HYDRO Hydroponic question first timer growing

[Gerald]

First time grower. DWC question. After my seed is starting to germinate I will be putting it in Rockwool and hydroponic pebbles in the net pot. My question is do I fill my water tank up also with neutrents and water from the tank until the roots get big enough or just with plain water

 

[SirSmksAlot]

Personally I use 1/4 strength of the recommended amount until I have at least 3 nodes of growth. I think you'll want to use something just to ensure your plants are off to a healthy start. And welcome to the forum!

 

[abadtrip]

What nute line are u useing do they have a feeding chart? I just do what the manufacture tells me to do. I use nutes from the start but at very low level but I don't skimp on the calmag as I veg under leds and the seem to suck the mg out the plants.

 

[gbauto]

As others mentioned, it's always a good idea to start with a diluted feed until you can see how the seedling responds to feeding. I normally keep my bucket/container empty and top water until I get roots in the net lid. Then I fire up the rest of the system and stop top feeding.

 

[Gerald]

That’s what I thaught but wasn’t sure. I purchased florabloom pack and Hydroguard for my nutes and waiting for rapid rooter. I read Rockwool is not recommended for starting seeds. Will be starting my seeds shortly. Thanks for your replies.