Comments on: How to Build a Small Aquaponic Garden

on 4/6/2008 I am trying to set up one of these systems at home and was wondering if I could use one powerful hydroponic air pump to power the air stones, under gravel filter, and feed the hydro system instead of getting separte pumps for each. I also have a power filter that hangs on the side of the tank that doesn't get in the way of my hydro trays, so I dont need to rely on the under gravel filter for all the filtration. I have a 30 gal tank and about 2 sq ft of growing space. If one pump would work, how powerful would it need to be, in terms of gph?

on 9/23/2007 Hi Pattiann,
I am glad you enjoyed the article. I am not sure which desert climate you live in, but you can generally find planting calendars for your area with an internet search on the county name and the words planting calendar. For example if you search on “Maricopa County planting calendar” you will get this link: http://cals.arizona.edu/pubs/garden/az1005.pdf which takes you to a nice vegetable planting calendar for Maricopa County in Arizona. The calendar tells you what to plant and when, and provide some other useful tips.
Let me know if you have any other gardening questions and I will be glad to help.

Chris

on 9/14/2007 this article by Mr. Kline was very informative and interesting. I would like to read more articles from him. I would like to find out what knowledge he has on different types of vegetables that can be grown in the desert climate in the winter season. rate it a 10