Knowledge Page
At Cultivation Station, we have gained an enormous amount of hydroponics and growing knowledge over the years. We want to pass along this insight to our Michigan Community of growers.
Basic Phases of Growth
Seeding
propagation
Choose vegetation to plant
Vegetation
phase
Choose container size & transplant from seeding
Address environmental controls
Choose start medium and containers
Follow a feeding schedule
Address training & support for the plant
Address environmental controls
fruiting &
flowering phase
Understanding the 3 flowering stages (Early, Mid, Late)
Ensure optimal PH levels of water/nutrient solutions
Ensure proper support of plant during this stage
Harvesting-post production phase
Drying, picking, trimming & harvesting the plant
Processing the plant
Resetting the garden for next year/cycle
Be sure to Flush plants at minimum for 1 week before harvest
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is a Substrate?
A substrate is a medium in which roots of plants can grow and which enables the plant to stand up.
Q: Why do I need to use a different nutrient for both growing & flowering period?
The plant needs different proportions of nutrient elements in these different stages of development.
Q: How do I know when to give my plant a flowering nutrient?
As soon as the first signs of flowers appear.
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