Hydroponics and marijuana are key factors

Hydroponics is an incredibly technological field that allows you to cultivate most types of annual plants without soil. The hydroponic method helps the plant obtain all the necessary minerals from the nutrient solution.

The nutrient solution consists of filtered water and trace elements that are necessary for the full development of the plant. You can find such a mixture in agricultural stores, but it is cheaper to make it yourself. In this case, precision is essential. Do not forget that the shortage of hemp fertilizer is no less dangerous than a surplus.

Ideal Proportion of Hydroponics Solution

Cultivation of marijuana in hydroponics has been practiced since 1938 (in countries where it is not prohibited by law). During this time, scientists have revealed all the secrets of growing this method, and have found the ideal proportion of nutrient solution that sounds like this:

• A liter of water;
• Calcium nitrate - 1 g;
• Potassium chloride - 0.125 g;
• Potassium phosphate - 0.25 g;
• Magnesium sulfate - 0.25 g;
• Iron chloride - 0.0125g

The solution should be changed every two to three weeks to avoid bacterial contamination. Rinse the container with warm water without acidic detergents. The mixture for hydroponics should always be at the same temperature (23-25 C).

Hydroponic setup

Cultivation of hemp in hydroponics does not require a lot of extra costs. All the efforts made are fully justified. For a grower, this is a tremendous experience that will help you learn all the subtleties and needs when growing a variety. To grow marijuana hydroponically you will need:

• Compressor;
• Flexible tubes;
• A timer that is needed to turn the system off and on;
• Spray stone;
• Coconut fiber;
• Expanded clay;
• Special flowerpots;
• Fertilizers for hydroponics;
• Forced ventilation;
• Dehumidification systems;
• Artificial lighting.

For a cannabis plant, air humidity is an important factor. It should not exceed 60% during the growing season and flowering. When humidity levels are too high, transpiration (the plant's metabolism) slows down, resulting in reduced water and micronutrient uptake. High humidity promotes the spread of bacteria and the formation of fungi. This factor may prevent farmers from achieving the desired result. To avoid this, it is necessary to use a dehumidification and ventilation system.

Expanded clay will serve as excellent drainage so that there is no stagnation of water, and the hemp root system receives enough air. And the coconut fiber is responsible for anchoring the roots in the pots. Technical devices will serve as a water purification system. Such filters are necessary in order to prevent the reproduction of harmful bacteria and fungal infections.

The Benefits of Hydroponics

• The hydroponic method allows marijuana to receive all the micro and macro elements in the required amount, which contributes to a good life cycle and the formation of excellent fruits;
• Thanks to hydroponics, cannabis has excellent immunity;
• The plant is protected from drought and overflow;
• Easy to transplant a bush;
• The most budget option;
• No need to use herbicides;
• The bush cannot be infected with fungus, mold or bacterial infections.