danksmoker77
Well-Known Member
Hi fellow RIU's. I'm starting this thread because I have found some varying reports as to what are optimum levels when cloning in an aero/ez -cloner type of systems. I am interested in getting an overall consensus on optimum levels when specifically using an aero or ez-cloner for cloning. I would like to hear from people that can say what has worked best for them. I am new to cloning and the only info I have is what I read. Here are the parameters I am interested in, please tell me if what I have listed is incorrect.
Thanx!!
A. RES. PARAMETERS
1. Water Temp:
75` optimal,70-80 as long as under 80` to prevent algae growth
2. Ph:
5.8-6.5, research says ph dosent matter really since theer are no roots yet
3. Nutes:
no nutes necessary since there are no roots to uptake nutes.
4. watering? cycle or 24/7:
research says 24/7 watering with well aerated water.
B. Enviormental Parameters
1. Air Temp:
72 optimal, 70` -79`acceptable? this is very questionable.
2. Humidity:
35-80%, research says humidity not a factor when using aero system.
3. Misting?
I believe it is unnecessary after first day or two of cutting.
4. Lighting?
Not much light is necessary untill roots, but definitely no hid lighting. I like 1 or 2 2' t5 about a foot away for 10-20 clones
Please reply with your thoughts on aero cloning. I am using a diy aero cloner made from a rubbermaid container, hydro pump, air pump, pvc, misters, and heater. I adjust to the above parameters, and use advanced nutrients juicy roots gel when cutting. Besides juicy roots cloning gel there are no other nutrients in the res. just plain water. I use 4 parts Reverse Osmosis water and 1 part tap water.
Thanx!!
A. RES. PARAMETERS
1. Water Temp:
75` optimal,70-80 as long as under 80` to prevent algae growth
2. Ph:
5.8-6.5, research says ph dosent matter really since theer are no roots yet
3. Nutes:
no nutes necessary since there are no roots to uptake nutes.
4. watering? cycle or 24/7:
research says 24/7 watering with well aerated water.
B. Enviormental Parameters
1. Air Temp:
72 optimal, 70` -79`acceptable? this is very questionable.
2. Humidity:
35-80%, research says humidity not a factor when using aero system.
3. Misting?
I believe it is unnecessary after first day or two of cutting.
4. Lighting?
Not much light is necessary untill roots, but definitely no hid lighting. I like 1 or 2 2' t5 about a foot away for 10-20 clones
Please reply with your thoughts on aero cloning. I am using a diy aero cloner made from a rubbermaid container, hydro pump, air pump, pvc, misters, and heater. I adjust to the above parameters, and use advanced nutrients juicy roots gel when cutting. Besides juicy roots cloning gel there are no other nutrients in the res. just plain water. I use 4 parts Reverse Osmosis water and 1 part tap water.
