<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[HydroPip]]></title><description><![CDATA[HydroPip]]></description><link>https://www.hydropip.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:00:55 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.hydropip.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Before You Buy a Grow Light: Compare Plant-Level Light, Not Watts Alone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before You Buy a Grow Light: Compare Plant-Level Light, Not Watts Alone A grow light's wattage tells you how much electrical power it uses. It does not tell you how much useful light reaches your lettuce, herbs or seedlings. Before buying a fixture for a hydroponic setup, compare the light at the planned plant canopy, over the area you need to cover. University of Minnesota Extension explains the difference between watts, the light a fixture emits, and PPFD: plant-usable light arriving at a...]]></description><link>https://www.hydropip.com/post/before-you-buy-a-grow-light-compare-plant-level-light-not-watts-alone</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ad16ca2df0ee3b18b6ee09f</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:15:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5fe7cb_d73f4ecc048b44b18ab680995ac12dec~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Edward Hartshorn</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[EC, TDS and PPM: Check the Scale Before You Change Your Reservoir]]></title><description><![CDATA[A nutrient reading is only useful when you know what the number means. Two meters can test the same solution and display different PPM values without either meter being broken. The difference may be the conversion scale. That matters because an unexplained number can tempt you to add nutrients, dilute a reservoir or chase a target that was written in another unit. Before changing the solution, identify the measurement and the scale. EC is the common starting point Electrical conductivity,...]]></description><link>https://www.hydropip.com/post/ec-tds-and-ppm-check-the-scale-before-you-change-your-reservoir</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6abda546662ccaa92fea0808</guid><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:12:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5fe7cb_f2f65a301b27427886ba006447d150bd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Edward Hartshorn</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Before You Connect a Garden Misting Nozzle: Check the Whole Setup]]></title><description><![CDATA[A nozzle listing can make an irrigation change look simple: find the right tubing size and push the parts together. Before buying, write down what you want the water to reach and what already supplies it. A physical connection is only one part of that decision. These garden misting nozzles are not used in the HydroPip system. This guide covers a separate home-garden microirrigation decision. Do not use it as HydroPip installation or replacement-part guidance. Choose the watering pattern first...]]></description><link>https://www.hydropip.com/post/before-you-connect-a-garden-misting-nozzle-check-the-whole-setup</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6abc56e9524a816ac7982b8f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:25:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5fe7cb_7aca61f4336e42bca5e8492c86b6e9a8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_941,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Edward Hartshorn</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rosemary from Seed or a Starter Plant: Choose Before You Sow]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you want rosemary for the kitchen, decide how you want to start before you buy seed. A seed project gives you the chance to follow the plant from the beginning. A starter plant lets you begin with a plant you can already inspect. Those are different projects, even when the eventual goal is the same. Leave room for a slow start University of Maryland Extension's rosemary guide says rosemary can be grown from seed or propagated by cuttings, and warns that seed can be slow to germinate. A...]]></description><link>https://www.hydropip.com/post/rosemary-from-seed-or-a-starter-plant-choose-before-you-sow</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6abc563fe432f576aac456f4</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:23:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5fe7cb_d578c843610b4bfeb58818b9d14ded4d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_900,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Edward Hartshorn</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hydroponic Tower DIY Tips: Create Your Own DIY Hydroponic Tower System]]></title><description><![CDATA[Building a hydroponic tower system at home is a practical way to grow fresh vegetables and herbs year-round. This method uses water and nutrients instead of soil, making it efficient and space-saving. I will guide you through the process of creating your own hydroponic tower system. You will learn the materials needed, assembly steps, and maintenance tips. This guide focuses on clear, simple instructions to help you succeed. Essential Hydroponic Tower DIY Tips Starting with the right...]]></description><link>https://www.hydropip.com/post/hydroponic-tower-diy-tips-create-your-own-diy-hydroponic-tower-system</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9ec4fdd2248400549a59fa</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:55:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5fe7cb_235ffad71bca4f58b285af4e7859a061~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Edward Hartshorn</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Before You Plant Fall Lettuce: A Florida Hydroponic Tower Checklist]]></title><description><![CDATA[From the HydroPip photo collection: mixed greens growing at different levels of the towers. Thinking about growing lettuce this fall? Start with a few plants, a good look at your growing space and a simple way to keep track of what happens. You don't need to fill every pocket on day one. Find the right planting window Lettuce prefers cooler weather, but Florida's planting season depends on where you live. Check your county's planting dates before starting seeds. A September afternoon can...]]></description><link>https://www.hydropip.com/post/before-you-plant-fall-lettuce-a-florida-hydroponic-tower-checklist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab5b3946de3d82672a93bed</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:55:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5fe7cb_264e8a42fb11486b808d289b14e6b079~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Edward Hartshorn</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yellow Sticky Traps in a Hydroponic Grow Area: Monitor First, Diagnose Next]]></title><description><![CDATA[A closer look at a HydroPip tower. Photos from the same angle can help you compare changes over time. Noticed tiny flies around your plants? A yellow sticky card can help you keep an eye on them. Pair it with a quick look at the plants and a few notes, and you'll have a better starting point for figuring out what's going on. What sticky cards can show you Yellow or blue sticky traps can help detect flying pests such as fungus gnats, whiteflies, winged aphids and thrips. University of...]]></description><link>https://www.hydropip.com/post/yellow-sticky-traps-in-a-hydroponic-grow-area-monitor-first-diagnose-next</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab5b3946de3d82672a93bec</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:53:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5fe7cb_1019f2f9286e4bb88abb1e4c71ce8a79~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Edward Hartshorn</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>