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hydroponic system air pump

Q&A: Does My Hydroponic System Need An Air Pump?

We all know that oxygen is immensely important to plants. What you may not know is that oxygen is just as important to the roots as it is to the…

Outdoor hydroponic gardening

10 Pros and Cons Of Outdoor Hydroponic Gardening

Most people relate hobby hydroponic with growing indoors. Hydroponic is actually an excellent option for outdoor gardening as well. As with anything, in addition to the pros of outdoor hydroponic…

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5 Great Hydroponic Books For Beginners

While the internet is a great resource for learning, I still think nothing beats a good book. Books continue to be a great reference for many hydroponic gardeners, myself included.…

The Best Net Pots For Your Hydroponic System

While they don’t have much glamour, net pots are an important part of a hydroponic system. They keep the grow medium from clogging your system and damaging your pump but also help…

hydroponic end blossom rot

Preventing Blossom End Rot In Your Hydroponic Garden

It’s a common problem for soil and hydroponic gardeners alike. One day you have some beautiful green tomatoes, the next day you notice some spots on the fruit. Maybe you…

10 Problems Hydro Gardeners Face And How To Solve Them

10 Problems Hydro Gardeners Face And How To Solve Them

There are many advantages to hydroponic gardening. One of them is more control over your garden, allowing you to steer clear of potential issues. No matter what preventative measures you…

Hydroponic EC Measuring Made Simple

Hydroponic EC Measuring Made Simple

There were a few things that were intimidating to me when I start dabbling with hydroponics. Electrical conductivity, or EC for short, was one of them. While not an important…

Understanding N-P-K Ratio Of Hydroponic Nutrients

An understanding of  N-P-K ratio is especially important when hydroponic gardening. Since we’re not just supplementing nutrients like in traditional dirt gardens, it’s even more critical that the correct nutrients…