A wick system grows lettuce and herbs with no pump. Here is how it works, what to grow, how to build one and the limits research points to.
Category: Systems
Which crops thrive in a hydroponic tower, which don't, and how light, one shared reservoir and the pump shape what you can grow.
How ebb and flow (flood and drain) hydroponics works, how often and how long to flood, which media to use, and how to avoid algae and salt build-up.
How nutrient film technique works, the 1-4% slope and 10 L/h-per-plant flow Cornell recommends, which crops suit NFT, and how to avoid leaks and warm water.
Deep Water Culture (DWC) for Beginners: Setup, Air and Water Temperature
How deep water culture (DWC) works, what you need, a 7-step setup, and the oxygen and water temperature targets that prevent root rot.
Kratky Method: How to Grow Lettuce Without a Pump (Step by Step)
Passive hydroponics explained: container size, nutrient strength, pH, light and why you should never top up a Kratky lettuce jar.