Oxygen maintains a healthy root system and allows the plant
to absorb nutrients. Without oxygen circulating around the root system
root rot would quickly develop. Man does not live by bread alone, and
plants do not live by water alone, ample oxygen must be in the water.
it. You do not grow in water in a hydroponic system, the water is a
medium through which
Nutrients and oxygen are fed to the roots, you need
only keep the roots moist - not soaked.
Nutrient Strength
Nutrients must be solely designed for Hydroponics.
Soil fertilizers utilize bacteria to break down more complex elements
into useful ones- a ideal hydroponic system has minimal bacteria, if any
,Soil fertilizers are less soluble- Hydroponic systems require
solubility as the nutrient delivery system is based upon that factor.,
Soil fertilizers are generally not pH adjusted, and usually too slow to
release the necessary elements to be suitable for Hydroponic Systems.
Growth Mediums
In hydroponic's, the growing medium, not soil, holds
moisture and anchors roots . Composed of inert mineral matter, it won't
decompose or harbor potential soil-born problems. All the plant's
nutritional requirements are filled by the nutrient mixes you add to
your garden reservoir. There are two basic growth mediums recommended
for Hydroponic Gardeners, Horticultural Rockwool and Geolite Aggregate, I generally use
Horticultural Rockwool, as I find it more cost effective.
pH - Alkalinity & Acidity
pH is the level of acidity or alkalinity of the
nutrient solution. Most nutrients in common tap water will be within the
range of 6 to 6.5 pH. Which is suitable for Hydroponics systems.
The requirements of Soil ph is not the requirements of Hydroponics ph ..
do not confuse the two.
Temperature
Temperature requirements for plants in a hydroponics
system are the same as out of a Hydroponic system.
Air
Plants require Carbon Dioxide, it is what they
breathe. Poor ventilation will kill plants as surely as a lack of
sunlight or water will. Ventilation systems as well as Carbon
Dioxide Enrichment and control Systems are affordable and available. And
are recommended for a lush Hydroponics Garden.
Water Quality
In most situations tap water is just fine for
hydroponics systems, over extended periods of time you may get some
mineral build-up, but this s not a major cause for concern. Excessive
salinity or high zinc content could be harmful to your Hydroponics
Garden , but generally as a rule
of Thumb - if you drink the water yourself it's just fine.
Growing
Techniques & Systems
Home Hobbyist Systems
Nutrient Film
Technique Passive Planters
Aeroponics
Flood & Drain
Drip Systems
1.
Home Hobbyist Hydroponics Systems
There are
a number of popular compact hydroponic kits and systems most
popular with home hobbyists, researchers and teachers. Most systems are
aeroponic systems and are
scaled down versions of larger commercial systems.
RainForest 318
Powerful hydroponic module. Practically an exact replica of the original
Ein Gedi System developed in Israel, the RainForest is designed to
maximize the amount of oxygen available to plant roots in a hydroponic
Garden. The design is
simple and brilliant. Plants are suspended within special ''net pots''
surrounded with Grorox. Below is an air-gap which the roots hang into
and below the air-gap is the nutrient. A special motorized vaporizer
lifts the nutrient up and sprays it within the air-gap. The result is
the highest level of oxygen which can be attained within the root zone.
Also See Turbogarden Aeroponic Systems
"Automated perpetual growth machines."
Passive Planters in Hydroponics
Probably
the most commonly known form of hydroponics. These systems do not
require a water or air pump and are therefore called passive
systems.
Hydroculture planters utilize a clean, porous growing medium to support
plant roots. A nutrient reservoir in the containers base enables the
plants to take as much or as little water as necessary. Water level
indicators can show when and how much to water. Clean, odorless and
non-allergenic, planters are ideal for most environments.
See Passive Planters
Nutrient Film Technique for
Hydroponics
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The
AEROJET ® is a true aeroponic system, not a deep flow hydro-aeroponic system. Micro
Jets spray the roots of the plants allowing for aggressive
growth rates from the high levels of oxygen to the root zone.
provides an effective and automated method to provide your plants
optimal levels of water, nutrients, and oxygen for rapid growth rates,
higher yields, increased nutritional value. Good for propagating plants
or nourishing and watering seedlings - holds a 1020 seeding tray
containing 72 - 1.5'' starter plugs or 200 - 3/4'' plugs. Available in 4
different feed methods - ebb and flow, top feed drip, aeroponics,
aeroponics clone - choose your preferred hydroponics gardening method.
Flood & Drain Hydroponics
Systems
Flood & Drain Hydroponics systems are similar to Nutrient Film
Hydroponics systems and are ideal
for multiple plant per square foot growing where individual plant
inspection is difficult. They are also very popular as propagation
tables.
A plastic growing tray is flooded periodically by a submersed pump
connected to a digital timer . Medium and root system are soaked, then
drained (via gravity back through the pump) at specific intervals.
Various mediums can be used, Horticultural Rockwool and Geolite Aggregate, I generally use
Horticultural Rockwool is the most popular with Flood &
Drain Hydroponics systems.
Professional Soilless Grow Substrates are
reliable and flexible. Cultilene and Grodan are two leading substrate
producers. Both companies have established a good reputation. Where
such properties as strength, optimal air-to-water ratio, homogeneity and
excellent root zone management are important. Stonewool substrate is
made from basalt. Basalt originates from the earth’s interior - brought
to the surface as lava . Melted again, the material in its basic form is
made by spinning it into a defined structure.
Horticultural Rockwool and Geolite Aggregate, I generally use
Horticultural Rockwool Miniblocks are the best choice for
rooting cuttings. Can also be used for germinating seeds. We recommend
soaking them in pH 5.5 water overnight, and add seeds or cuttings the
next day. Keep them under a dome to retain moisture and mist if
necessary. From here, you can transplant into any growing medium, soil
or Hydroponic.
Drip-Irrigation or Micro-Irrigation in
Hydroponics
Greenhouse irrigation systems employ drip or micro-irrigation. It
entails macro-moisture efficiency a principle of minimal water
consumption and maximized plant benefit. There are numerous
dripping/trickling/macro-moisture efficiency spraying devices on the
market today for the grower to choose from. A submersed pump feeds
nutrients solution through header tubes to secondary feed lines
connected to drip emitters.
A controlled amount of solution is continuously drip-fed over the medium
and root system. Another tube is connected to the lower part of the
system to recover unused solution, and it is generally re-circulated.
Plant-Drip Automatic Plant Waterer
L.E.C.A. = Light Expanded
Clay Aggregate. Which is used as a media in all hydroponic systems
including Nutrient Film Technique, Aeroponic, Ebb and flow, and Drip/
Trickle feed systems. it is perfect for growing plants, especially
indoor plants in hydroponics, and provides an ideal balance of moisture,
food and air to your plants. Root rot is eliminated by the space between
the pebbles allowing all-important oxygen to get to the roots.
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