Basic Hydroponics, The Things To Get You Started

There are several supplies needed to set up for hydroponic growing (growing plants without soil)

. A hydroponic kit is a good way for you to start this hobby as it contains all the basic hydroponics. If you want to set up a bigger space, a kit might not be ideal for you. Good thing that the increasing popularity of hydroponics has made available a wide array of hydroponic supplies. Let us take a look at some of the most common supplies required in hydroponic growing:

GROW LIGHTS

Lighting is important in growing plants - and different blends of lights have varying results. Among the most popular lights for hydroponics are: metal halide bulbs (great for vegetation growth), high-pressure sodium bulbs (ideal for the flowering phase), and high-output fluorescent bulbs (great and less expensive substitutes of the two bulbs).

HYDROPONIC SYSTEMS

There are various methods used to keep hydroponic plants nourished, but they usually follow a similar process of providing nutrient solution to the plant roots, draining and recycling the solution, and keeping the plants "firmly" anchored in a medium. Plant growing trays, water pumps, reservoirs as well as drainage are all supplies that are common to these systems.

MEDIUMS

The main function of soil is to anchor the plant roots; in basic hydroponics, when growing hydroponically (without soil), plants require an alternate medium to anchor their roots. Some of the most popular growing mediums used in place of soil are Rockwool, vermiculite, perlite, coconut and expanded clay; there are a host of other options available out there as well. If you're doubtful as to the best medium for you, don't hesitate to seek assistance from your supplies retailers.

AIRFLOW SUPPLIES

Fans and blowers are an essential component of hydroponic growing because plants need good ventilation and airflow. There are many forms of these on the market to choose from, as well as air purification systems and carbon dioxide injectors to keep your plants healthy and the air quality good for them.

NUTRIENTS

This is probably the most confusing component, because there are so many nutrient combinations and additives available that it can get very confusing. The important thing to know is what kind of nutrient solutions are best for the types of plants you are growing, and what products best serve those particular plants. Your retailer should be able to help you sort through this information and give you some tips.

As can be observed, there are numerous basic hydroponics supplies available, and this list just scratches the surface. The ones presented above are what you need to get you started - as you become more of an expert on this method, then your need for supplies would also change.

by: Iris Caesar

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