The Effectiveness of the Different Brands of Nutrient Solution Used on Hydroponically Grown Brassica Oleracea Var. Capitata (Cabbage)

Abstract

This study examines the growth of cabbages in relation to the various brands of nutrient solutions used to identify the best elements that ensure efficient plant growth. Studies show that plants need certain nutrients to boost growth and maintain life, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, sulfur for successful growth and copper, manganese, zinc, iron, and more to treat deficiencies.

 The researchers thus have decided to compare different brands to identify the best nutrient solution to use in a hydroponics set-up. However, ingredients of urea and complete nutrient solutions experimented may affect the results of the study, with urea having nitrogen, and complete having nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium. The researchers did not manipulate the nutrients and had standardized measurements for the solutions and water given to the plants.

To identify the ideal nutrient solution, the researchers used three set-ups, urea, complete, and without solution with three (3) plants each to show the growth within 21 days. Every plant received equal amounts of water and sunlight, the only variables being the nutrient solutions. The results revealed that 1 plant with complete solution withered, all plants with urea shriveled, and all the plants with no nutrient solution survived and grew continually.

The results showed that growing conditions without nutrient solution have the leading effects in the plant’s growth. Therefore, is the most effective method in a hydroponics setup. The findings of this study will contribute to agricultural, economic, and healthcare industries for us to efficiently grow and utilize the medicinal and health benefits of cabbages.