Hydroponics vs. Soil to grow Cannabis. Who is the winner?
The diary of a hydroponics novice Notes from one of our first customers who purchased the HydraMax 1-bucket system In recent years, I’ve occasionally grown cannabis in commercial soil for personal use, producing some pretty decent results. Now, I’ve decided to experiment with the hydroponic HydraMax system offered by Green Cult to see how much […]
Growing Cannabis with Aeroponics vs. HydraMax RDWC:
A Comprehensive Comparison Cannabis cultivation has seen significant advancements with the development of non-soil growing, particularly the Aeroponic and Recirculating Deep Water Culture (RDWC) methods. Both systems eliminate the need for soil, relying instead on ultra-concentrated nutrient solutions delivered directly to the roots. However, they operate in fundamentally different ways, each with its own set […]
What is Deep Water Culture?
Cultivating plants in water might seem unconventional, yet it’s not only feasible but a thriving technique embraced by many cultivators. Deep Water Culture (DWC) represents a hydroponic approach wherein plants enjoy consistent access to water, nutrients, and crucially, oxygen. The pivotal element lies in a straightforward yet essential process: aeration. Aeration: Its Importance and Mechanism […]
Hydroponic Nutrient Guide: Choosing the right solution
State-of-the-art hydroponics has transformed the cannabis-growing industry, benefiting both large-scale operations and personal crops. However, the success of a hydroponic operation hinges on the quality of nutrients provided to each plant. Whether you’re starting a hydroponics-based endeavor or integrating it into an existing setup, …
Cannabis Grow Trial shows Water & Nutrient Savings
The trial with a five-year-old company involved four 20-bucket HydraMax arrays grown indoors without ambient sunlight. The system was monitored throughout the test period for nutrient/water, temperature, oxidation-reduction potential (ORP), electrical conductivity (EC), pH and dissolved oxygen by Nuravine monitoring equipment. …
About Water temperature and pH levels
Learn how water temperature affects your pH levels as well as proper precautions to take to accurately measure the levels. Keep your plants happy and healthy! Water Temperature doesn’t affect your pH! …Or Does It?
Believe it or not, water pH value is directly related to its temperature.
About Substrate Farming and Water Consumption
Have you spent hours trying to select the best grow media and hydroponic system only for your plants to get diseased and/or require way too much water? You’re not alone. Many cultivators face this same issue in their facilities today. In this blog we will hear the thoughts from Hydra Unlimited’s Principle Engineer / Chief Scientist, Hank Bonnah, …