How to Make an DFT Hydroponic System That Grows Perfect Plants Every Time!

How to Make an DFT Hydroponic System That Grows Perfect Plants Every Time!

If you want to make an DFT Hydroponic System that’s really easy to use and grows perfect plants every time, follow these simple steps! If you’re wondering how to make an DFT Hydroponic System and you want it to be simple, this article is just what you need! Ready? Here we go... Step 1: Make sure you have everything you need...

Step 1 - List The Materials

Before you can start building your DFT hydroponic system, you need to gather all of the materials. You will need: a PVC pipe cutter, a Drill, PVC glue, 4 inch PVC pipes, 3/4 inch pvc tee fittings, 3/4 inch pvc elbow fittings, 3/4 inch pvc cross fittings, and a Submersible Pump.

Cut The Pipes (three sentences): Once you have all of your materials gathered, it is time to start cutting the PVC pipes. You will need to cut four 12 inch pieces and four 6 inch pieces.

Assemble The Pipes (four sentences): Now that all of your pieces are cut, it is time to start assembling the pipes.

Step 2 - Drill Holes in the Watering Can

After you have cut your PVC pipe to size, it is time to drill holes in the watering can. This will be where the plants will get their water. Be sure to space the holes evenly around the circumference of the can. I like to use a 1/4 drill bit for this.

 Before you start drilling holes, however, it is important that you position your watering can where you want it in your hydroponics system. If a piece of glass is covering one end of your growing tray and you have drilled holes in that end, it will be difficult to move because there will be open holes. Therefore, make sure you drill holes at each corner of the watering can if possible (see picture below). This way when you finish drilling all 8 holes, you can simply lift up your watering can and place it in another area with ease.

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Step 3 - Attach All Parts Together

Now that you have all of your materials, it's time to put them all together and get started on your very own DFT hydroponic system! First, take your grow tray and drill holes around the edge. Next, insert the PVC pipe into the holes. Then, add the L-brackets to the corners of the tray. After that, attach the net pots to the L-brackets. Finally, add your growing medium to the net pots. That's it - you're now ready to start growing perfect plants with your DFT hydroponic system!

Step 4 - Fill it Up with Soil and Plant

Now that you have your DFT hydroponic system all set up, it's time to fill it with soil and plant your seeds. First, add a layer of gravel to the bottom of the tank for drainage. Then, fill the tank with a high quality potting mix. Be sure to leave enough room at the top of the tank for water and nutrients.  Next, place your plants in the cups and push them down so they are about 1 inch from the top of the cup. Add more soil if necessary. Fill each cup with nutrient solution to about 3/4 full (you may need less or more depending on how much you need). Place one plant per cup so that there is plenty of space between them for roots to grow without being crowded together. Finally, add water until it reaches just below the surface of each cup. You're ready to grow!

Step 5 - Water It Daily

Water is the lifeblood of your hydroponic system, and it’s important to keep a close eye on the water level in your reservoir. Depending on the size of your system, you may need to add water daily or even multiple times per day. 

 Use a cup or other measuring device and fill it with tap water. While there’s some variance between different types of tap water, you should use approximately five gallons of water per plant. If your system is a bit leaky, you can use slightly less; if it’s well-sealed, try using about six gallons of water per plant.

Prepare Your Soil: You will need to add soil and nutrients (if applicable) to your potting mix before starting your hydroponic system. Since our system is entirely self-contained, we only need small amounts of fertilizer in our potting mix.