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🌱 Key Takeaways Hydroponic lettuce requires 12–16 hours of light daily. LED grow lights provide consistency, spectrum control, and year-round growing. Natural sunlight is cost-free but less predictable and climate-dependent. Ideal light intensity: 100–200 µmol/m²/s for seedlings, 200–300 µmol/m²/s for mature lettuce. Supplement natural light with LEDs in winter or shaded environments. To maximize growth … Read more

🌱 Key Takeaways Hydroponic lettuce thrives at pH 5.5–6.5 and EC 1.0–1.6 mS/cm. Balanced NPK ratios and calcium/magnesium are crucial for leaf growth. Overfeeding leads to tip burn, while underfeeding slows growth. Use calculators like the EC/TDS Calculator and pH Calculator to stay on track. Nutrients are the lifeblood of hydroponic lettuce. Unlike soil, hydroponics … Read more

🌱 Key Takeaways Hydroponic lettuce yields depend on the system, spacing, and variety. Most systems produce 1 head per 6–8 inches of space (2–4 per sq. ft.). Leaf lettuce yields more frequent harvests than head lettuce. Use tools like the Yield Estimator and Plant Spacing Converter for precise planning. One of the most common questions … Read more

Hydroponic lettuce can thrive in many system designs, from simple jars to high-tech towers. But not every setup delivers the same speed, yield, or ease of use. If you’re asking “Which hydroponic system is best for lettuce?”, the answer depends on your goals—whether that’s countertop convenience, classroom demos, or commercial-scale farming. In this guide, we’ll … Read more

🌱 Key Takeaways The Kratky method is the simplest way to grow hydroponic lettuce—no pumps or electricity needed. Ideal for beginners, classrooms, and small-scale growers. Baby leaves are ready in 3–4 weeks; full heads in 5–7 weeks. Butterhead and loose-leaf lettuces are the easiest varieties for Kratky. If you want to grow hydroponic lettuce with … Read more