RDWC Hydroponics Growers Guide

Proper grow room temperature is crucial for plants to carry out important functions such as photosynthesis and transpiration. During the vegetative growth stage maintain temperatures between 80-83 Degrees and between 70-80 Degrees during the flowering stage

Working in conjunction with temperature, humidity ensures natural plant processes such as transpiration, can take place. Maintain vegetative humidity levels between 60-70% (daytime) / 45-60% (nighttime) and flowering humidity levels between 40-60% (daytime) / 30-40% (nighttime).

Maintain pH levels within the proper range of 5.5-6.5; at this range, plants can absorb all the necessary elements for healthy growth and flower production.

The Under Current system provides high levels of dissolved oxygen to the root zone, allowing plants to uptake water and nutrients more efficiently. As a result, fewer nutrient inputs are required. For best plant performance follow the Cultured Solutions Feeding Schedule.

Keeping water temperatures within the optimal range of 65-68 will ensure high levels of dissolved oxygen are maintained in the root zone. Cool water temperatures will also aid in disease suppression.

Water quality is of the utmost importance when growing in water culture. RO water allows growers to control all minerals and nutrients their plant’s uptake. A reverse osmosis water filter is recommended for source waters exceeding 100 ppm

The highest levels of dissolved oxygen are only accessible with cool root zone temperatures. High water temperatures limit the solutions ability to hold dissolved oxygen, while also providing the ideal environment for dangerous pathogens. Water chillers ensure cool, consistent solution temperatures are provided to the root zone

Utilizing metering equipment in your garden will offer precise monitoring over essential environmental factors such as pH, ppm/EC, temperature, and humidity. When used in conjunction with dosing and controlling equipment, the Under Current has the potential to be completely automated.

Using a top-off reservoir will maintain accurate and essential solution levels throughout the course of the growing cycle, ensuring plants stay hydrated

Selecting healthy cuttings that are well rooted and uniform, will translate to lush vegetative growth when transferred into the Under Current.

Maintaining healthy mother plants that are pest and disease free will directly translate to strong, healthy cuttings. It is recommended to keep mothers on rotation no longer than 3-6 months

1. Rinse grow rocks/stones thoroughly before use.

*If possible, soak 24 hours pH 5.5 solution.

2. Fill the net pot to a 2” depth with rocks/ stones.

3. Rest bare root cutting on rocks/stones and gently fill remaining space up to 1” from the top lip of the net pot.

4. Adjust system water level to the top of root crown.

5. If using Rockwool cuttings, adjust the water level to just below Rockwool cube.

6. Place net pot into the lid on top of each growth module.

-Water levels should be maintained at ¼” under the top of the 2” planting deck when using Rockwool, or under the root crown with bare root cuttings.

-Be advised when using Rockwool or similar media, to set water levels just below the bottom of the Rockwool cube to prevent oversaturation.

-Once there is sufficient lateral root growth through the net pot, set water levels ¼” at the bottom of the 8” net pot. (approximately week 2 of bloom).

Clean, sterile, mineral salt based and highly chelated nutrients ensure consistent results in the Under Current system. By using a high-quality nutrient line, such as Cultured Solutions, you will need fewer inputs and experience less frequent change outs.

The Under Current system provides high levels of aeration and circulation, and as a result, specific nutrient inputs are required. For best results in the Under Current, it is highly recommended to follow the CS Feeding Schedule. We’ve done all the work and research to ensure your plants are receiving all the minerals and nutrients at the right growth stages.

A full system flush is only necessary at the end of the flower cycle or if pH becomes unstable.

For best results pH and ppm/EC adjustments should be done through the top-off reservoir.

When implementing nutrient dosing or fertigation equipment be sure to consult your equipment manufacturer for the proper concentration ratios.

Dilute the desired add-back concentrates into a volume of water before slowly adding into your system. Use a venturi, such as the CCH2O Add-Back Kit injector, to easily introduce add-back into your Under Current system.