How to Start Your First Hydroponic Garden at Home

Why Hydroponics?

Hydroponics is the future of urban farming. With 90% less water than traditional gardening and 3-5x faster growth rates, it's the smartest way to grow at home.

What You'll Need

• A hydroponic system (we recommend our Smart Pots & Systems)
• Quality seeds — leafy greens like lettuce and basil are perfect for beginners
• Nutrient solution (A+B mix from our Nutrients section)
• pH testing kit
• Grow light if you don't have natural sunlight

Step 1: Set Up Your System

Place your hydroponic system in a well-lit area, ideally near a window with 6+ hours of sunlight. If natural light is limited, use a full-spectrum LED grow light.

Step 2: Prepare Your Seeds

Soak seeds in water for 12-24 hours to encourage germination. Then place them in growing medium (rockwool or clay pebbles).

Step 3: Mix Nutrient Solution

Follow the instructions on your nutrient bottle. The general rule: 5ml of A and 5ml of B per liter of water.

Step 4: Monitor pH and EC

Most plants thrive at pH 5.5-6.5. Use a pH meter to check daily for the first week.

Step 5: Watch It Grow!

Within 7-10 days you'll see sprouts. Within 3-4 weeks you'll have your first harvest of lettuce or basil.

Ready to start? Browse our Starter Bundles — they include everything you need.