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my garden design... could use some input and criticism

Started this discussion. Last reply by TCLynx Mar 23, 2012. 11 Replies 0 Likes

ok i think ive done enough research. now im putting my plan on paper. so far what i have is a 24x60ft greenhouse with 14- 4x8x1 ft growbeds for flood and drain system. using murray hallams formula of…Continue

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How did you find us?: Search engine (Google)

If you found us through a search engine, what search words were you using?: aquaponics in canada

Are you an aquaponic gardener already?: No

If so, what type of system? (pick all that apply): flood and drain media, raft, NFT, vertical, combination

What type of fish do you grow with? (select all that apply): Tilapia

How big is your fish tank?: in design phase aprox 1000 cubic feet or 25000 litres

Please tell us something else about yourself.: ive only recently been made aware of these types of systems. i think they are a fabulous idea and want one in my home. its a ways away but i have plans drawn for a concrete tank in the floor of a 224 sq ft grow room with 10 ft glass walls and 4 skylights witch will be attached to the south side of the planned addition to my existing home. i'm currently only researching these systems to better help me design my grow space and gain insight from experienced growers.

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At 9:04pm on February 21, 2012, Sylvia Bernstein said…: Welcome Rob,

Thanks for joining the Aquaponic Gardening community! I hope you find it a fun place to explore aquaponics. There is a real blend of experienced and new aquapons in this community, so please don’t hesitate to get in there and start asking questions. Everyone is quite happy to help out new members – no question is too basic.

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