During the winter months, our farm animals lose access to the nutrient-rich greens of the spring and summer. To supplement the loss of greens, we grow hydroponic fodder to give…
Plant clones are a great way to start or expand your hydroponic garden, but cloners can be kind of expensive. Luckily it’s cheap and easy to build a hydroponic cloner.…
Deep water culture systems, also called DWC, are simple yet highly effective hydroponic systems. They are also inexpensive and extremely easy to build. Here’s how to build your own simple…
Propagation is the first stage of a plant’s hydroponic journey. When it comes to nutrient needs, this beginning stage is definitely the easiest. Here’s what you need to know about…
When starting hobby hydroponic gardening it’s helpful to know what to expect ahead of time. Here are the 8 stages of a hydroponic garden! The Planning Stage While often overlooked,…
I really didn’t realize how much I needed a grow tent until after I got one. My wife finally forced the issue after she didn’t like how my grow lights…
Cilantro is an herb that’s flavor is either loved or hated. For those that love the zest of cilantro, they can’t get enough. Here’s a simple guide to growing zest…
After hydroponic seedlings get established, it’s time to focus on the vegetative stage of growth. The vegetative stage, also known as the veg or growth stage is a time of…
During the winter months, our farm animals lose access to the nutrient-rich greens of the spring and summer. To supplement the loss of greens, we grow hydroponic fodder to give…
Cilantro is an herb that’s flavor is either loved or hated. For those that love the zest of cilantro, they can’t get enough. Here’s a simple guide to growing zest…
Mint is one of my favorite herbs. It is easy to grow, grows fast and has so many uses. Here’s how you grow hydroponic mint. Recommended Mint Varieties for Hydroponics…
I definitely recommend growing some hydroponic spinach. Spinach is high in iron and other nutrients that are beneficial to many aspects of your health. Like other leafy greens, it’s a…
Our family loves broccoli. It can make a good healthy snack or side, though we typically choose to drown it in cheese. Broccoli can be a great hydroponic vegetable to…
Basil is a popular herb to grow with both traditional and hydroponic growers. It’s easy to grow basil and thrives in hydroponic systems. Here’s a guide to growing some flavorful…
Aphids are one of the more common pests you may run into when hydroponic gardening. Once established they can quickly take over. Luckily with some early action and a little…
When I first started, I didn’t have much money to put towards my hydroponic hobby. I soon realized with a little work I could utilize what I’ve learned to turn…
LED grow lights are becoming the go-to for hobby hydroponic gardeners and for good reason. LED grow lights are overall more efficient and have a longer lifespan. There are now…
Plant spacing is an important aspect of planning your hydroponic garden. Hydroponic plant spacing is different than traditional soil gardens. It’s important to give your plants enough space to grow…
Water pumps are an important part of a hydroponic garden. It’s important to choose a pump that meets the requirements of what your hydroponic system will need. Here is how…
Recently I’ve been receiving a lot of questions about recommendations on gifts to get hydroponic gardeners. It can be hard buying a gift for a hobby that you don’t know…
