Strawberry crown rot is one of the fastest ways to lose an otherwise healthy hydroponic strawberry plant. One day, your plant looks great. A few days later, the leaves are drooping, the crown is turning brown, and the plant is…
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… but powdery mildew doesn’t need…
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…
Thrips in Hydroponics: How to Identify, Prevent, and Get Rid of Them Pests are a pain. And thrips sit high on the list of common—and frustrating—pests that can show up in a hydroponic garden. Don’t thrip out. Once you know…
Yes, even indoor gardens get invaded sometimes. Indoor hydroponic gardens may have fewer pest problems than outdoor soil gardens, but that doesn’t mean they’re immune. Warm temperatures, humidity, and steady light make the perfect home for a few tiny freeloaders.…
Aphids are one of those hydroponic pests that show up uninvited, settle in quickly, and—if you don’t act quickly—turn your plants into an all-you-can-eat buffet. The good news? Aphids are totally beatable, especially when you catch them early. Here’s how…
Those tiny, moth-looking insects hovering around your plants are more than just annoying. Whiteflies reproduce fast, spread disease, and can quietly take over a hydroponic garden if left unchecked. The good news? If you catch them early, whiteflies are very…
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…
Damping Off in Hydroponics: How to Spot It (and Stop It Before It Spreads) Short version: Damping off is a seed/seedling killer caused by water molds and fungi. It’s less common in hydroponics than soil, but it can happen in…
If you’re seeing tiny gnats hovering around your system, you’re not imagining it. Fungus gnats love moist media and algae — and while the adults are mostly annoying, their larvae chew through roots, stunt growth, and invite pathogens. The good…
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…
