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Common Issues with Hydroponic Systems

So you have decided to try hydroponic growing? Congratulations! Now before going forward, guns blazing and rushing out to buy equipment, take a moment to review some common issues with Hydroponic Systems.
Hydroponic Systems can promote conditions (presence of fertilizer and high humidity) which can result in an environment that promotes salmonella growth. Pathogens attacks, such [...]

Growing Hydroponic Herbs

Growing herbs with a hydroponic system is a very good option. Herbs respond well to growing hydroponically for a number of different reasons. Because of the nature of hydroponics, you can choose to grow your herbs indoors or outdoors. If you are growing during the fall or winter months, it is recommended you plant indoors. [...]

Build your own grow light system

Grow light systems for hydroponic garden can be very expensive, well over $100. In this post, I will share with you how to build your very own grow light system using some off the shelf items.