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    Recirculation Basics – Part 3

    By Urban Garden Magazine ⋅ April 24, 2010 ⋅ 7 comments

    As we’ve learned in parts 1 and 2 of this series, in order to grow successfully in a hydroponic system, there are certain basics that always need to be kept in check, otherwise plant performance inevitably suffers. After covering source water, nutrient and pH, world-renowned hydroponics expert Michael Christan breaks down the final ingredients of a healthy indoor growing environment: oxygen, light, temperature, humidity, air circulation and CO2.

    Half-Cooked Thoughts: Pond Filter or Hydroponic Planter?

    By Grubbycup ⋅ April 23, 2010 ⋅ 4 comments

    Grubbycup demonstrates a hydroponic permaculture system that utilizes koi pond water and hydroponic lilies.

    Half-Cooked Thoughts: Eggshell Hydroponics

    By Grubbycup ⋅ April 21, 2010 ⋅ 3 comments

    Grubbycup demonstrates some basic hydroponics principles using eggshells. Yes, eggshells.

    Cucumber Grow Diary: NFT

    By Urban Garden Magazine ⋅ April 13, 2010 ⋅ 4 comments

    Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) systems are used widely by both commercial growers and hobbyists worldwide. They are renowned for being low maintenance and producing fast growth. By following some basic principles, anyone can achieve superlative results using NFT systems. Following on our introduction to NFT Gro-Tanks in Issue 9, Gareth Hopcroft takes us through how to set up and maintain this popular hobby system. After all, a picture of a cucumber-laden vine is worth a thousand words!

    Feed Four Families with this Hydroponic Greenhouse

    By Urban Garden Magazine ⋅ April 7, 2010 ⋅ One comment

    “Grow your own food!” is easy to say, but what exactly do you need to do to make that happen? We asked the indoor garden and greenhouse design and construction experts at Good Green Builders to draw us up a plan of a greenhouse that could feed not just one, but four families! So if the initial set-up costs of a family food production facility seem prohibitive, why not collaborate with your friends, split the investment, and enjoy the harvest together. Happy days!

    Crochet Hydroponics: Part 4

    By Grubbycup ⋅ March 18, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment

    Grubbycup spices up his adventures in crocheted hydroponic systems with mycorrhizal fungi.

    Build it Yourself: The PVC Pipe Hydro Garden

    By Urban Garden Magazine ⋅ February 20, 2010 ⋅ 34 comments

    For just a few dollars, you could be growing all the salad you need in time for your first summer BBQ! Keith Roberto, author of “How-To Hydroponics,” shows us how.

    First Look: NFT Gro-Tanks

    By Urban Garden Magazine ⋅ February 18, 2010 ⋅ 4 comments

    Compact. Self contained. Inexpensive. Easy to set up. Virtually no growth media required. No need to dial in complex irrigation schedules. Total control over a hyper-oxygenated, thriving root zone. Our main man with a high yielding plan, Everest Fernandez, takes a first look at NFT Gro-Tanks and shares some of his hands-on experience.

    Crochet Hydroponics: Part 3

    By Grubbycup ⋅ February 16, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment

    Grubbycup applies lessons learned from his first attempt with a crocheted hydroponics system.

    OPINION: Why Water?

    By Urban Garden Magazine ⋅ February 16, 2010 ⋅ 2 comments

    Daniel Wilson invites us to rethink what gardening in earth vs. gardening in water really means to the sustainability of indoor gardening.

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