Hydroton, also called clay pebbles, expanded clay, hydroclay, or hydrocorn is the perfect growing medium for hydroponics. These clay pellets are cooked in a kiln at high temperatures until they expand. This process creates little catacombs and crevices inside each pellet that end up holding air and nutrient solution. Hydroton clay pebbles can be re [...]
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Most growers would agree that it is a good idea to clean the hydroton before using and then again after each use if you decide to reuse it. New hydroton will have dust all over it so it is definitely a good idea to wash all of this crud off. My favorite way to clean [...]
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Derived from a renewable and plentiful source (clay), Hydroton is considered an ecologically sustainable growing medium. The clay is formed into pellets and fired in rotary kilns at 1200°C. This causes the clay to expand, like popcorn, and become porous. Hydroton is manufactured specifically for hydroponic cultivation. It holds water extremely well and transmits it [...]
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