Hydroponics is certainly an easy way to grow and cultivate plants, that is not to say however that hydroponic gardening will require no work at all. Time and effort are essential if you are going to achieve decent growth and healthy tomatoes. Below are five tips that should help hydroponic gardeners grow their tomatoes.
- When placing your tomatoes into the system it is important to save space. Subsequently using plastic bins in which place your pots will help you decide on the size of your operation and how many plants you will be able to get into the space.
- Whether you choose to grow from seedlings or from seeds is entirely your choice. If growing from seedlings make sure to completely clean any soil away from the roots as this could lead to infection later down the line. If growing from seed you need to plant your seed in a nursery, typically using rockwool and perlite a growing media in which to germinate the seeds will be effective. Ensure that before you transplant your tomatoes into the main system that the roots are sufficient developed.
- It helps to give tomatoes some support when growing, subsequently support stakes are a good idea. These will help the tomato plants to grow upright and vertical.
- Nutrient selection is a key element in using hydroponics. Remember the ratio of water to nutrients at all times and carefully monitor the pH level of your nutrient solution regularly as this can be catastrophic if it is allowed to go too much either way.
- Finally, when placing your plants remember the importance of light and try to put your plants in an area with plenty of sunlight. Alternatively if you are going to be using grow lights, ensure that these have sufficient levels of lumen and also set up a light schedule for the tomatoes.
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