You should however use containers that block out sunlight to avoid problems with algae build-up. We recommend that you start with easy to grow vegetables and herbs such as lettuce, rocket and basil.Įbb and flow is also referred to as flood and drain systems In the article about DIY Deep Water Culture (DWC) systems you learnt that DWC is the best system to start with.ĭWC is inexpensive and easy to get up and running with or without an air pump.īut where DWC is a net pot based system, the ebb and flow grow system gives you an indoor growing bed.Īnd you can basically grow anything in your ebb and flow growing bed – as long as the plant or herb is harvested above ground. Lettuce and rocket was planted from seedlings and I am starting to see true leaves. The photo in the header is the actual ebb and flow system built for this guide.
And in many ways the ebb and flow hydroponic grow systems works a lot like your outdoor vegetable garden.Įbb and flow hydroponic grow systems (also known as flood and drain) that you can build at home are suitable for the beginner to intermediate level gardener. Hydroponics is a great way to extend the growing season for gardeners of all levels.