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Aeroponics is a type of Hydroponic system where a nutrient solution is sprayed directly onto the root system. Generally plants get a very quick start and often a cutting of a plant will root directly into the aeroponic system.

Crate systems (shown above) are 65 x 45cm can hold up to 6 plants in Aeroponic Baskets. The nutrient solution is sprayed onto the root system below the lid. Price of single crate (6 pots, clay balls, sprinklers, irrigation) with tank, pump, timer, filter, and irrigation to the crate, is $145. A second or third crate can be added at $80 each additional crate.

Tray Aeroponic systems (left) use 14cm baskets and the roots sit on the tray instead of hanging in the air. They are available in these tray sizes and we would recommend the number of plants indicated.
70 x 116cm $300 6 to 8 pots 90 x 90 cm $300 9 pots
116 x 116cm $400 12 to 16 pots
410 x 160cm $250 6 to 8 plants
107 x 209cm $600 24 to 32 plants
Includes tray, stand, tank, pump, Irrigation, filter, 14cm aero pots, tray cover, sprinklers and timer.

Aeroponic propagators (left) 60x40cm are fast producers of roots, and do not require using rockwool cubes every time. Put the cutting into the basket, some FX clone nutrient into the tank and turn on the sprinklers. Usually roots occur within 2-4 days, and planting out can be done by 5-10 days. Often the cutting keeps growing in the propagator as the roots grow that fast. Prices are $200 Basic, $250 with thermostatically controlled heating.

Maintenance Guidelines. Aeroponic Roots need to be sprayed often, however, some time without spraying is indicated as the roots grow. Ask for personal advice first time through, however, as a guide, use continual spraying until roots appear out of the baskets, wait about 5 days and then reduce pump spray times to 15 minutes on and 15 minutes off. When roots become very dense, and/or reach the bottom of a crate system, the roots are beginning to retain their own water, and less watering may be indicated. Reduce to 15 minutes on and 30 minutes off. If very hot or directly in sun in middle of day, then increase watering during this time to compensate, as the sprayers have a natural cooling effect on the roots. Check roots regularly for any sign of discolouration, and call us for advice