Can I use azomite with hydroponics? It is clay-like, but will it mix in and not settle to the bottom of a DWC tank?
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The azomite will settle at the bottom of your tank. I only used the azomite directly in soil or I added to the water that I used to water my vegetable garden with. I had to shake up the water everytime because the azomite settled at the bottom.
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I also have mixed with water. However only for watering soil. I had to shake it up to get the azomite suspend in the water. I don't think it would work so good with DWC. It's a fine powder that may seem to dissolve in water but when left for a few minutes you can start to see it collecting on the bottom. Hope this helps.
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It is readily water soluble. I don't know about hydroponics. You would likely need to use a weaker dilution than is specified for normal use.
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Paul, I bought this for my husband, so I asked him. This is what he said, "You can. But I just water mine enough to water the plants. I'm not trying to water it enough to get anything to run through and make fertilizer."Hope that helps. BTW...he loves his!
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I layer the azomite in my dirt, because I don't have a tiller For example: I would put a nice dusting every 3-4 inches of dirt depth. this will probably use about 1-2 cups of azomite. OR throw 2 cups of azomite into the dirt and till the dirt.
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The clay pieces will go every where if you don't use a planter pot. I try not to get cly and dirt in my pond because it muddies the water.
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They have a line up for soil and hydro. The only difference is the grow big. I've used them both in hydro and soil with great results I recommend the soluble and bush doctor lineup fox farm has using them all together I've got some of the best results yet. One con with using in hydro the nutrients like to settle to the bottom I had to stir at least once a day.
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They are amazing for Aeroponics. I have used these in both DWC and aeroponic cloning. For best results, mix a small solution of ph'd water, root starter, and whatever organics/nutes you want and just dip these plugs into the mix. No needs to soak because these retain water and nutrients quite well. Place seed/clones in plug and put it into your aeroponic system...works like a charm. Enjoy!
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This like a clay. It hasn't clogged the drains yet but you don't use it every day. I know my daughter follows the instructions and doesn't over use it. She is on her 2nd jar. One jar seems to last her an entire year.
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You do not have to mixed with the soil, although it might work faster. This is a very fine granular gypsum, therefore it resolve easier than some cheaper kind. You can spread it around your plants or lawn, then water them right away to dissolve it.
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Better to use warm water as suggested . I fill a Mason Quart jar about 1/2 full of water add the powder then use a hand held blender (one with small propeller type blade) to mix . Does great, then add the rest of the water for the Quart, that can then be cold water . I also drink Redmond clay and it is tough to get dissolved in water, but use the same method to mix it, too (except cold water) . Just though I'd share that second part . Haaaaa
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Sorry, but I don't recall. I was following the advice of John Koler (not sure if spelling is correct) from Growing Your Greens on Youtube. He recommends Azomite highly, and has a lot of good videos on application. Good luck.
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I ordered a bag of vermiculite for planting after "harvest" to bypass the cleaning of the used vermiculite. It was only a few extra bucks for it. Check your local hydroponics store or garden center. They should have what you need and it may cost less as there's no "middle man" or shipping expenses.
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hi Joel; It's my first time using powder...I grow in soil. I never had any clogging problems while mixing...I feel if you mix the water well you will not have a problem. I use a paint mixer attached to a cordless drill for mixing.
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VERY soluble in water. Never tried it on hydroponics but have used it on Pathos plans growing in water.
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I use larger size clay pebbles. As the plant grows I add more until it is level with the top. Have also used lava rock from lowes. Both work great.
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I have done both. If you mix in soil before adding water, you will need to add a bit more water to the soil but you won't ave to water as often after that.
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Yes. Hydrogyzyme and roots organic trinity compound both for dirt and dro. Fox farms is a nitro lock in soil . Use one qtr of what they say in scheduled feedings balance pH and ppm.