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:
Paper Towel (for germinating)
Hydrogen Peroxide Eye Dropper Bottle
Envelope
With Basil Seeds
The planter:
3 oz Cup (as the pot)
9 oz Clear Cup (as the greenhouse)
1 Oasis Cube (grow media for seeds)
Mini Bag of 35g Gravel (holds grow media)
The Hydroponic Wicking System:
3 Clasps (to hold planter)
9 oz Clear Cup (as the water reservoir)
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)