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Fuzzy hair like roots and yellow leaves.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Alex Nov 9, 2013. 2 Replies 0 Likes

Okay I have two questions. Some of my roots get this very very fine hairy like structure on the roots. And a few other of my new sprouts leaves soon turn yellow. This is only about 65% of my plants…Continue

Miniature aquaponics complete!

Started this discussion. Last reply by Alex Nov 4, 2013. 7 Replies 0 Likes

The current version of my miniature aquaponics system is complete! It's a 20 gallon grow bed, 10 gallon fish tank, and 12 gallon sump setup. Here are some pictures and a video, let me know what you…Continue

A few questions on flood and drain systems.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Alex Veidel Nov 6, 2013. 22 Replies 0 Likes

How often should a grow bed, flood/drain? I know I read in the book it says with timer systems it should be timed on for 15 minutes every hour. But what are the specifications for a flood and…Continue

Will a overflow box provide proper nutrients from my fish tank?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Ben Stallings Sep 26, 2013. 2 Replies 0 Likes

Since I will be using an overflow box to provide water for the grow bed, will it give out proper nutrients to the plants? My growbed bell siphon returns to the bottom of the fish tank as well which I…Continue

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

Are you an aquaponic gardener already?: Yes

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

How old is your system?: Just started

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

How big is your fish tank?: 10 gallons

Name a part of a fish (spam blocking question): Fin

Please tell us something else about yourself.: I want to learn the aquaponic ways!

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Miniature aquaponics system (flood and drain)

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At 8:03pm on September 25, 2013, Jon Paul said…: I understand that you want to learn more about the aquaponics ways! Everyone calls me JP and you can ask me questions anytime. We are happy to have you as part of our community.