Hydroponic systems

Hydroponic systems allow you to practice hydroponic growing, or soilless cultivation , the type of cultivation that takes place without the classic organic substrates but using inert substrates. Among the most used on the market are:

• Expanded clay;
• Lapillus;
• Volcanic pumice;
• coconut fiber;
• Rock wool.

In hydroponic growing, water replaces the soil and, mixing with mineral fertilizers and possibly organic fertilizers, provides the nutrient solution necessary for plant growth. 

The plants, together with the inert root ball, continuously capture the nutrient solution through an automated hydroponic system. 

How hydroponic grow systems are made

Indoor growing, which involves the use of hydroponic pots, is also referred to as soilless. 

The beating heart of these particular hydroponic growing systems is the water collection tank , where various fertilizers and additives are added to control the pH and EC, i.e. the mineral salts contained in the water. 

Other key components are:

• The pumps , through which the nutrient solution is made to flow. 
• The trays where the plants stay and where the nutrients arrive directly from the pumps.

The advantages of indoor hydroponic growing systems are many. One above all: your plants can directly access the nutrient solution and for this reason they can grow rapidly . 

This guarantees a greater final yield and a large fruiting of your crops, but also an economic saving , because it is not necessary to buy organic substrate.

Types of small hydroponic systems

What are the types of small hydroponic systems for sale? In reality, each system has its own particular characteristics, so it is advisable to analyze the various types available on the market.

• EBB & FLOOD hydroponic systems: the plants lodge in a single tray full of expanded clay and the nutrient solution is administered by first filling and then emptying the tray;
• DWC RDWC hydroponic systems: provide strong oxygenation to the nutrient solution which further amplifies the plant's ability to feed;
• Platinum hydroponic systems : also called drip hydroponic systems , they are composed of excellent quality materials and have a good quality / price ratio. They are easy to install and come in different versions;
• GHE (General Hydroponic Europe) hydroponic systems : they boast a particular irrigation network that guarantees greater oxygenation of the nutrient solution supplied to the growing;
• NFT hydroponic systems: they are based on the so-called nutrient film technique. A very effective technique that increases the level of productivity of plants. In this system, the water is delivered to the base of the hydroponic vase, spreading in a capillary way through a fabric placed on the bottom of the same tray, where the other plants are present.

Finally, there are the blade of grass hydroponic systems which are characterized by their very small dimensions. They are economical hydroponic systems suitable for all budgets.

Buy complete hydroponic systems for weed on Grow Shop Italia

Once you have clarified what hydroponic systems are , it is worth understanding how to choose the most suitable complete hydroponic systems for your needs rather than trying DIY inefficient hydroponic grow systems for weed.

When choosing, you must first evaluate:

• The space available;
• The intended use of the device;
• The Cost of Hydroponic Systems . 

The less demanding can tack on economic models that cost between 30 and 100 euros. Then there are models that can cost more than 2,000 euros.

Among the models that you can find in the Grow Shop Italia catalog and that we recommend are:

• EBB&FLOOD 120 hydroponic system by Nutriculture;
• DWC RDWC Hydroponic System with 20 l tank;
• Atami Wilma 16 hydroponic system ;
• EcoGrower system for 120 pots with Aeroflo120;
• NFT Grow Tank 150 hydroponic system (for medium-small grow boxes);
• Blade of grass hydroponic systems in IDRA version (2-4 pots) and CLONER version (8-18 pots).

Discover the wide range of hydroponic pots and immediately buy the one that fits the capacity needs of your Grow Room.

For more information you can consult our Hydroponics Growing Guide and Hydroponics Fertilizing Guide in Manuals and Resources.