A mixture of macronutrients, micronutrients and water used to nourish plants in a soilless growing system.

The dissolved nutrients used to maintain plants hydroponically are broken into three categories: macronutrients, secondary macronutrients and micronutrients. Secondary macronutrients are considered vital but less essential that the big three: nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. Secondary macronutrients include calcium magnesium and sulfur.

Processed mica used as an inert, hydroponic grow medium.

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The shedding or dropping of fruits, flowers or leaves.

The process of providing oxygen to plant roots to encourage nutrient uptake, root development and overall health.

A growing technique in which plants are maintained without the aid of a grow medium. Done by exposing the bare roots to an atomized nutrient spray on a regular schedule. Aeroponic plants are typically suspended on a platform and supported by a collar, which makes it look like they’re growing on air.

An air pump accessory used to oxygenate liquid nutrients.

A mutually beneficial growing arrangement where fish and plants are cultivated together.

A mechanism in a light assembly that contains the controls and electronics.