Every crop has specific requirements. Our guides cover EC ranges, pH targets, temperature, light, best systems, and region-specific adaptations — especially for the UAE and desert climates.

🥬 Leafy Greens

🌿 Lettuce — EC: 1.2–2.0 | pH: 6.0–7.0
NFT, DWC, Kratky · 28–35 days · Best UAE crop
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🌿 Spinach — EC: 1.8–2.3 | pH: 6.0–7.0
NFT, DWC · 40–50 days · Cool season
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🌿 Kale — EC: 2.0–3.0 | pH: 5.5–6.5
NFT, DWC · 50–60 days · Hardy crop
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🍅 Fruiting Crops

🍅 Tomato — EC: 2.0–4.0 | pH: 5.5–6.5
Dutch Bucket, DWC, NFT · 70–80 days
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🥒 Cucumber — EC: 1.7–2.5 | pH: 5.5–6.0
Dutch Bucket, NFT · 50–60 days
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🌶️ Pepper/Chilli — EC: 2.0–3.5 | pH: 5.5–6.5
Dutch Bucket, Drip · 80–100 days
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🌿 Herbs

🌿 Basil — EC: 1.0–1.6 | pH: 5.5–6.5
NFT, DWC, Kratky · Fast-growing · UAE favourite
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🌿 Mint — EC: 2.0–3.0 | pH: 5.5–6.5
NFT, DWC · Vigorous grower · Harvest weekly
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🌿 Coriander/Cilantro — EC: 1.2–1.8 | pH: 6.0–6.7
NFT, DWC · Short cycle · High demand in UAE
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🍓 Berries

🍓 Strawberry — EC: 1.0–1.4 | pH: 5.5–6.5
NFT, Tower, Coco · 60–90 days · Popular UAE crop
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🏜️ UAE Desert Growing Notes

High temperatures in the UAE affect EC uptake, root zone health, and dissolved oxygen. Our guides include specific adaptations for growing in the Gulf climate.

EC adjustment for heat
Reduce EC by 10–15% above 28°C to prevent nutrient burn
Root zone cooling
Keep reservoir below 22°C — use insulation or water chillers
Best UAE crops
Lettuce, basil, mint, tomato, cucumber — best performance indoors year-round

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