A Community and Forum For Aquaponic Gardeners

Media Based Systems

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This is a group for members who grow using media, such as gravel, Hydroton, expanded shale, etc.

Members: 197
Latest Activity: Nov 13, 2017

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What media do you use?

Started by Sylvia Bernstein. Last reply by Dave & Yvonne Story Feb 4, 2015. 45 Replies 2 Likes

I'm a big fan of Hydroton, although I know it is crazy expensive...but you will have it forever. Lightweight and easy on my hands. Even looks nice. Ok, I know I'm sounding like a girl here. What…Continue

Tags: media, grow, community, aquaponics_forum, aquaponics

Siphon Guard

Started by Stephanie Bader. Last reply by TCLynx Oct 8, 2012. 19 Replies 0 Likes

As anyone ever used a siphon guard like this one? or made one like it? And how did you do it? Any pro's or cons to using one like this?…Continue

Perlite

Started by Eric Warwick. Last reply by Eric Warwick Oct 4, 2012. 11 Replies 0 Likes

How and for what purpose could you use perlite or vermiculite? Since these growing mediums are cheaper than hydroton and take the guess work out of buying gravel (bring some vinegar and baking…Continue

Tags: alternatives