pH and Nutrient Dosing
This guide highlights the significance of nutrient dosing in hydroponic systems for ensuring optimal plant growth and yield.
Hydroponics, a soil-less cultivation method, relies on a nutrient-rich water solution.
Nutrient Dosing
Below, you can find our guide to help you boost your yield.
| Plant | EC | PPM | pH | TDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basil | 1.8 - 2.3 | 1260 - 1610 | 5.5 - 6.5 | 980 - 1260 |
| Lettuce | 1.0 - 2.0 | 700 - 1400 | 5.5 - 6.0 | 560 - 1120 |
| Tomatoes | 2.0 - 2.5 | 1400 - 1750 | 5.5 - 6.5 | 1120 - 1400 |
| Cucumbers | 2.3 - 2.8 | 1610 - 1960 | 5.8 - 6.0 | 1260 - 1540 |
| Peppers | 2.0 - 2.5 | 1400 - 1750 | 5.5 - 6.0 | 1120 - 1400 |
| Spinach | 1.5 - 2.0 | 1050 - 1400 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 840 - 1120 |
| Kale | 1.8 - 2.3 | 1260 - 1610 | 6.0 - 7.5 | 980 - 1260 |
| Strawberries | 1.6 - 2.2 | 1120 - 1540 | 5.5 - 6.5 | 896 - 1232 |
| Swiss Chard | 2.0 - 2.5 | 1400 - 1750 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 1120 - 1400 |
| Watercress | 1.0 - 2.0 | 700 - 1400 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 560 - 1120 |
| Bok Choy | 1.5 - 2.0 | 1050 - 1400 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 840 - 1120 |
| Arugula | 1.2 - 1.8 | 840 - 1260 | 6.0 - 6.5 | 672 - 1008 |
| Mint | 1.8 - 2.3 | 1260 - 1610 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 980 - 1260 |
| Coriander (Cilantro) | 1.0 - 2.0 | 700 - 1400 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 560 - 1120 |
| Dill | 1.5 - 2.0 | 1050 - 1400 | 5.5 - 6.5 | 840 - 1120 |
| Oregano | 1.8 - 2.3 | 1260 - 1610 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 980 - 1260 |
| Parsley | 1.5 - 2.0 | 1050 - 1400 | 5.5 - 6.5 | 840 - 1120 |
| Thyme | 1.8 - 2.3 | 1260 - 1610 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 980 - 1260 |
| Chives | 1.0 - 2.0 | 700 - 1400 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 560 - 1120 |
| Rosemary | 1.8 - 2.3 | 1260 - 1610 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 980 - 1260 |
| Sage | 1.5 - 2.0 | 1050 - 1400 | 6.0 - 7.0 | 840 - 1120 |