This therefore makes it the perfect companion for those that are limited to space. What hydroponics does not miss out on as well is the chance to upscale. Therefore if you find yourself with more space then you will be able to take advantage of this also. Hydroponics is a growing method of crop and plant development. Why should I switch to hydroponics is asked regularly to us at MEGAPot, hence why we have decided to put together the following guide.
For more information on our system and also how we can maximise your yields then please do Contact Us. What Is Hydroponics? Some of the reasons why you should switch to hydroponics include the following:- You Are In Control The greatest thing about hydroponics is the fact that you are in control the whole way.
Free Up Your Time Hydroponics are very much self sufficient and need very little maintenance once they are set up correctly. Less Pests And Diseases Hydroponic growing is usually conducted inside.
Saves Water Yes you heard it here the use of hydroponics does in fact save water. No Weeding As mentioned above most growing is done inside when it comes to hydroponics. Space Saving With a hydroponic system you are actually able to save space. If you are growing outdoors, the results are even better. You can squeeze in more harvest cycles before growing season is over. You will need to study the growth of your plants and nutrients that improve or fasten their growth.
For instance, you can plant celery seedling which takes a month to maturity in the hydroponic system while it takes two months in soil. When you become an expert in the growth patterns, you will save a lot of time and reap high yields.
As mentioned in the points above, the results of hydroponic vs. Likely, crops grown using hydroponic and soil methods, but in the same environment, will have a noticeable difference in the amount of time they take to mature. But the main difference is that hydroponic systems make it easier for gardeners to eliminate common soil-borne diseases and risks of soil based gardening.
You may start out as a hobby when introducing the vegetable garden in your backyard, and the end results may make you change to a full-time farmer. This article has given you enough reasons as to why you should supplement your soil based garden to a hydroponic system. Even beginners in gardening can reap a good harvest. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
Your comment:. Iron is difficult for plants to absorb and moves slowly within the plant. Always use chelated immediately available to the plant iron in nutrient mixes. Manganese Mg works with plant enzymes to reduce nitrates before producing proteins. A lack of manganese turns young leaves a mottled yellow or brown.
Zinc Z is a catalyst and must be present in minute amounts for plant growth. A lack of zinc results in stunting, yellowing and curling of small leaves. An excess of zinc is uncommon but very toxic and causes wilting or death. Copper C is a catalyst for several enzymes. A shortage of copper makes new growth wilt and causes irregular growth. Excesses of copper causes sudden death. Copper is also used as a fungicide and wards off insects and diseases because of this property.
Boron B is necessary for cells to divide and protein formation. It also plays an active role in pollination and seed production. Molybdenum Mo helps form proteins and aids the plant's ability to fix nitrogen from the air.
A deficiency causes leaves to turn pale and fringes to appear scorched. Irregular leaf growth may also result. The pH and electro-conductivity values specified here are given as a broad range. It should be noted that specific plant requirements will vary according to regional climatic conditions, and from season to season within that region.
As a general rule, plants will have a higher nutrient requirement during cooler months, and a lower requirement In the hottest months. Therefore, a stronger nutrient solution should be maintained during winter, With a weaker solution during summer when plants take up and transpire more water than nutrients. Plant EC or cF may vary according to the stage of growth. For example, cucumber prefer 20cF when establishing, and 25cF after the first harvest. Between 5 and 7 weeks after first harvest, the optimum cF is The nutrient solution should be discarded at regular intervals.
Should there be a requirement to flush the growing bed, the system should be flushed with fresh nutrients run-to-waste rather than water to avoid starving or stressing plant. Fruits Vegetables Herbs Flowers. How do I build my own hydroponic system? Yes, you can build your own hydroponics system. We supply a variety of trays, pumps, filters, reservoirs, and other pieces that make building your own custom system a breeze.
There are also many different types of hydroponic systems that are easily built from common parts that are usually readily available. Below we have illustrated a simple ebb and flow system made from components that we sell. Also, we have included a list of common pieces that can be found locally to build this system. Ebb and Flow System An ebb and flow system is one of the easiest hydroponic systems to build yourself. Many of the parts needed can be found locally, if not we carry a complete line of ebb and flow trays, NFT channels, reservoirs, hydroponic pumps and filters, fill and drain kits, etc.
The principle behind an Ebb and Flow system is easily understood. A bottom reservoir contains nutrients which are periodically pumped up to the ebb and flow tray, and then allowed to drain via gravity back into the reservoir. When the Ebb and flow tray is flooded plants receive nutrients and water, also CO2 is pushed out and away from the plants root system. When the nutrient solution drains back into the reservoir, fresh oxygen is pulled down into the root system.
This combination of fresh nutrients, water, and oxygen is then readily assimilated by the plants, ensuring lush healthy growth. Following is a list of parts that could be used to build an ebb and flow system out of componenets that we sell. Other alternatives are suggested below. Maxijet pump 4. Trays may also be wood that has been covered with heavy plastic. Make sure that the tray can drain completely, otherwise problems with root rot pythium can occur. Reservoir - May be a Rubbermaid container, Tucker Tote, plastic trash can, etc.
Ensure that the container is clean, non see thru, and corrosion resistant. Do not use metal containers without a plastic liner, they will oxidize and could cause nutrient problems. Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
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