Hydroponic Growing Systems

There are six different types of hydroponic growing systems, below is brief overview of the N.F.T. (Nutrient Film Technique).

Nutrient Film Technique (N.F.T.) Growing System

  • The most commonly thought of hydroponic system
  • N.F.T. systems have a constant flow of nutrients, therefore no timer is needed for the submersed pump
  • The nutrient solution is pumped into the grow tray over the plant roots and is then drained into the reservoir
  • The only grow medium that is used is air
  • The plants are typically supported in small plastic baskets, with the roots dangling into the nutrient solution
  • This system faces the possibility of power outages and pump failures

What you'll need:

  • Water reservoir
  • Pump for fertilized water
  • Grow tray and media
  • Nutrient solutions
  • Air pump and diffuser
  • pH and EC/TDS Monitor, such as the Hanna HI 981504