There are a few things you have to take into account when you're growing on a recirculating system.

Not every substrate is usable if you're growing on a recirculating system. Also, there is a reason there are special nutrients for this growing method.

Not all potting soil is suitable for cultivating short cycle crops.

The structure of potting mix determines how much water and air are available to the roots. Air is important for the roots’ oxygen supply and for the micro-organisms in the root environment.

There are many different types and qualities of high peat available.

Since they were launched, Terra Vega and Terra Flores have become the most used nutrients worldwide for cultivating short cycle and fast growing plants in potting mix.

Peat is naturally quite acidic

Before you can begin to cultivate your plants you have to think carefully about what you want and what is possible.

Calcium occurs throughout the entire plant. It is used for many processes in the plant, however, calcium is most important for the growth process.

Phosphorus plays an important role for all living organisms and is an essential nutrient element for plants and animals.

Magnesium is an indispensable element for a.o. plants. In plants, it represents a building block for chlorophyll (leaf green), and therefore, it is essential for photosynthesis.