{"product_id":"mars-hydro-2-bucket-dwc-hydroponic-system","title":"Mars Hydro 2-Bucket DWC Hydroponic System with Drip Rings","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mars Hydro \u003cstrong\u003eDWC bucket system\u003c\/strong\u003e grows two plants in oxygen-rich water, with top-feed drip rings to give seedlings a gentle start. It is a neat, soil-free way to grow tomatoes, chillies and peppers in a greenhouse or bright room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill the buckets, set the drippers running for young plants, then switch them off once the roots reach the water. The air pump keeps everything bubbling, and the floating level indicator shows when to top up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA DWC bucket system with drip rings for a gentle start\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide 8 inch net pots give each plant room to anchor its roots, and reflective covers on the lids keep light off the water so algae can’t grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no digging and no compost to carry, which makes it a lovely option for patios, balconies and conservatories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlants that love these buckets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTomatoes, one strong plant per bucket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChillies, peppers and aubergines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCucumbers and courgettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasil and leafy greens grown large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy these buckets suit beginners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitchable drip rings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Top-feed young plants, then turn the drippers off once roots reach the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 inch net pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e A wide, sturdy collar for each plant, filled with the clay pebbles supplied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8W air pump.\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 litres of air a minute through two air stones keeps roots white and healthy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloating level indicators.\u003c\/strong\u003e See the water level at a glance, no lid lifting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReflective lid covers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep light out of the water to stop algae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDWC bucket questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size bucket is best for DWC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA 5 gallon (about 19 litre) bucket suits one tomato or chilli plant, holding enough water for several days in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you need a drip ring in DWC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt helps young plants. 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