Hydroton expanded clay pebbles are one of my favorite hydroponic growing mediums. They’re lightweight, reusable, easy to work with, and provide plenty of space around the roots for water and oxygen. You may also see them sold as expanded clay…
Fresh salad on demand — that’s one of the best perks of hydroponic gardening. Instead of harvesting a whole head of lettuce at once, you can keep your plants producing for weeks by using the cut and come again method.…
Gray mold—aka Botrytis—is a fast-spreading fungal disease that can hit leaves, stems, flowers, and even fruits. In hydroponics, where humidity can run high, it moves quickly and can take down a plant before you finish your morning coffee. Here’s how…
Hydroponic gardening helps people grow food even when space is limited, soil is poor, or traditional gardening feels physically demanding. By removing these obstacles, hydroponics makes growing food simpler and more efficient. Below is a closer look at why hydroponics…
If you’ve spotted green slime or fuzzy buildup in your hydroponic system, you’re not alone. Algae are tiny, plant-like organisms that love the same conditions your plants do — light, nutrients, and water. That makes your hydroponic setup a perfect…
Hydroponics might sound high-tech, but with the right plan, it’s simple and incredibly rewarding. In this guide, we’ll walk through each step of starting your first hydroponic garden, with extra tips to make sure your first grow is a success.…
Lettuce is hands-down one of the easiest vegetables to grow hydroponically. If you’re just starting out, hydroponic lettuce is the perfect entry point — it grows fast, doesn’t hog space, and is about as demanding as a cactus on vacation.…
If your plants look hungry even after a fresh batch of nutrients, your pH might be the problem. Think of pH as your garden’s mood meter — when it’s off, your plants can’t properly absorb nutrients, no matter how much…
The 5-gallon hydroponic bucket — also known as a bubble bucket — is probably the simplest hydroponic system you can build. It’s easy to maintain, inexpensive, and surprisingly powerful when it comes to growing big, water-loving plants. I like to…
Ever wished you could make more of that one perfect plant? Good news—you can. With hydroponic cloning, you can create new plants that are genetically identical to a healthy “mother plant,” meaning you know exactly what you’re getting. It’s faster…
Growing hydroponic plants indoors has a lot of advantages — no weather, no seasons, no dirt tracked through the house. But it also comes with one big requirement: You have to replace the sun. Not all grow lights are the…
One of the first questions new hydroponic growers ask is: “Do I need to a special reservoir?” The short answer: not always. While there are purpose-built hydroponic reservoirs on the market, many beginners successfully use everyday items like buckets, totes,…
