If you’re ready to take the plunge into hydroponics, there are several fun and easy ways to get started. If you are looking to begin a commercial or large-scale enterprise or growing scheme, it is recommended that you get in contact with a hydroponics hardware supplier who may be able to sell at wholesale (and therefore cheaper) prices. If you instead want to take up hydroponics as a hobby or addition to your garden, there are several great companies both online and within the UK who supply starter kits and accessories.
Gro-Well is probably the most highly regarded name in commercial hydroponics hardware supplies, and they have an extensive range available online. Their kits are a great way to get everything you need to begin. Their hobby size kit is ideal for experimental hydroponics, teaching a class, or perhaps as a gift for that scientifically minded friend. The Hobby kits can grow 2-4 plants in an enclosed space (such as a cupboard), and come with Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) technology; a lighting system and hanging kit; a tank, pump and sheeting; a spreader mat, transplanting cubes and cutting cubes; and the absolutely vital nutrients and pH test kit. Larger kit sizes available will grow more plants – the kits come in 8-10, 16-20, and even larger quantities of plant-growing capabilities. In general, the more wattage available in the lighting and the larger the tank, the more plants you will feasibly be able to grow. Kits also come in hard or soft water varieties.
Gro-Well is probably the most highly regarded name in commercial hydroponics hardware supplies, and they have an extensive range available online. Their kits are a great way to get everything you need to begin. Their hobby size kit is ideal for experimental hydroponics, teaching a class, or perhaps as a gift for that scientifically minded friend. The Hobby kits can grow 2-4 plants in an enclosed space (such as a cupboard), and come with Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) technology; a lighting system and hanging kit; a tank, pump and sheeting; a spreader mat, transplanting cubes and cutting cubes; and the absolutely vital nutrients and pH test kit. Larger kit sizes available will grow more plants – the kits come in 8-10, 16-20, and even larger quantities of plant-growing capabilities. In general, the more wattage available in the lighting and the larger the tank, the more plants you will feasibly be able to grow. Kits also come in hard or soft water varieties.