Hey all,

I am planning my first hydroponics grow and I have a few questions.

1) I read a thread where someone said they didn't check the pH for 2 days and their plants are dying... Do I really have to check the pH that often? How often should I check it?

2) I also heard/read it is best to use flourescents for the first one & 1/2 weeks, then switch to Metal Halide for vegetation, then to HPS for the flowering. Is this a good idea? Should I run my flourescents throughout the entire grow? I have all three types of light, should I do some type of combination?

3) In my past soil-growing experiences I have germinated the seed first. Should I still do this with my hydro system?

4) Is the Flora Kit a good Nutrient kit?

Thanks in advance for any help you can offer.
davec123 Reviewed by davec123 on . 1st time hydro grow and I have Qs! Hey all, I am planning my first hydroponics grow and I have a few questions. 1) I read a thread where someone said they didn't check the pH for 2 days and their plants are dying... Do I really have to check the pH that often? How often should I check it? 2) I also heard/read it is best to use flourescents for the first one & 1/2 weeks, then switch to Metal Halide for vegetation, then to HPS for the flowering. Is this a good idea? Should I run my flourescents throughout the entire grow? Rating: 5