Ebb and Flow

What is Ebb and Flow? It is one form of hydroponics. There are six main types of hydroponic setups:

• Wick System
• Deep Water Culture (DWC)
• Ebb and Flow (Flood and Drain)
• Drip (recovery or non-recovery)
• NFT (Nutrient Film Technique)
• Aeroponic

Visit this link to read more about these systems and their advantages and disadvantages:  http://www.simplyhydro.com/system.htm

I decided to go with an Ebb and Flow system for a few reasons; reliability with components, ease of operation, and economical design (water pump does not continuously operate). Below is a simple diagram of the concept of Ebb and Flow systems.

I will probably also build a small DWC system to grow herbs. The easiest way for you to get into hydroponics is to build a Deep Water Culture (DWC) setup. Here is a link to an easy DIY DWC setup for a window herb garden: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxVHS9o5yDA

All for now...
-Sam