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ADVANTAGES
- 3-5 days faster than soil culture
- much less cooler volume is required for chilling bulbs (because most of the cold period is given to densely packed, unplanted tulips in their shipping crates)
- harvesting is easier and cleaner — there is no wasted soil at the end, greatly reducing material handling problems.
- Grow bulbs in a space saving tray! Up to 15 amaryllis or 60 tulip bulbs in one place. No soil required- just water.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
- Hydro stems tend to be 1-2inches shorter and 6-8 percent lighter compared to soil grown
- not all bulbs are suited to this system;
- very high-quality and disease-free bulbs are required, especially for later plantings (careful attention must be placed on proper bulb storage, including temperature, humidity and ventilation);
- a level bench or tray support system is critical to maintain a level nutrient
- the need for exceptional cleanliness. The trays and components are sometimes difficult to wash and sanitize
Next available ship week will be Fall 2024
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ADVANTAGES
• 3-5 days faster than soil culture
• much less cooler volume is required for chilling bulbs (because most of the cold period is given to densely packed, unplanted tulips in their shipping crates)
• harvesting is easier and cleaner — there is no wasted soil at the end, greatly reducing material handling problems.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Hydro stems tend to be 1-2inches shorter and 6-8 percent lighter compared to soil grown
not all bulbs are suited to this system;
very high-quality and disease-free bulbs are required, especially for later plantings (careful attention must be placed on proper bulb storage, including temperature, humidity and ventilation);
a level bench or tray support system is critical to maintain a level nutrient
the need for exceptional cleanliness. The trays and components are sometimes difficult to wash and sanitize