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Irrigation Systems for Cannabis

Water is central to hydroponics—which derives from Greek “hydro,” meaning “water,” and “ponos,” meaning “work”—and indeed to all plant cultivation. As we explained in our previous blog post on choosing a hydroponic system, there are several irrigation systems available to growers. But irrigation can do more than supply water; when paired with nutrient dosing units, they deliver water enriched with essential nutrients. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the benefits of irrigation, the components growers need, how to schedule irrigation and …
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Irrigation Water Quality in Hydroponics

Water is the lifeblood of agriculture. Not only does water irrigate roots, but it also delivers oxygen and essential nutrients to plants for healthy growth, big yields and high crop quality. The quality of irrigation water is paramount. Poor water quality can lead to problems like stunted growth, nutrient toxicities or deficiencies, accumulation of harmful heavy metals in plant tissue, and bacterial contamination; in severe cases, it can even lead to plant death. Assessing water quality involves more than just its appearance, …
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