NFT(nutrient film technique) is running solution along a surface via gravity for which the plants suck up nutrient. It is very common to grow lettuce...More

Aeroponics Aeroponics is basically hydroponics, but with a twist. Instead of using a growing medium to anchor roots and to run a solution through, the...More

Soilless Mix Systems Soilless mix composed chiefly of peat moss is unquestionably the most versatile horticultural medium. It comes under trade names such as Sunshine...More

Soilless Mix / Forest Compost / Peat Moss Step 1: Planning the Garden Dimensions or Determining the Container Size. Matching the right plant to the...More

Organic Hydroponics The formulas in this section are designed for mediums that drain well such as perlite, coconut fibers, and clay pellets. These formulas will...More

Reusing Soilless Mix and Forest Compost When the indoor or outdoor crop is finished, the mix can be reused, meaning that the grow medium can...More

Hydroponic Mediums Choosing a Hydroponic Medium Choosing the proper hydroponic medium is the most important factor for a successful hydroponic garden. All mediums react to...More

Extreme Outdoor Hydroponic Systems The systems in this chapter are designed to deal with all predators, domestic and wild. These predators can cause problems for...More

Hydroponic / Aeroponic / Organic Soil Feeding How to Mix a Nutrient Solution Mixing a nutrient solution can be as easy as doing what the...More