Vertical Interior Garden

Free Hydroponic Garden

Marijuana Hydroponics - How to Build Your Own Marijuana Hydroponic Garden

These are plans to make a fairly portable, and very inexpensive advanced hydroponic system. These plans only explain how to make the garden itself, and do not explain how to use or maintain it. If you plan on using this garden, you should get yourself a good book on hydroponics, and look it over.
I am intentionally leaving out those parts about plant nutrition, light cycles, etc. so as not to appear to be writing a guidebook for growing marijuana.  It is also to make you seek out another source of information so your knowledge of hydroponics comes from more than just this article.  I do not grow marijuana, and never have.  I'm just a high-tech home gardener with information to share.  If you are caught growing marijuana while using the system described herein, don't even think of running to me, I didn't tell you to grow marijuana.  In fact, I'd suggest planting a crop of cherry tomatoes, which can be fooled into producing fruit indoors year round, and is a very easy plant to start hydroponics with.
Materials needed:
1     5-10 gallon bucket
2     Pieces of PVC or ABS pipe, 8-10" long, 5" or greater diameter.
4     Caps for PVC/APS pipe ends.
1     waterpump capable of about 50 Gallons per Hour (you will need a bigger pump if you choose to make this a larger system)
4'     of hose that will fit the waterpump (often 3/8")
1     TEE joint (or Y-splitter) that fits the water hose
4     clamps for the water hose (one for pump to hose, and 3 for hoses to TEE fitting.)
1     Airpump, airstone, and some airline from a fish tank.
1     Can White epoxy based spray paint
1     Can Black Epoxy based spray paint

Procedure:

1. Everything must be made light tight.  Paint all hoses, the bucket, the PVC/ABS and the lid of the bucket with a layer of black paint.  Let it dry overnight, and then cover it with a layer of white paint to make it reflective, and reduce the temperature of the nutrient solution.
2. Take each of PVC pieces and drill a 1 inch hole on the side, about one inch from the end.  Then epoxy the caps onto the ends of the PVC.
3. Drill the inlet/outlet holes; these should be located on the caps of the PVC.  The inlet hole should be as low as possible or as close to the wall of the PVC, and the outlet-hole should be as high as possible.
4. Now cut two 5" holes in the sides of the bucket (close to the top), and epoxy the PVC in place, so about 2" of pipe (and the outlet hole) are inside the bucket, and the 1" hole is facing straight up.
5. Oxygen into the nutrient solution, and not to dissolve CO2. CO2 can kill root systems. If you are growing outside, or not enriching CO2, then the pump can sit anywhere.
6. Place the water pump in the bottom of the bucket (assuming it is a submersible one) and attach a hose to it long enough to reach the top of the bucket. Cut a hole in the lid of the bucket for this hose to go through. Then attach the TEE fitting to the hose. Now attach hoses to the free ends of the TEE, and run them to the inlet holes on the end of the PVC pipes. Use clamps on the TEE fitting and on the pump itself, but use epoxy to attach the hoses to the PVC. This seal must be completely water tight. Let them dry for 24 hours.
7. Put some water in the bucket and turn on the pump. What should happen is the PVC pieces will fill with water, and then when they are full, they should begin to continuously drain out the outlet holes, and back into the bucket. If you are getting leaks anywhere, fix them immediately. If water is coming out of the 1" hole on the top of the pipe, then either your pump is too strong, or your outlet hole is too small. Fix one or the other.
8. Empty the system (hint, remove the hose from the pump to drain the arms), and replace the water with some form of hydroponic nutrient solution (look in a hydroponics book for details on what exactly to use, or visit a gardening store, and ask)
9. Place your plants into the system. The best way I have found to do this is to take a 1 1/8" garden hose and cut a 1" tube off of one end. Then slit the tube down one side. Wrap the stem of your plant (just above the roots) with polyester fluff (available at aquarium stores, for stuffing into external water filters) and then wrap the garden hose around the fluff. Then force the hose into the hole at the top of the PVC arm. People also have used rubber stoppers.
10. Turn on the air/water pumps, and let your garden grow.
This is obviously just a small setup, but these plans can easily be modified for much larger systems, using longer pieces of PVC, or more than one pair of arms, and a larger bucket to hold the nutrients (I've seen one made with a 55 gallon drum, and 8 separate arms, each holding 4 plants)
I personally use this setup indoors (under a skylight in my apartment) to grow 2 cherry tomato plants. What you do with your own garden is your own business, and obviously I can't be held responsible if you choose to grow anything illegal.

