When I first started, I didn’t have much money to put towards my hydroponic hobby. I soon realized with a little work I could utilize what I’ve learned to turn my hobby into a little side hustle. Here are 4…
LED grow lights are becoming the go-to for hobby hydroponic gardeners and for good reason. LED grow lights are overall more efficient and have a longer lifespan. There are now so many different grow lights to choose from. Here’s how…
Mint is one of my favorite herbs. It is easy to grow, grows fast and has so many uses. Here’s how you grow hydroponic mint. Recommended Mint Varieties for Hydroponics Any variety of mint will grow in a hydroponic garden.…
How close is too close? In hydroponics, plants don’t compete for water or nutrients the way they do in soil—but they still compete for light and airflow. Get spacing right, and you’ll grow more in less space with fewer headaches.…
I definitely recommend growing some hydroponic spinach. Spinach is high in iron and other nutrients that are beneficial to many aspects of your health. Like other leafy greens, it’s a cool-weather crop that grows great hydroponically. Here’s your guide to…
Water pumps are an important part of a hydroponic garden. It’s important to choose a pump that meets the requirements of what your hydroponic system will need. Here is how to choose the best water pump for your hobby hydroponic…
Our family loves broccoli. It can make a good healthy snack or side, though we typically choose to drown it in cheese. Broccoli can be a great hydroponic vegetable to grow especially during the winter months. Since it’s a cool-weather…
Recently I’ve been receiving a lot of questions about recommendations on gifts to get hydroponic gardeners. It can be hard to buy a gift for a hobby that you don’t know much about. Whether for birthdays, holidays, or just because,…
Basil is a popular herb to grow with both traditional and hydroponic growers. It’s easy to grow basil and thrives in hydroponic systems. Here’s a guide to growing some flavorful hydroponic basil. Recommended Basil Varieties for Hydroponics Any variety of…
It’s not always bad to see a spider or two hanging out in your hydroponic garden. But if that “spider” is actually a spider mite, you’ve got trouble. Unlike helpful spiders that may snack on pests, spider mites are there…
There are several ways to measure the pH of your hydroponic solution, one of which is using a pH test kit. Measuring the pH of your hydroponic nutrient solution with a pH test kit is easy to do and only…
One day your hydroponic tomatoes look perfect—firm, green, and healthy. The next day, you spot dark, sunken patches on the bottom of the fruit. That’s blossom end rot. And while it’s frustrating, it’s a common problem for soil and hydroponic…
