Some big changes were made in the basil grow this week. The plants were switched from their initial top drip set up to an ebb and flow. For more information regarding the differences and advantages of each system, I'll refer you to a post I made a few months ago regarding using cloners, top drip and ebb and flow systems for an efficient continuous harvest system. In any case, the ebb and flow system, which works by flooding the entire Botanicare tray with nutrient solution, should solve the … [Read more...] about Basil Grow Journal Week 7 (3/23-4/1)
Top Drip
Building Hydro Efficiently
Why do we choose hydroponics over soil based horticulture? In short, hydroponic systems allow greater productivity while minimizing resource inputs, all in a shorter time interval as compared to traditional gardening or farming. Given the upfront investment in the hydroponic equipment we buy to build our gardens and the expense of water and nutrients, it makes sense to try to capitalize on these strengths. At the Fifth Season Gardening Co. at Carrboro, we have devised a simple, yet elegant … [Read more...] about Building Hydro Efficiently
