Week 4: DIY Hydroponics Kit

October 21, 2021

Activity for Week 4 (Middle School Only)

DIY Hydroponics Kit

Create a similar hydroponics system that uses a wicking system to grow your plant. This system will be similar to your Click & Grow Smart Garden.  This activity is designed for Middle School students.

# of items in Activity Kit: 10 items

# of Students Provided for per Kit: 1 Student

Package of One (1) Gallon Ziplock bag Contains:

To germinate:

  1. Paper Towel (for germinating)

  2. Hydrogen Peroxide Eye Dropper Bottle

  3. Envelope

    1. With Basil Seeds

The planter:

  1. 3 oz Cup (as the pot)

  2. 9 oz Clear Cup (as the greenhouse)

  3. 1 Oasis Cube (grow media for seeds)

  4. Mini Bag of 35g Gravel (holds grow media)

The Hydroponic Wicking System:

  1. 3 Clasps (to hold planter)

  2. 9 oz Clear Cup (as the water reservoir)

  3. 4 in Rope (for wicking)

Other Materials you will need (not included)

  • Water (for the reservoir)

  • Tape (to secure greenhouse cup)

  • Label Marker (for labeling)

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