Growing Media
Each hydroponic medium has unique benefits and drawbacks. Compare the options below to find the best fit for your setup and growing goals.
| Product | Model | Pros | Cons | Price | Check on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Grodan Rockwool Starter Cubes | ✅ Retains moisture exceptionally well ✅ Sterile and pest-free ✅ Great aeration for root development | ❌ Can irritate skin and lungs during handling ❌ Non-biodegradable ❌ Requires pH conditioning before use | $10.99 | Buy now |
 | Coco Bliss Premium Organic Coco Coir Brick | ✅ Excellent water retention and drainage ✅ Sustainable and biodegradable ✅ Naturally resists fungal growth | ❌ Can contain excess salts (needs rinsing) ❌ Nutrient buffering can affect EC balance ❌ May compact over time | $37.99 | Buy now |
 | Halatool 14LB Organic LECA Clay Pebbles | ✅ Superb drainage and airflow ✅ Reusable after cleaning ✅ pH neutral and inert | ❌ Expensive compared to other media ❌ Low water retention (needs frequent watering) ❌ Can clog small system pumps | $28.99 | Buy now |
 | Espoma Organic Perlite | ✅ Enhances root oxygenation ✅ Lightweight and easy to mix ✅ Prevents soil compaction | ❌ Can create dust (wear mask) ❌ Needs frequent watering in pure hydro setups ❌ Not sustainable long-term | $18.91 | Buy now |
 | Miracle-Gro Sphagnum Peat Moss | ✅ High water retention ✅ Widely available and inexpensive ✅ Easy for beginners | ❌ Not ideal for recirculating systems ❌ Acidic pH may require adjustment ❌ Peat harvesting is environmentally unsustainable | $15.55 | Buy now |