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DIY How to build a hydroponic garden

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First thing you will need is this Rubbermaid reservoir or similar container.

With this you can buy a 1.25 inch hole saw and cut holes into the container with a drill:

You will also need another small hole for the air pump pipe. Make sure it is the same size.

Once the holes are cut it’s a good idea to cut or sand off the extra plastic.

For the air pump there are a variety of types. I recommend a 2 https://amzn.to/3JdP9iF or 4 hose pump https://amzn.to/3JgobqZ.

For the pods you will want Aerogarden size pods: https://amzn.to/3Jesoez

Add 1-4 seeds per pod. You can cover the holes with 1.25 inch sheet metal hole plugs.

Use any good grow light along with a timer to control the duration of the air pump and lights.

Set the lights and pump to turn on for 16 hours a day. 

For the Fertilizer you can use various hydroponic fertilizer like AeroGarden liquid plant food:


Here is a full list of items for building the DIY hydroponic garden to make it easy to acquire everything you need.

2 outlet air pump: https://amzn.to/3IP9ycv or 4 outlet air pump: https://amzn.to/3yaXnlk
Pods and stickers: https://amzn.to/3ZIJtma
Timer: https://amzn.to/3KSAWZX
1 1/4 once hole saw: https://amzn.to/3kGufzD
Electric drill: https://amzn.to/3ZH4UUY
Grow light: https://amzn.to/41DqhIq
Light wire socket: https://amzn.to/41OcQW8
Liquid plant food: https://amzn.to/3yaYjpQ
String twine: https://amzn.to/3JbjZZt
Sheet metal hole plugs: https://amzn.to/3JfS3Uq
Rubbermaid container: 
https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/rubbermaid-roughneck-stackable-storage-box-with-lid-11-l-blue-1428066p.html


2 responses to “DIY How to build a hydroponic garden”

  1. Edward says:

    Awesome Mike! I love seeing your DIY hydroponic garden stuff! Thanks for sharing the knowledge <3

    • masm says:

      You are most welcome! I’ve included a full list of items in order to put it all together 🙂 happy to share the knowledge!

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