You should always follow the nutrient and water guidance in the official manual first, and then adjust based on how the system is used over time.

The manual provides the correct starting point for nutrient dosage and timing. Once the system is running, plants will consume water continuously, so topping up with plain water between feedings is normal.

Nutrients should not be added every time you refill water. Adding nutrients too often can increase concentration beyond safe levels and stress the plants. Nutrients are best added according to the recommended schedule or after a larger water replacement.

If you are unsure whether the nutrient balance is still correct, fully replacing the water and starting fresh is a simple and safe way to reset the system.

Common signs of under- or over-use:

• Too few nutrients: pale leaves, slow growth, weak or thin stems
• Too many nutrients: leaf tip burn, curling leaves, dark or brittle growth, root stress

Why this works:

• The manual sets a reliable baseline
• Plants use water faster than nutrients
• A fresh water reset restores balance