Grow More in Less Space: Your Guide to Compact Hydroponics
Go Green Indoors!
Dreaming of fresh, homegrown produce but finding yourself short on space? You’re not alone. The desire to grow your own food doesn't have to be limited by a lack of a backyard. Modern hydroponic systems are specifically designed to help you cultivate a surprising amount of produce in a minimal amount of space. Let's explore a few powerful options to find the perfect fit for your indoor gardening goals.
For The Countertop Gardener…
The SunBlaster Growlight Garden- If you're looking to grow fresh herbs for your kitchen, start seedlings for a future garden, or cultivate a small crop of leafy greens, the SunBlaster Growlight Garden is your perfect entry point. Designed with aesthetics and simplicity in mind, it fits beautifully on a countertop or shelf, bringing life to any room.
This system takes the guesswork out of watering by using a simple and effective wicking method. A special mat draws water up from a built-in reservoir to the plant roots as they need it, preventing both over- and under-watering.
Method: Self-watering Wick System
Available Sizes: Micro and Standard
Key Components:
Integrated, adjustable-height lighting canopy
Base reservoir with wicking mat
Seedling starter trays
Micro Garden- Sale Price: $90; Regularly $99.
Standard Garden- Sale Price: $180; Regularly $199.
Growing Big in Small Spaces: Deep Water Culture (D.W.C.) Buckets
Ready to grow something more substantial? If you have your sights set on a fresh tomato plant, a prolific pepper plant, or a lush mix of lettuces, a Deep Water Culture (D.W.C.) bucket is an exceptionally efficient choice. These systems occupy just one square foot of floor space but allow plants to grow large and healthy.
D.W.C. works by submerging the roots in a highly oxygenated nutrient solution—think of it as a 24/7 spa for your plant's roots. This constant access to oxygen, water, and nutrients promotes explosive growth.
Method: Deep Water Culture (D.W.C.)
Available Configurations:
Grow1 D.W.C. Kit: A great starter package that includes a 5-gallon bucket, a 6" mesh lid with reflective film to protect the roots, an air pump, tubing, an air stone, and clay pebbles.
Custom D.W.C. Kit: This locally-assembled kit offers more flexibility, including a 5-gallon bucket, your choice of a 6", 8", or 10" mesh lid, an air pump, air stone, air tubing, expanded clay pebbles, and a handy external water level indicator so you always know when to top up.
Grow1 D.W.C. Bucket Kit- Sale Price: $45; Regularly $49.99.
Custom D.W.C. Bucket Kit- Sale Price: $54; Regularly $59.99.
The All-in-One Powerhouse: The MegaGarden System
For the grower who wants variety and automation, the MegaGarden is a complete, self-contained system that allows you to do more in less space. Measuring just 22" x 22", its clever design lets you cultivate multiple plants of different sizes at the same time.
This system uses the ebb and flow method, automatically pumping water up from a reservoir to "flood" the grow tray and then draining it back out. This cycle ensures your plants get a perfect amount of water and oxygen without you having to lift a finger. It's an ideal choice for anyone who wants a comprehensive kit with everything included right out of the box.
Method: Automated Ebb and Flow (Flood and Drain)
Key Components:
7.5-gallon reservoir
Submersible pump and a programmable timer
Insert grow tray
Fifteen 5" square planters
Seed starter cubes and expanded clay media
Water level indicator and a pH test kit
Mega Garden- Sale Price: $177; Regularly $197.
