Easy homemade hydroponic ?

[CaptnJack]

Ok so im new to the idea of hydroponics, and i just wanted to know if anyone has some easy simple instructions for creating a hydroponic system, and maintaining growth indoors. i'd really appreciate it thnx.


(also any simple nutrients that are easy to find and use? if there is)

 

[vh13]

Basil grown in Hempy Buckets is doing better then I could have dreamed, and with only slightly more effort then soil.

 

[Platipy]

1.silicon airstone to bottom of 5 gallon bucket 2.hook up to airpump 3.cut hole in lid that fits you your net pots (i rock 4-5") 4.insert pot and medium 5.grow nuggets
you can hook up two or more of the same pump depending on how strong it is. i used two strong pumps for six buckets and built a little waterfarm bubbleponics type deal. simple cheap and easy to build

 

[Platipy]

check out foxfarm nutes. i like um

 

[CaptnJack]

Ok soo like i completely appreciate it but call me grow retarded but any way you'd break that down even more like ".cut hole in lid that fits you your net pots (i rock 4-5") 4.insert pot and medium 5.grow nuggets " can you explain that more in depth like what they are, any way to kinda give it visual? hope its not asking to much but i'd REALLLY appreciate it

 

[crisekris]

DWC! DWC! Its a must for your first hydro system. Much easier to use and maintain compared to most not to mention it gives massive yields if done properly. Check out this thread, its good shit.

https://www.rollitup.org/hydroponics-aeroponics/105029-build-your-own-dwc-bubbleponics.html

 

[Platipy]

my b. net pots

you can use a number of different types of medium, aka shit to put in your net pot. i use expanded clay pellets cause i also use them my vivariums lol just found this picture

you dont need all the fancy shit on the side. also, you can use just a straight airstone.

 

[CaptnJack]

what kind of pump? any good ones for cheap?

 

[Revolution101]

Set up a system like that with stuff all at the hydro store for under 300. It was 8 5 gallon buckets, large air stones, lids with net pots on them already, and a 8 site pump, + the hydroton medium. Then all you would need is lights and clones. Also sell nicer versions with reservoirs and control buckets and drip feeds and various other things to help out. Or you could build your own with supplies you go find but at least go t oa hydro shop to see the pre made stuff at least for a good idea. For evan a smaller space you can take large rubbermaid containers, cut 4 - 6 holes in the lid, put small net pots in those holes and have air stones in the rubbermaid so its multiple plants but only one system to maintain... but... if you're not using clones and the roots get tangled once you find a male and you kill it the dead root wad gets acidic in the res water and could kill the other plants... but from clone for a little closet grow these work great!

 

[Silky Shagsalot]

if you want to grow hydro and it to be as easy as possible, and cheaper, try coco coir. there's no pumps and lines or changing out/cleaning a rez, there's no easier method. you get all the same advantages of the growth with coco too.

 

[Revolution101]

Hmmm... I use coco in one of our hydro tables but it also uses a res that just drip feeds into coco mixed with hydroton. straight dwc is what has been most successful for me so far.

 

[GypsyBush]

How do I make an ebb & flow
hydroponic system?





The goal: To demonstrate the construction of an Ebb & Flow hydroponic system.

The system being constructed is small, however the design is the same as larger systems.

Parts list...

• Restaurant bus tub, 15 1/2" x 20 1/2" x 4 1/2", flood tray.
  
• Restaurant bus tub, 15 1/2" x 20 1/2" x 7", reservoir.
  
• Reservoir lid, 15 3/4" x 22".
  
• Overflow fitting.
  
• Fill/drain fitting.
  
• Water pump, 70 gph.
  
• Tubing, 1/2" ID.
  
• Aquarium air pump.
  
• Air stones.
  
• Green air line.
  
  Notice, in the pictures above, the one inch holes, in the flood tray for the overflow, and fill/drain fittings, also, the two inch holes in the lid, for the fittings to pass through.
  
  
  

  
  
  A view of the plumbed flood tray with lid. See how it fits over the fittings.​
  
  

  
  
  This is a view of the reservoir with lid, and plumbed flood tray.
  
  

  
  
  Here, it's all assembled. The water and air pumps are not shown. The power cord, and air lines fit between, the reservoir and lid. A small notch may need to be added, to avoid pinching the air lines, and to help the flood tray sit level.
  
  
  

  
  
  Assembled with six 5 1/2" square pots. Notice the easy access to both fittings. The fill/drain fitting has a connector for a 1/2" hose, under the screen. Remove the screen, connect the hose, turn the pump on, and pump out the nutrient solution. Makes reservoir change outs very easy.
  
  
  

  
  
  Another view of the system.
  
  

  
  
  Note: Choosing a container...
  
  Not all containers are made equal. Some are very sturdy, while others are not. Using a weak container will only lead to failure and a flood. Choose heavy duty containers. Also, some containers will need a center support to keep them level under the weight of the nutrient solution.
  
  Note: About sizes...
  
  The reservoir should be large enough, to hold two, to three times the volume of the flood tray or table. The pump should be sized to flood the tray in 5 min. or less.

Added on: Friday, April 20, 2007 Viewed: 2848 times

 

[GypsyBush]

DIY Hydro Thingy

Originally Posted by GypsyBush

Like I was just thinking that I have an area in my op that has enough light to warrant a few more ladies...

But I am kinda strapped for cash right now so I went looking around the house...

I found...

1 - 185 gph water pump

2 - 5ft of flexible hose

3 - 18 gallon tub (the res)

4 - bottom half of a 32 gallon rubbermaid (the tray)

5 - 11 6" pots

6 - some string

7 - some gravel from the driveway ( I would have preferred using hydroton, but the gravel was free, we'll see how it works)

It is a recirculating drip/squirt sytem...

The water gets pumped to the individual pots via holes in the hose.. and returns to the res via holes in the bottom of the tray...

I plan on running it 4 hours on 15 min off... during lights on...

Simple as it gets, and although it was not free, most people here have this stuff at home...

Here is the picture...

and I'll make sure to bring updated pics when the time comes...

Cheers...

Got rid of the strings... drilled some holes on the pots...

Now I need a plug for the hose....

 

[Revolution101]

haha looks tight. good riggin!

 

[GrowingMadness]

It's even easier to simply get a mister on the bottom of the reservoir. That with an air pump will work better than separately

 

[CaptnJack]

hahaha i appreciate it guys, but the ebb and flow post....i was askin for an EASY project hahahah

nahh but thanks tho mann (im totally kiddin thnx fer the post)

 

[GypsyBush]

Dude.. I get your joke.. lol... haha...

But if you think following ANY of these is difficult or too complicated... maybe you should stick to soil... no offense, but ebb/flow is EASY to set up and maintain...

LOL.. it is the preferred Lazy Stoner set up lol...

 

[CaptnJack]

well if i were to use this one, how would i set up the res?

 

[GypsyBush]

well if i were to use this one,

which one? there were several suggestions...

how would i set up the res?

which part of the step by step instructions did you not understand?

It's all there dude...

 

[CaptnJack]

the second one, yea sorry your step by step instructions must have been too intricate and complex for me to follow, i didn't seem to catch if there was a res involved with it. i mean i should've picked up on it since this is my first time.