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How it
Works

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As a system

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Make your own

  •  Have set a different power source as a backup. It’s vital to keep the water flowing and the oxygen pumps on.

  • Make sure you feed the fish enough and let them thrive. Depletion of fish stock makes this type of cultivation impossible.

  • Keep food input constant for the fish and that will result in regular fish waste you can use to feed your plants.

  • Ensure your plants and fish with good aeration. Not only the plants need their roots to be oxygenated, but also, the fish and the bacteria need the water to be oxygenated. As the fish grow bigger, their oxygen needs increases and you might need to adjust accordingly.

  • When you decide what plants you want to grow, pick the ones that have similar water condition needs as the fish, and you will have greater success.

  • Remove some excess fish waste when necessary. Too much can harm the health of the fish.

  • Keep an eye on the level of pH because as shown above, it is crucial for the garden.

  • Fish tanks should be made of glass or food grade plastic.

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