Your direct line to expert hydroponic guidance, day or night.

What the assistant delivers

• Quick answers on seed selection, nutrient mixes, and planting schedules.
• Troubleshooting help for pumps, lighting, and system maintenance.
• Step-by-step guides for optimizing water flow and pH levels.
• DIY tips for building or expanding your hydro setup.
• Seasonal reminders to keep your garden thriving.

Starting a text chat

• Click the chat icon on our site to open the message box.
• Type your hydroponic question or request.
• Press “Send” and wait a moment for the assistant to reply.
• Answer any quick follow-up The Growth Guru asks.
  

Sample prompts

• “Show me how to balance pH levels in my reservoir.”
  • “Give me a rundown of LED lighting options.”
  • “Estimate how many heads of lettuce I can grow in a 4×4 tent.”
  • “Suggest the best nutrient brand for a beginner.”
  • “What’s the ideal water temperature for basil?”

Starting a voice chat

• Tap the microphone icon in the chat panel.
• Allow your browser to access your microphone.
• Ask your question in 10 seconds or less.
• Listen for The Growth Guru’s spoken answer.
• Want to refine more? Just keep talking.

Tip: Speak slowly and clearly, especially if you’re near running equipment.

Best-practice tips

• Give key details like plant type, tank size, or known problems.
• Ask The Growth Guru to link relevant PDFs for deeper reading.
• If you have multiple questions, break them into separate requests.
• Use voice chat if your hands are busy adjusting your system.

Boundaries & safety

DO’S
• Share general garden specs when you ask for a recommendation.
• Request instructions for product assembly or nutrient usage.
• Report any content that seems unsafe or inappropriate.

DON’TS
• Provide sensitive personal information.
• Rely on the assistant for emergency protocols or hazardous chemical handling.
• Seek medical or legal advice about produce or farming regulations.

Resource links
Beginner’s Guide → https://hydrogarden.example.com/beginners
Nutrient Calculator → https://hydrogarden.example.com/nutrient-calc

Quick reference
• “How do I fix algae buildup?” → The Growth Guru shares cleaning steps.
• “Which seeds work best for year-round lettuce?” → You’ll see recommended seed varieties.
• “Why are my basil leaves yellow?” → The assistant outlines possible nutrient or lighting issues.