Easiest DWC Hydroponic System
How to build and operate DWC Bucket System – fyihydroponics@live.com New: Kits for this system now available at ecogrow.com toll free 1-800-426-6937.
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How to build and operate DWC Bucket System – fyihydroponics@live.com New: Kits for this system now available at ecogrow.com toll free 1-800-426-6937.
I tried it without using an air stone and it worked just fine – so why buy what I don’t need? I think it depends on the pump’s output – there are pumps that have multiple outlets. I know ecogrow.com sells an eight pack with an eight outlet pump.
Ronald Kleinman
March 14, 2013 at 9:59 am
marijuana!
Denaro1987
March 14, 2013 at 10:59 am
why did u decide not to use an airstone? also is there a limit to how many systems you could run off 1 pump?
cawkazn
March 14, 2013 at 11:45 am
They dont ship outside the US 🙁 Thanks Ill keep looking, or maybe just drill some holes in some normal pots. 😉
Smokie1969
March 14, 2013 at 12:15 pm
Thanks for the comment – glad you love the video! I get my net baskets online from Eco Enterprises (ecogrow.com). Seems like they should be available in your area as well – good luck!
Ronald Kleinman
March 14, 2013 at 12:33 pm
Love this! Where abouts did you get the large net cups? having problems finding anything like that here in Australia.
Smokie1969
March 14, 2013 at 1:03 pm
Thanx, this was a really great video.
rebel surename
March 14, 2013 at 1:16 pm
How do you Check the water level?…or test the PH and PPM daily without taking the lid off every day to do so?…..also, If you were to grow from seed and put them ins ponges..would you not have o wet he sponges on a daily basis or they would dry up?
actont
March 14, 2013 at 2:01 pm
No air-stone. Air is pumped through the tube. Check out the “Amazing RootSpa” video on my channel. Good luck – so far these bubble buckets work great!
Ronald Kleinman
March 14, 2013 at 2:30 pm
Hello and thank you for the video. Do you use an air-stone inside the bucket? Or is the aid supply just out of the 1/2″ elbow?
Getting ready to build one!
Thanks!
21beachhead
March 14, 2013 at 3:13 pm
I doubt if there would be much difference in the results between either method. I have gotten excellent results with tomatoes growing in hydro and soil. I like growing hydroponically because you have more control of plant growth. I believe that the type of fertilizer used and controlling the growing environment are the main things to look at for optimal growth.
Ronald Kleinman
March 14, 2013 at 3:53 pm
every 2 weeks atleast. If you want really nice plants.
sloon boon
March 14, 2013 at 4:03 pm
What is the difference in buds between growing with soil and hydroponic? Quantity/quality everything else holding equal?
saidox
March 14, 2013 at 4:26 pm
Drain once a month through drain tube. Refill with tap water through the grow medium and drain again. This rinses out the grow medium. Replace with new nutrient solution. You can use expended nutrient solution on outside plants. No need to clean inside of bucket till after harvest. Grow for it! Thanks for the comment.
Ronald Kleinman
March 14, 2013 at 4:40 pm
I change my nutrient solution about once a month – seems to work ok. But, in between changes, I just add water through the growing medium and add nutrient through the tube – that has worked great so far and I have been doing it for a couple of years now.
Ronald Kleinman
March 14, 2013 at 5:07 pm
How often do i change the water/nutrients out?
Vince Herrera
March 14, 2013 at 5:51 pm
IM Confused. How Do u change the water out and how often… would u have to clean the bucket when adding a different kind of nutrient or add new water when adding nutrients
John Doee
March 14, 2013 at 5:59 pm
Thanks for answer 🙂
ive sim
March 14, 2013 at 6:35 pm
Hi – I use mainly Botanicare pure blend pro. Grow formula to start with then switch to bloom later on.
Thanks for watching!
Ronald Kleinman
March 14, 2013 at 6:49 pm
what kind of nutrients you use for plants?
tnx
ive sim
March 14, 2013 at 7:39 pm
Probably not enough light - especially for the blossoming stage. Need High Intensity Discharge (HPS) or lots of T-5 lights.
Ronald Kleinman
March 14, 2013 at 8:30 pm
probably around 3 oz maybe less, i always say a oz is the least per plant, and its better to expect less and get more then to expect more and get less.
GIitchclan12
March 14, 2013 at 8:48 pm
5 oz dry ….my guess
MPeasant
March 14, 2013 at 9:22 pm
No. A pH of 6.3 is considered optimal for most plants to receive the proper balance of nutrients whether in a bucket system or in the ground. I usually control pH for acid loving plants between 5.5 and 6.5
Ronald Kleinman
March 14, 2013 at 9:50 pm