Ok. I have some bag seeds and tomatos started in a composting material but couldnt wait to try out my newly made 6 hole bubbler. So last night I filled my 18 gallon container with well water that had a ph of 8. I adjusted the ph to 6, added an aquarium heater and am trying to get the water to 60 degrees f. I have 2 bubblers in the 18 gallon container (not sure if thats overkill or appropriate). So anyway I am using lava rock as a growing aggregate and I washed and boiled the lava rocks. Then, for the hell of it I had some shitty miracle gro organic liquid I had left over from last years garden and added a half cup which is half the recommended amount for mixing with 18 gallons of water so like I said, Im experimenting with what I have on hand before my seeds are ready to transplant. I then cut off a couple elephant ear Ivy shoots, dipped them in root stimulator and put them right in. I honestly expected them to be drooping this morning but they appear to be doing very well in the solution

For lighting I have a 4 bulb 48 inch florescent unit and grabbed 4 of the 40 watt GE Plant and Aquarium bulbs. Once again, I know those arent the best choice but its what I had laying around. Ill post pics later today to get some advice and constructive criticisms.

Thanks.
Portzilla Reviewed by Portzilla on . Experimenting with bubble hydro. First timer. Ok. I have some bag seeds and tomatos started in a composting material but couldnt wait to try out my newly made 6 hole bubbler. So last night I filled my 18 gallon container with well water that had a ph of 8. I adjusted the ph to 6, added an aquarium heater and am trying to get the water to 60 degrees f. I have 2 bubblers in the 18 gallon container (not sure if thats overkill or appropriate). So anyway I am using lava rock as a growing aggregate and I washed and boiled the lava rocks. Rating: 5