How to Grow Breen Using a Hydroponic System for Beginners
Basic Data
- ☀ Ideal Temperature: Breen thrives in temperatures between 55°F to 65°F.
- 🌱 Germination Time: Usually takes 5 to 10 days to germinate.
- 📅 Time to Maturity: Typically matures in about 45 to 60 days.
Germination Steps
- Step 1: Soak the planting sponge and gently squeeze out excess moisture.
- Step 2: Place Breen seeds into the damp sponge.
- Step 3: Keep in a cool, light-filled area until seeds germinate.
- Step 4: Transfer the sponge with the sprouted seeds to the hydroponic system.
Growing Process
Light Requirements Table
| Stage | Light Duration | Light Spectrum | Light Intensity |
| Germination | Not required | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Seedling | 10-12 hours/day | Full spectrum | 100-150 µmol/m²/s |
| Vegetative | 12-14 hours/day | Full spectrum | 150-200 µmol/m²/s |
| Mature | 12-14 hours/day | Full spectrum | 150-200 µmol/m²/s |
- 💧 Water Pump Volume and Duration: Set to cycle every 30 minutes.
- 🔧 pH Value: 6.0 to 7.0.
- 🍼 Nutrient Ratio:
- Nitrogen: 150 parts per million
- Phosphorus: 50 parts per million
- Potassium: 200 parts per million
- Calcium: 150 parts per million
- Magnesium: 50 parts per million
- Trace Elements: Include Iron, Manganese, Zinc at 1 part per million each as needed.
Plant Benefits
- High Nutrient Content: Breen is rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
- Compact Growth: Ideal for hydroponic systems due to its compact growth habit.
- Quick Harvest: Allows for continuous harvests due to its fast growth cycle.
Conclusion
Breen is a particularly rewarding choice for hydroponic beginners, offering both ease of care and rapid growth. Its nutritional benefits and adaptability to indoor conditions make it an excellent choice for year-round cultivation. Enjoy fresh, vibrant greens that can enhance your meals both nutritionally and visually.
