How to Care for a Hydro Plant: A Simple Guide

If you’re new to hydro plants or looking for tips to keep yours thriving, you’re in the right place! At Gifts That Grow, our hydro plants are grown in a unique catchment cup system that makes caring for them incredibly easy and stress-free. Not only is this setup convenient for you, but it’s also better for the health of your plant.

What Makes Our Catchment Cup System Special?

Hydro plants sit in a catchment cup placed at the top of their jar. This design keeps the plant itself stable and dry within the gravel, while the roots grow through the bottom of the cup into the water. The result?

• No disturbance to the plant every time you change the water.
• Healthy, undisturbed roots that can absorb water and nutrients as needed.

Think about it this way: you wouldn’t repot a soil plant every time you water it, so why uproot a hydro plant? Our tried-and-tested system (perfected since 2020!) ensures your plant is happy, stable, and thriving.

Simple Steps to Care for Your Hydro Plant

Water Changes

• Every 2-3 weeks, change the water in your jar to keep it fresh and clean.
• Simply lift the catchment cup, empty the jar, rinse it out, and refill with fresh water.

Feeding Your Plant

• Add a few drops of liquid plant food every second water change. This gives your plant the nutrients it needs to stay lush and healthy.
• Tip: Fertilise during the growing seasons (spring and summer) for best results.

Light Requirements

• Place your hydro plant in bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid harsh direct sun, as it can cause heat stress or algae growth.
  

Root Care

• Over time, you may notice roots growing longer and reaching deeper into the water. This is completely normal – healthy roots = a happy plant!
  

 

General Maintenance

• Check the water levels every week to ensure the roots remain submerged.
• Give the jar a quick rinse during water changes to prevent any build-up.
  
  

Why Hydro Plants are Perfect for You

Hydro plants grown in catchment cups are low-maintenance, mess-free, and visually stunning. With no soil to deal with, you don’t need to worry about pests, overwatering, or dirt – just clean water, light, and love.

Our unique system not only makes hydro plants easy to care for but also promotes long-term root health, leading to stronger, happier plants. Whether you’re a seasoned plant lover or a total beginner, hydro plants are the perfect way to enjoy greenery with minimal effort.

Ready to bring one home? Browse through our store: www.giftsthatgrow.com.au or send us a message to order yours today. Your new favorite plant is waiting! 🌿