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 up for $79 to test…
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…
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 best parts about hydroponic gardening? You can tailor it to your style. Whether you want a sleek store-bought setup or a DIY creation made from buckets and tubing, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. The key is creating a…
Hydroponic gardening doesn’t have to take up a ton of space. Whether you’re living in an apartment, traveling with your setup, or just short on room, portable hydroponic systems are an ideal solution. In this guide, we’ll cover some 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…
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…
“How much does a hydroponic system cost?” Short answer: as much as you want to spend. You can DIY a simple setup or buy a plug-and-grow kit with lights, pumps, and an app. To save you time, here are solid…
If your plants live in water, they still need air. In hydroponics, oxygen at the root zone is non-negotiable—without it, growth stalls and roots can turn slimy fast. That’s where air stones and air diffusers come in: they turn the…
If you’re a regular visitor of NoSoilSolutions then you know I’m all about hydroponic gardening made easy. It wasn’t long after I started using the Geeni Smart Surge Protector to control my hydroponic grow tent that I knew I came…
Plant clones are a great way to start or expand your hydroponic garden, but cloners can be kind of expensive. Luckily it’s cheap and easy to build a hydroponic cloner. Building a DWC hydroponic cloner is almost the same steps…
Deep Water Culture (DWC) is one of the simplest and most effective hydroponic systems you can build. It’s affordable, easy to maintain, and works great for leafy greens, herbs, and even some fruiting plants. In this guide, I’ll walk you…
