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A step by step guide of what it takes to start a hydroponic garden.
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Build your own hydroponic system with these easy to follow DIY guides.
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Learn to grow your favorite produce with these hydronic specific grow guides.
Latest Hydroponic Articles
Powdery Mildew in Hydroponics: How It Starts, How to Stop It, and How to Prevent It
The first time you see it, you almost want to brush it off—literally. A light dusting on a leaf, like someone tapped a flour sifter over your greens. In a soil-free garden it feels unfair……
7 Common Reasons Hydroponic Plants Die (And How to Fix Them)
Hydroponics promises faster growth, bigger yields, and year-round fresh food. So why do some hydroponic gardens end up looking more like plant graveyards? The truth is: hydroponics is less forgiving than soil. In dirt, plants…
How Much Time Does Hydroponic Gardening Really Take Each Week?
One of the biggest questions beginners ask is: “How much time will hydroponics really take me every week?”. Hydroponics can look complicated from the outside—but the reality is a lot simpler. In this guide, we’ll…
VIVOSUN’s NFT Hydroponic System Review: A Beginner-Friendly Lettuce Factory
If you’re looking for an easy way to grow a lot of leafy greens in a small space, the VIVOSUN NFT Hydroponic Growing System (36-Plant) might just be what you need. I recently picked one…
“Am I Doing This Right?” Signs Your Hydroponic Plants Are Happy (or Not)
You’ve got the lights on, the bubbles going, and your plants are… doing something. But are they thriving or just surviving? The good news: healthy hydro plants are easy to “read” once you know the…
How to Clean a Hydroponic System — Because Nobody Likes Slimy Roots
Let’s be real—cleaning isn’t the fun part of gardening. But in hydroponics? It’s can be the determining factor of a successful grow. A clean system keeps algae, slime, and root-rotting villains from throwing a party…
How Often Should You Change Hydroponic Nutrients?
If you’re growing hydroponically, you’ve probably asked: “How often should I change my hydroponic nutrient solution?” It’s a smart question. Nutrients are the lifeblood of your system—when they drift out of balance, plants slow down,…
Why Are My Hydroponic Plants Turning Yellow? (And How to Fix It)
Yellow leaves in a hydroponic garden can be frustrating — especially when everything seemed fine yesterday. The good news? It’s one of the most common issues beginners face, and in most cases, it’s easy to…
How To Grow Hydroponic Oregano (From Seed or Cutting)
Oregano is a hardy, flavorful herb that’s surprisingly easy to grow hydroponically. With its bold aroma, compact growth, and low-maintenance needs, it’s a great addition to any indoor garden—especially for beginners. In this guide, you’ll…
Hydroponic Companion Planting: What to Grow Together (And What Not To)
One of the best parts of hydroponics is the ability to grow multiple plants in a compact space—but not every plant combination will work. Some plants thrive together. Others compete for light, choke each other…
Is Hydroponic Gardening Worth It? Here’s the Real Answer for Beginners
Hydroponics sounds cool in theory. No soil, fast growth, fresh produce from your own home… no weeding. But let’s be real—is it actually worth the time and money? Or should you just keep buying that…
Why Are My Seedlings Stretching? (And How To Fix It)
One of the most common problems for new hydroponic gardeners is “stretching”—when young seedlings grow tall, thin, and floppy instead of staying compact and strong. Don’t worry, it’s usually an easy fix. Let’s walk through…