Hey man, if you want to go hydro, search online and on this forum for DIY DWC buckets. Preferrably though, if you are a newb, try growing one very simple plant in soil so you can get the hang of growing before you step up to hydro.

When working in hydro, you need to be able to make quick diagnoses, sometimes without our help, and know WHAT to do WHEN.

Soil, in many ways, is much more forgiving than hydro.

Get yourself a nice light, do some reading on the significance of pH, different nutrient solutions, different soils, light schedules, strains, etc.

If you are HELL BENT on doing a hydro grow, don't try to tackly 5 plants at once with this monster of a machine. Research on this site and try googling "Hempy Buckets". Simply put, these are an amazing way to grow with a soilless medium.

Good luck man. Do some research and save your money for some NICE lights,

SMG
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