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Supplying a
periodic gentle breeze for your hydroponic crop can help increase the odds of more normal strength of growth and plant vigor .”
Periodic controlled breezes can produce a few other benefits . In a hydroponic grow without adequate air circulation , humidity can run high . As a result , moisture accumulates on the leaves and buds , and this can be the cause for mildew and other molds to begin to proliferate . Mild breezes , along with controlled humidity levels , will help evaporation keep mold from growing . If ventilation from outside your grow area is your technique for keeping the air inside dryer , making sure fungal spores and insects are not entering your controlled grow area is vital . Employing filters capable of trapping these spores or pests can eliminate the problem . However , if you notice a plant has become infected , your beneficial breeze can turn against you by helping move the mildew spores and other pests from one plant to another . Plenty of room between plants will help reduce this likelihood , but infected plants should be removed , cleaned , and treated as quickly as possible to avoid an outbreak . Routine inspection of your crop is vital towards catching problems early and keeping them manageable .
Along with using a mild wind in your grow area to help keep disease down and plant sturdiness at an adequate level by producing normal amounts of hormones , use thorough care and overall good maintenance practices to maximize your crop ’ s success . Provide controlled temperatures and ventilate your greenhouse or grow tent to prevent high humidity conditions . This may require some extra venting early in the day when moisture may have condensed . You most likely will not need wind at all times , and using a dehumidifier can certainly help keep gray mold or mildew down .
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