Why do we choose to grow leafy vegetables in the NFT hydroponic System
Green leafy vegetables grow very fast in the NFT Hydroponic System (Film Play Strategy). Here we are talking about the benefits of hydroponic leafy green. There are many types of leafy hyroponics vegetables, such as:
Chives
An evergreen plant that produces small, grass-like leaves that taste sweet like onions. Chives are rich in vitamin A and vitamin C, have very low sulfur content, and are rich in calcium and iron. It is used in many culinary creations. The plant will grow up to 12 inches tall size. The optimum temperature for germination is between 600Fand 70 ° F. Seeds can be started from cubes such as rock wool, oasis cubes, or peat pellets. They sometimes germinate in soil cells and are replanted in a hydroponic system.
Spinach
When you plant hydroponic spinach you can harvest delicious and nutritious plants from seed very quickly, over and over again. The Hydroponic cultivated spinach shown in our article takes about 5 weeks from sowing to harvest. All kinds of spinach do well in hydroponics. Spinach prefers a good moist environment and is usually ready for harvest in 14 to 20 days. The cool temperatures in the ripening promote a deliciously tasty plant. However, cooling in the growth phase will mean that the yield will be slower. Daytime temperatures of 72 ° F and nighttime temperatures of 65 ° F give us good results both in terms of crop quality and harvest time.
Swiss Chard
It is not only the most popular vegetable in the Mediterranean but also one of the most nutritious foods. Swiss chard is a popular hydroponics vegetables, plant and is one of the fastest-growing plants.
You can harvest Swiss chard in about 35 days. Even after harvesting, it will continue to grow and prosper and yield continuous results. This plant is versatile and can withstand high temperatures but grows in cool climates. It is durable and can withstand cold temperatures and frost.
Lettuce
Lettuce is a great source of minerals, fiber, and bioactive compounds such as foliate, B – Carotene, and lutein – which promote good nutrition. This is one of the most popular hydroponic plants for both beginners and experts alike.
It is a very fast-growing hydroponic plant. It ripens in about a month. It has anti-inflammatory, cholesterol-lowering even anti-diabetic properties. Small seeds germinate easily in a growing area outside the soil before being transferred to a hydroponic system with only a nutrient solution.
Bok Choy
Bok Choy is a nutritious plant that grows well in the Hydroponic NFT System. It uses only 10% of water in comparison when grown for conventional sorghum cultivation. The hydroponic environment provides complete climate control. You can adjust the temperature, the light and the length of time, even the composition of the air, which is essential for proper growth. Increase nutrition by reducing the time between harvest and the amount of consumption of the final product.
The following tips will guide you on the right way to grow hydroponic vegetable for-profit and start a home farm.
How to grow green vegetables with hydroponic leaves
There are two ways to germinate seeds
The most direct route
Indirect method
Straight Path (In an NFT system with Net Pot) Requirements:
Net Cup
LECA balls, Coco peat
RO Water
Start by germinating your iceberg lettuce seeds in a growing area such as LECA balls, Coco peat or partite, etc.
Grow from seed
Fill your net pot with a growth tool. Sprinkle up to three seeds in each plug and cover with a quarter – a half-inch and mix slightly.
Once the plant has produced a few mature leaves and roots, usually about two to three weeks or when they are about 2 inches tall, it is time to plant them in one of your net pots. However, it can happen to all seeds
Re-planting
When planting your seedlings from one net pot to another net pot, it is important to avoid straining the new stems as it can easily kill the plant.
INDIRECT METHOD (In a cocoon seedling tray – peat)
Fill your tray with a growing substance and add a little water to make it wet but not wet. Sprinkle 2–3 seeds on each plug and cover with about a quarter of an inch.
Continue to mist the seeds and the growing area, as well as the plants. After two to three weeks or when they are about 2 inches long. Time to install them in your Final hydroponic System.
Re-planting
When planting your seedlings from a tray to a hydroponic system, it is important to avoid straining the new varieties as this can easily kill the plant. Gently, loosen the roots with your fingers and carefully place each plant in its pot, sliding the roots with slats to hang the solution of the nutrients below.
Care
Hydroponic iceberg lettuce is very easy to grow and does not require much adjustment, once established in your system. Check your fertilizer and pH level at least once every two days to maintain a proper growth area for your plant.
Water
Check your nutritional solution regularly for signs of evaporation and add accordingly. It is recommended that you return the entire solution every two to three weeks.
Nutrition setting
Fill the center hydroponics system with water
Apply equal amounts of fertilizer solution in stock tanks
Adjust the level of fertilizer
Adjust pH level as needed
Harvesting
When it comes to harvesting lettuce and Bok Choy, harvest the whole head at once or remove the whole plant by cutting at the roots. You can also cut every single break at a time from the base. Other greens, spinach, Swiss Chard etc. after harvest the leaf will continue to grow and prosper and give a great harvest.
Conclusion
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