DefaultBestsellingPrice: low to highPrice: high to lowAlphabetical: A to ZAlphabetical: Z to A

Hydrofarm CK64050 Germination Station with Heat Mat List Price: $34.99 Sale Price: $27.56 You save: $7.43 (21%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Heated Germination Station seed starting system. Offers increased growing success by providing gentle warmth to the planting bed and by controlling the humidity under the dome, much like a greenhouse. Includes 17 watt, UL listed, waterproof heat mat and 11 inch x 22 inch watertight growing tray with a 72 cell seedling insert and instructions. Features Germination station with electric heat, humidity control and 72-cell seedling inserts Provides gentle warmth to the planting bed; controls humidity under 2-inch dome Humidity dome with dual vent points for optimal airflow Includes seed starting booster, instructions with growing tips Watertight base tray measures 11 by 22 inches

EarthBox RB-EB-GRN-PBB Garden Kit, Dark Green List Price: $75.00 Sale Price: $49.99 You save: $25.01 (33%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The patented EarthBox was developed by commercial farmers and proven in the lab and on the farm. This maintenance-free, award-winning, high-tech growing system controls soil conditions, eliminates guesswork and more than doubles the yield of a conventional garden with less fertilizer, less water and virtually no effort! No digging, no weeding, no guesswork. Vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers grow bigger, tastier and faster in the EarthBox! The EarthBox Garden Kit measures 30" L x 13.5" W x 12" H and includes fertilizer, dolomite, two germination covers and castor wheels for easy movement. Almost any brand of potting mix for containers or hanging plants will work with EarthBox (not included), which has a large capacity of 2.5 cubic feet Features Wheeled garden box growing kit with fertilizer, dolomite, 2 germination covers Great for cultivating vegetables, herbs and flowers on windowsills, decks, balconies Sets up in just minutes to grow anywhere, indoors or outdoors Just add planting mix, seedlings and water; includes foolproof instructions Measures 30 by 13-1/2 by 12 inches (l x w x h); 2-1/2-cubic-foot soil capacity

Green Pea Sprouting Seed- Organic- 5 Lbs- Dried Green Peas for Sprouting Sprouts, Garden Planting, Cooking, Soup, Food Storage, Hydroponics, Vegetable Gardening List Price: $15.95 Sale Price: $13.95 You save: $2.00 (13%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description 5 Lb Can of dried Green Peas. Sprout great using the jar method, tray method or by using a Sprout Sack. Nitrogen packed for long shelf life. Certified Organic. Features 5 Lb Nitrogen Dry Packed Can of Dried Green Peas Certified Organic Sprouting Seeds Nitrogen Packed Can High Germination Rate

General Hydroponics Flora Nova BLOOM Quart + 50% More Free Sale Price: $34.95   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 2-3 business days See Reviews For This Product Description FLORA NOVA Liquid Super Concentrated Nutrient FloraNova represents a breakthrough in fertilizer technology, as it gives users both the strength of a dry concentrate and the ease of a liquid. This unique formulation of highly purified minerals and natural additives combines the benefits of hydroponic as well as organic gardening methods. FloraNova one part formulation, combines all the elements required for hydroponic cultivation, plus it is extremely concentrated. A very small amount of FloraNova mixed with fresh water will provide your plants with proper nutrition. FloraNova works superbly in hydroponic environments, as well as with both soil-less mixtures and soil grown plants Features Extremely easy to use. Outstanding for all plant types. Superb for Hydroponic, Soil-less, and Soil Cultivation. Super Concentrated and pH Stabilized. Optimum nutrient absorption is aided by Natural Humic Extracts.

General Hydroponics Flora Nova Grow Quart + 50% More Free Sale Price: $34.95   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 2-3 business days See Reviews For This Product Description FLORA NOVA GROW: Works as a specialized nutrient for rapidly growing plants during the structural and foliar growth phase.FLORA NOVA Liquid Super Concentrated Nutrient FloraNova represents a breakthrough in fertilizer technology, as it gives users both the strength of a dry concentrate and the ease of a liquid. This unique formulation of highly purified minerals and natural additives combines the benefits of hydroponic as well as organic gardening methods. FloraNova one part formulation, combines all the elements required for hydroponic cultivation, plus it is extremely concentrated. A very small amount of FloraNova mixed with fresh water will provide your plants with proper nutrition. FloraNova works superbly in hydroponic environments, as well as with both soil-less mixtures and soil grown plants Features Extremely easy to use. Outstanding for all plant types. Superb for Hydroponic, Soil-less, and Soil Cultivation. Super Concentrated and pH Stabilized. Optimum nutrient absorption is aided by Natural Humic Extracts.

