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General rules
Whatever the technique, please make sure you follow some basic rules.
-Size of containers: trying to cram the plants is never productive.
Containers should be large enough to allow good root development. Compress or limit this growth would lead to lose of course a part of the potential of the plant.
Root hairs are responsible for most of the absorption of nutrients and the consequent development of the plant.
-Drainage: The roots are very sensitive and susceptible to blight. Ensure their adequate ventilation is essential.
So make sure that we have the raceways and trays required slope, that the tubes are always free (possibly applied filters) and that the drain hole of both systems at the lowest point possible.
Where practical, vessels used on the network to allow air circulation and encourage root growth.
-Tank
Better to choose non-toxic materials, specific foods. It 's essential that both opaque and not allow light to pass, that would encourage algae growth and development of pathogens. In addition, UV rays can break down certain nutrients.
Pump-
To automate the irrigation used a pump and a timer to manage the switching on and off.
We must ensure that the pump has the capacity necessary to support the extension of your system.
The use of many deviations or bottlenecks, the diameter of the pipes, the slope affect the power needed for watering always efficient.
Optional interesting are the presence of an internal filter that prevents blocks (essential in certain types of system with little autonomy in the event of failure of the pump), quiet operation and an automatic switch off in case of activities in the absence of water.
Better to choose a model immersion, which will allow for greater versatility.
-Timer
Essential for the regulation of light, useful for irrigation.
The digital models are more reliable, in case of NFT or other systems that require frequent intervals is essential to adopt a quality product.
Make sure not to overload the timer with too many instruments or tools that are too powerful.
Are preferred models high resistance to moisture and possibly easy to program.
-Electricity
The safety rules are basic: the area of electrical sockets and appliances must be absolutely dry, considering any loss or damage.
Check the range of sockets and never try to overcome it.
When lit many lamps, do so staggered.
Install a lifesaver.
It can be very useful to forward your cultivation will calculate how much it will cost, by applying this formula:
Cost of energy per kilowatt (can be found on your last bill) multiplied by the number of kilowatts used (1000 watts = 1 kilowatt) multiplied by the number of daily hours of power.
Example: Let's assume that the current costs 00:10 euros per kilowatt and you have 2 lamps of 600 watts (1.2 kilowatts) lit 12 hours a day.
€ 0.10 x 1.2 kw x 12 hours = 1.44 euro per day.
-Irrigation system
It sounds simple, but the first thing to do is make it as seamless and simple as possible, doing a good project before picking up the tools.
A few joints, bends, fittings ensure a low risk of loss. Filters used where possible.
The tube diameter should be adequate: better to abound, especially if the system is expected to grow.
All tubes that connect to the main line must have the same diameter and possibly the same length, to ensure a balance in the liquid flow.
Even the sprinklers must all have the same characteristics and be maintained constantly (the sprinkler just stuck to alter the balance).
Regular maintenance is essential. Drippers and sprinklers are subject block and should be checked and washed often, the pH is kept low (subject to the type of cultivation) to avoid deposits, regularly goes for a thorough cleaning of the plant.
For better security positioning at least two lines of irrigation per pot, so as to avoid that the plant does not receive water at all in case of shutdown.
Place the tubes in suspension and not in contact with the roots or with the substrate will help to avoid the access of material within the irrigation system.
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August 9th, 2010 at 07:03
I have a greenhouse from 1.20 to 1.40 2.30 to high power sereve me to have a good harvest
August 9th, 2010 at 08:44
Hello, cover well with a 400 watts per square meter, over the area you need a higher wattage (600w then).
The height is excessive, get a good latch to fully exploit the light.