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Reservoir Size Calculator

Find the right reservoir size based on plant count and system type.

Inputs

Recommended Reservoir

110 L

Number of Plants: 10 | Deep Water Culture

Min Reservoir

110 L

Per Plant Need

11 L

Factors Applied

  • Deep Water Culture: uses 1x multiplier
  • • Evaporation: 70 L over 7 days
  • Recommended = max(min needed, 120% of refill volume)

Tips

  • Always round up — a bigger reservoir is more stable.
  • DWC needs less per plant than drip/coco systems.
  • Monitor water level daily in the first weeks.