Recommendations

Step 2: Is to heed the recommendations below


If you are exploring to see what hydroponics is about and don't want to spend over say 40 dollars doing so; then I highly recommend that you start with an inexpensive system and see how you like it. There are many systems out there that you can purchase or build yourself, however here is a word of caution, many of the systems being sold are very expensive and many are not worth the money. In fact you can build them yourself for a fraction of what they are asking for them and many of the systems that you can build yourself inexpensively have drawbacks that will discourage you from enjoying hydroponics or seeing the profit value if you are looking to start a business.


Hydroponics is about growing a lot with minimal effort, for this very reason I designed the EQ250 for myself; an inexpensive system that can be used indoors or outdoors designed to grow, look good, be practical, expandable, adaptable and last a lifetime. This is the only system you need to grow just about anything, including vine crops. This unit is so reliable that we have 3 year 100% parts replacement warranty, and parts are easily available and exchangeable and you can use any brand light if using indoor.   I highly recommend EQ250

 

hydroponics cloner 2 gal.

EQ25 For those of you that would just like to explore hydroponics; we have a learning kit that you can purchase for 40 dollars, that you can use and return it at anytime for up to one year or you can keep it; or; return it and receive 20 dollars back, simply place pump and net pots back in container with lid place it in the original box and send it back. Other items that came with the unit are yours to keep. hopefully you learned something and decided to purchase a real unit.


Designed to teach you how easy it is to grow with hydroponics, how simple the systems are and introduce you to two part nutrients salts or solids. Teach water quality, TDS and PH but will also teach you the difficulties that would be associated with larger systems that you can easily avoid if you follow our recommendations.
 If purchasing from another site, avoid hidden costs like chemicals, timers, air pump and other accessories that you need to get started with. Purchase a simple ready to go kit like the one I have here. It is cheaper than building and purchasing all of the other items that are required and if you decide you don't like doing hydroponics you only spend a small amount of money, the choice is yours. The nice thing is that you can start small with a few dollars and build up to go as large as you want. 

If you decide to grow indoors don't forget you need lighting, before you purchase lighting I suggest you read our section on lighting and extended lighting, there is a wealth of information that you should be aware of.