HOW TO MAINTAIN
HEALTHY
HYDRO
ROOTS
by Keith Bouchard
Hydro plants typically grow faster , bigger , and stronger , but only if their roots are thriving . Keith Bouchard offers pro tips on how to avoid root rot in your hydro system .
Many growers start with soil and after some successes , move on to try other methods that promise adventure and the lure of even greater rewards . Hydroponics offers accelerated root growth which leads to vigorous , high-performing plants . Bigger , faster , stronger is a typical description from some hydro enthusiasts who swear they ’ ll never go back to growing in soil . On the other hand , hydro is typically less forgiving than soil . One of the largest threats to growing with hydroponics is root rot , which stagnates growth and eventually kills plants or entire crops . A couple of simple precautions will prevent would-be disasters in the modern indoor garden .
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