How to Choose the Right Hydroponic Pump for Your Indoor Garden

The hydroponic system is one of the most popular techniques for indoor gardening as it requires lesser space and prevents most of the problems prevalent with traditional soil-based farming. It makes use of mineral-rich water solution to provide nutrients to the plants. In a hydroponic system, it is important to ensure proper ventilation and oxygen supply. Otherwise, if the water in the hydroponic reservoir tank does not get a proper supply of oxygen, the plants’ roots can submerge into it. Using a hydroponic air pump is the easiest method to ensure the proper supply of oxygen to the plants’ roots. In this write-up, we have shared a few simple tips to buying the right hydroponic pump for a grow room:


1)     Check the size of your hydroponic system

Depending upon the size of your hydroponic system, you can decide what type of pump will be suitable for it. You should measure the head height of your hydroponic system. While buying a hydroponic pump, you should check how many GPH (gallons per hour) it can move at different head heights.

Depending on this, you can find an appropriate pump. Here, you need to consider the fact that the more air, the better plant growth. But that does not mean you should spend uselessly on the wasted bubbles.

2)     Choose between in-line and submersible pumps

A submersible pump is best for small hydroponic systems. It is a cost-efficient way of providing the proper flow of oxygen to the plants. Sump pumps are submersible pumps that help in creating turbulence, greater oxygenation, and mixing the nutrients in the water.

An inline pump is suitable for larger hydroponic systems, especially for deep water culture system.

3)     Number of nozzles

Many hydroponic pumps comprise more nozzles than others. For a larger hydroponic system, having a pump with multiple nozzles can prove to be a valuable feature.

4)     The amount of noise it makes

Certain hydroponic pumps are noisier than others. You should look for a pump that makes lesser noise so that it does not bother you while working in the garden.

5)     Value for your money

No matter what features you desire in your hydroponic pump, you should assure that it provides good value for your money. Make sure you check the reviews of the product before buying it. Also, consider buying a pump that comes with a warranty.

 

With the above-mentioned tips in mind, you can easily buy an appropriate hydroponic pump for your indoor garden. On a final note, we suggest you buy it from a reputed manufacturer.

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