Hydroponic Newbie question :D

[LoboTheCzarnian]

Hi all, I thank you in advance for any answers, this is my situation:

I have a Nutriculture flo gro 510 (Flo-Gro 510 ebb & flood kit), and I would like to make two beautiful plants from it. but I'm inexperienced and I need help. I thought of using clay peebles as substrate.
In your opinion how often should I flood the vessel and for how long? How often should I change the nutrient solution in the tank? last question (I think ) Do you think a 150w hps would fit?

LoboTheCzarnian Reviewed by LoboTheCzarnian on 01-31-2011. Hydroponic Newbie question :D Hi all, I thank you in advance for any answers, this is my situation: I have a Nutriculture flo gro 510 (Flo-Gro 510 ebb & flood kit), and I would like to make two beautiful plants from it. but I'm inexperienced and I need help. I thought of using clay peebles as substrate. In your opinion how often should I flood the vessel and for how long? How often should I change the nutrient solution in the tank? last question (I think ;)) Do you think a 150w hps would fit? :confused: Rating: 5

[khyberkitsune]

That system is going to have a couple of limitations. First and foremost is oxygen. They claim an air stone and pump is unnecessary, but oxygen is one of the greatest limiting factors in a hydroponics system.

As for your substrate, clay pebbles or a perlite/vermiculite mix will be your best bet.

A 150w HPS in the system as it is currently designed will not cover it adequately. 250w is better.

[LoboTheCzarnian]

Hey thanks Khyber, back to work today . I've already taked the 150w hps but maybe i can add some holes in the System so i can plant the babies more closer from each other, or maybe i can add 2 neon 36w-6400k from the bottom (for the veg?). I was thinking of planting 2 lowrider Maxi GOM or 2 Automazar from Dutch Passion bank, they should be a little smaller than a normal plant then maybe i can go with the hps alone (distance 25cm?). What do you think? As for the irrigation im really in trouble because i really dont know where to start, The Sistem arrived without any instruction and im a total noob with hydroponic sistem ( some years of exp in soil) , if someone can help me, without hurry obviously, i would be very grateful. And sorry for my eng, lol. a hug :jointsmile:

[khyberkitsune]

Go with the Auto Mazar if you've got the 150HPS already.

[LoboTheCzarnian]

hey guys what's the right cicle day/light for the autoflowering plants? (automazar), thanks.