Optimizing Oxygenation in DWC for Better Plant Growth

Optimizing Oxygenation in DWC for Better Plant Growth

Deep Water Culture (DWC) hydroponics is great for fast growth, but healthy roots still need plenty of oxygen. If the water’s oxygen level drops too low, roots can drown, leading to problems like rot and poor nutrient absorption.   Think of it this way: just like...
Powerhouse Plant: CDC Names Watercress Healthiest Vegetable

Powerhouse Plant: CDC Names Watercress Healthiest Vegetable

Watercress, a leafy green plant with a peppery flavor, has been named the healthiest vegetable by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And for a good reason. With its high nutrient content and versatile use in culinary dishes, it’s easy to see...
Designing for Growth: Hydroponic Project Design

Designing for Growth: Hydroponic Project Design

As any grower will tell you, the strength of the roots is important for a plant to thrive. The same idea applies in hydroponics, not just in the plants themselves, but the very foundation in which a hydroponic operation is built. The cornerstone of any successful...
Hydroponic Lighting: Shedding Light on This Growth Factor

Hydroponic Lighting: Shedding Light on This Growth Factor

Hydroponics is the future of farming! This indoor, water-based growing technique is renowned for several reasons, one being that growers can control every factor of their plants’ growth to produce the best possible yields, including lighting! All plants need light to...