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 might limp along if you…
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 break down the daily, weekly,…
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 signs. Here’s a simple, beginner-friendly…
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, leaves yellow, and problems like…
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 fix once you know the…
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 out, or create chaos in…
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 sad little bundle of herbs…
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 the most common causes of…
One of the most discouraging sights for new hydroponic growers is a wilted plant. You followed the steps, your system is running, and yet your plants look like they’ve given up. The good news? Wilting is usually a symptom of…
Can you use tap water in your hydroponic system …Short answer? Yes, you can use tap water in your hydroponic system — but whether you should depends on what’s actually in your water. In hydroponics, water is the lifeline. It’s…
By now it’s known that having a hydroponic system allows us easy access to nutritious greens. What is often overlooked is how hydroponics also gives us the ability to grow fresh veggies for our pets. There are many vegetarian pets…
I admit it. I’m a little bit of a tech nerd. My day job is IT and my side job is drones. So as you can imagine, I love incorporating cool tech products into my hydroponic gardens. Teching out your…