Chinese Cabbage Sprouting Seed - 5 Lbs - Perfect for Edible Seeds, Gardening, Hydroponics, Growing Salad Greens, Sprouts & Food Storage List Price: $49.95 Sale Price: $33.95 You save: $16.00 (32%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description 5 Lb. Nitrogen Packed Can of Chinese Cabbage sprouting seed. These provide lots of vitamin A and C, minerals and when exposed to light are high in chlorophyll. Do not sprout for too long or they will taste bitter. Features 5 Lb Bag of Chinese Cabbage Sprouting Seed High Germination Rate Long Shelf Life

Organic Red Clover Sprouting Seeds -35 Lbs- Red Sweet Clover Seed for Sprouting, Gardening, Salad Greens, Hydroponics, Edible Seed, Food Storage & More List Price: $119.00 Sale Price: $99.00 You save: $20.00 (17%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description 35 Pounds of Certified Organic Clover Sprout Seeds. Nitro-Packed for long shelf life. Clover sprouts turn green with chlorophyll when exposed to light. They add a zestful taste to salads and other dishes and sprout well with other seeds. Features 35 Lb Nitrogen Packed Re-Sealable Bucket of Clover Sprouting Seeds Certified Organic Sprouting Seeds Nitrogen Packed Re-Sealable Bucket High Germination Rate

Flora Hydroponics Complete Soil Grow Room - 3 x 3 x 6 Feet Sale Price: $850.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Complete 3 x 3 x 6 feet Soil Grow Room. We've customized these huts for your gardening enjoyment. Our Grow Rooms are assembled with the industries leading products to ensure consistent harvest time after time. Grow your favorite plants in this easy to assemble grow room year-round. Grow room includes: Silver Edition Hydrohut 3 x 3 x 6 feet, 400 Watt swithcable Xrtasun 6AC grow light system with a metal halide and a high pressure sodium bulb, 4 inch active air filter, 4 inch active air in-line fan, 1 set of light hangers, 2 dual digital timers, twelve 1 gallon pots and saucers, hygrometer / thermometer, air king clip fan, Fertiss soil less starter Plugs, 72 count and Olivia's Cloning Gel. Features Complete year round indoor gardening room Self contained with reflective interior Comes with two digital timers Includes a flood table with fittings Reliable Xrtasun 6AC grow light system

Flora Hydroponics Complete Hydro Grow Room - 3 x 3 x 6 Feet Sale Price: $1,050.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Complete 3 x 3 x 6 foot Hydro grow room. We've customized these huts for your gardening enjoyment. Our Grow Rooms are assembled with the industries leading products to ensure consistent harvest time after time. Grow your favorite plants in this easy to assemble grow room year-round. Grow Room Includes: 400 Watt swithcable Xrtasun 6AC Grow Light System with a metal halide and a high pressure sodium bulb, 4 inch active air filter, 4 inch active air in-line fan, 1 set of light hangers, 3 x 3 flood table (includes pump, tubing and fittings). 25 Gallon Reservoir with lid, 2 - dual digital timers, twelve 1 gallon pots and saucers, hygrometer / thermometer, air king clip fan, Fertiss soil less starter plugs, 72 count and Olivia's Cloning Gel. Features Complete indoor grow room for your garden Self contained with reflective interior Comes with two digital timers Includes a flood table with fittings Reliable Xrtasun 6AC grow light system

GoGnats Insect Control Liquid Concentrate - 1 Quart Sale Price: $42.50   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description GoGnats is a poison-free alternative for the control of oil-fungus gnats, mites, aphids, moths, and other garden and hydroponic pests that may be used as a plant and area spray, added to nutrient reservoirs, or used as a soil drench. It can be added directly to reservoirs on a regular basis as part of a plant maintenance program, and used indoors and out. goGnats is exempt from EPA registration under section 25(b) of FIFRA. Not for sale in IN, KY, MS, TN, and VT. Features Liquid concentrate to control insect infestation Use indoor and outdoor Dilute and mix as a foliar spray Establish a pest free perimeter Developed for the conscious home gardener