Kratky Method: 9-Step Setup Guide for Passive Hydroponics
Home > Hydroponics > Kratky Method: 9-Step Setup Guide for Passive Hydroponics Last Reviewed: August 26, 2026 | Author: Faisal Habib | Fact-Checked: Lab and Field Verified | Expert Reviewer: Wara Danish, MSc Plant Biology Difficulty: Beginner | System: Passive Non-Circulating | Target EC: 1.0–1.2 mS | Target pH: 5.8–6.2 | Reservoir: 1.0–1.5 Gal/Head | Power: 0 Watts ⚡ Quick Answer: What is the Kratky Method? The Kratky method is a zero-pump, non-circulating hydroponic system where plants grow to maturity on a single reservoir of water. As plants drink, receding liquid creates an air gap where upper roots breathe oxygen while lower roots drink water. 📊 Kratky Method Passive System:…