Good morning everyone!
Is there an advantage to straight hydroponics vs. semi hydroponics and visa versa?
I've been using Hydroton both ways, for straight hydro and s/h. I planted a paph in straight hydro but algae forming in less than 2 weeks, seemed to be a problem. Without removing the plant and cleaning the container (glass), I wasn't able to flush it out or control it. It's now in s/h where I can flush it if this occurs again. I use worm tea (2-3 oz. per gallon) on all of my orchids including s/h and seaweed additive to all (except the s/h).
I was told that root rot would never occur in straight hydro (water & air required for rot thus, eliminated in straight hydro).
When potting in s/h, is it necessary to make sure that the roots don't reach the standing water at the bottom? (I have mine in a plastic container with holes on the sides.)
Also, should I be fertilizing or is the worm tea enough?
These questions have most probably been answered already here so please excuse my laziness in not searching further.
Hydroponics vs Semi Hydroponics
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