Spider mites like many pests can be terminated in several ways. The best way to avoid a spider mite infestation is by taking precautionary measures. Plants should be visually inspected weekly; this will help determine if there are any in your garden. It’s important to check under leaves, around the stems and in the growing medium or soil for signs of spider mites. Many gardeners have made their dreams come true by making their living in their backyard greenhouse and selling their produce to local restaurants and markets. The potential of hydroponic culture is incredible, but commercial hydroponics in the United States was held back until hydroponic systems that were economical to build and relatively easy to operate became available in the marketplace. The required nutrients are mixed into the plants’ water supply artificially. The plant roots are suspended within the water by various designs and the crop obtains the food nutrients directly from the water, or from an air mist sprayed directly unto the plant roots. Hydroponics also requires the use growing media. If the pH factor goes too high or too low, the plants will not do well and will show confusing signs or nutrient deficiencies. Nutrients are a key factor in a successful hydroponic garden. It’s vital to choose a nutrient solution formulated for hydroponics. Standard fertilizers sold in garden stores are not generally suited for hydroponics, as they do not contain specific trace elements, which are necessary for a balanced hydroponic formula. The growth rate on a hydroponic plant is 30 to 50% faster than a soil plant that was grown under the same conditions. The yield of the plant is also greater. There are many reasons for the drastic differences between hydroponic and soil plants. Root growth is stimulated in the hydroponic plants due to the extra oxygen. The nutrient solution circulates around the roots of your plant and the formula will either make your plants happy and fruitful or kill them. The perfect level must be found for the plants you are trying to feed. The pH level for plants determines what type of nutrient solution that they need. Acid loving plants need a pH level below 7 while other plants need a level above 7 to achieve optimal growth.