Gardening Simplified

Mixing nutrients is an essential part to all hydroponic growing systems. Plants require nutrients to grow. Hydroponic systems are designed to ensure maximum nutrient uptake. Use this guide to mix your nutrients correctly every time! Mixing nutrients in your reservoir is easy. At the end of this guide, there are links to take you to the full guide with pictures.

Start with reverse osmosis water if you can. Use one gallon jugs to fill water and mix nutrients for small hydroponic setups. Growers with bigger reservoirs will want to use a 5 gallon bucket to mix nutrients. Make sure the container you use is food grade. Food grade containers ensure no hazardous chemicals will leak into your plants.

Get a clean measurement tool like a cylinder. Read the label of your nutrients to determine the measurement of nutrients you need per gallon. If you are using a five gallon bucket make sure to multiply by 5. I like to start with half of what the bottle recommends to ensure I do not burn my plants. Pour your high grade organic nutrients into the measurement tool to make sure you have the correct amount.

Make sure you double check your nutrient measure. It is good to know the amount of nutrients used and at what time in the plant’s life cycle. Jotting down quick notes of these metrics and their results can leave you with valuable information for your next crop. Grow logs are an essential tool in building a better growing environment.

Line up your measurement device with the lip of your container and pour your nutrients in slowly. If you tilt the cylinder too much you may overshoot your container. If you spill some the measurement you took is now wrong. The loss will not affect your grow in a severe manner, but it is nice to have close to accurate measurements. Even if you are trying to achieve 100% efficiency you are unlikely to do so.

Hydroponic Reservoir

These reservoirs and lids are designed for simplicity in maintenance and performance. A great addition to a hydroponics garden, this durable 20-gallon White Reservoir is easy to clean, made of UV-resistant ABS plastic and measures 26 in. x 20 in. x 12 in. Botanicare’s Multi-Res Reservoirs for home hydroponics are designed for performance and easy maintenance. Each reservoir has a specially designed lid with an access port and a raised grip porthole cover. This standard feature allows easy access to the reservoir without taking the entire lid off, ensuring a more regulated routine when adding solutions, nutrients and water to your reservoir.

Hydroponic Reservoir Picture

Hydroponic Reservoir Image

Hydroponic Reservoir Picture

Hydroponic Reservoir Photo