Hi Guys!
I came to see what is in this thread and found zero topics!!
So here i am to drop what little DWC knowledge and tips that i have.
So first up, what is DWC? Deep water Culture is what you would expect, big bucket full of nutrient solution that your roots are submerged into.
How does it work? Basically the roots absorb nutrients from direct contact with the water, and they get oxygen from a pump and airstone in the water.
Pro's
Super fast growth
Need the fewest parts to get going compared to other hydro setups
issues are relatively easy to sort out
Cons
Needs daily checks to keep water within acceptable parameters
if there is a loss in power to the air pumps, the roots suffocate very quickly and can cause poor yields. so 100% uptime is vital
What do i need? - This depends on your budget, but even on a budget you can get everything you need for under 500 bucks
Bucket - minimum 10l, maximm is as big as you want. preferably black to prevent light leaks to the root zone.
Air stone - get air stones that have a plastic housing which makes them last much longer, or the ball shaped ones.
Air pump - get the biggest one you can afford. More air, more oxygen, healthier roots
Air hose - i always buy way more than i need due to the low cost
Net pots - Depending on how many holes you have in your DWC lid and a few extra
Preferred nutrients - liquid nutrients are the way to go. Get a good 3 part nutrient solution for best results
and thats it! thats the basic basics of DWC. please ask stuff if you want to know more.
I have 8 years growing experience, with 5 years DWC hydro experience.