Plant guides
Hydroponic plant guides
pH, EC/PPM, and light targets for peppers, lettuce, basil, and other home crops — with real grow photos.
Beginner
Lettuce
Fast, forgiving, and perfect for DWC or NFT. Lettuce is the classic first hydroponic crop — crisp heads in weeks, not months.
28–45 days · pH 5.5–6.5 (aim 5.8–6.2)
Beginner
Basil
Aromatic and vigorous under hydroponics. Basil loves steady nutrients and strong light — pinch early for bushier plants.
28–35 days (first harvest) · pH 5.5–6.5
Intermediate
Tomatoes
High-reward fruiting crop that thrives in Dutch buckets and drip systems. Demands stronger light, higher EC, and careful calcium management.
60–90 days · pH 5.5–6.5
Intermediate
Strawberries
Compact and highly marketable. Vertical towers and NFT channels keep fruit clean and easy to harvest.
60–90 days from transplant · pH 5.5–6.2
Beginner
Spinach
Cool-loving leafy green that bolts fast in heat. Ideal for cooler rooms and winter indoor grows.
30–40 days · pH 5.5–6.6
Intermediate
Peppers
From sweet bells to hot chilies, peppers excel under high light with stable calcium and potassium.
70–100 days · pH 5.5–6.5