First time ever grower wants to do hydro ...

I'm a hobby gardener but never grow the herbs. I have some autoflower seeds that I want to start with. I have two seperate rdwc systems(2x2 and res outside tent).
After my seeds are ready to put in a medium. Do I need to use rockwool tabs for hydro(rdwc) or can I use this coco tabs?

border&grower said:

I'm a hobby gardener but never grow the herbs. I have some autoflower seeds that I want to start with. I have two seperate rdwc systems(2x2 and res outside tent).
After my seeds are ready to put in a medium. Do I need to use rockwool tabs for hydro(rdwc) or can I use this coco tabs?

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2 things......
1. If you're not into micromanaging, hydro may not be for you. Especially as a first time grower.

2. You might consider using photoperiod to start with. That way if you have any issues, you still have time to make corrections.

As far as the coco plugs, I've never used them in dwc, but they are organic, afaik. They may not be a good idea, but wait until somebody that has used them in dwc to chime in.

Use rapid rooters, and I agree with @Hollatchaboy, start with photos.
Good luck and welcome to RIU.

Great tips appreciated! I will start off with photos. I will post pic by pic once I started ... When can I use my 2000W led grow-light? How long has to be the seed in germination fase before using the grow-light? Or it's beter to first use a TL light?