LECA Setups Compared: Wick vs. Submerged (Why I Don't Use Vases)

Your LECA setup could be the reason your plants are struggling. The way you arrange your plant, the clay balls, and the nutrient solution directly affects root health, moisture levels, and whether your plant thrives or rots. In this video I compare the wick and submerged methods so you can choose the right setup for your plants, your environment, and your care routine. I also explain why I avoid the glass vase method, despite how popular it is. -------------------- 👉 *Buy my book Plant Parenting For Busy People* https://geni.us/FOi8mWu (Amazon Affiliate) 👉 *Join my FREE Facebook Group* https://www.facebook.com/groups/thelecaqueen/ 👉 *Exclusive Bonus Content* https://thelecaqueen.com 👉 *Buy me a coffee* https://buymeacoffee.com/thelecaqueen -------------------- *PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS:* 🌱 *Nutrients* GT Foliage Focus 👉 https://tinyurl.com/5xb9t39x GT Silica 👉 https://tinyurl.com/mrxhtmbb GT CCS Clone Cutting Solution 👉 https://tinyurl.com/4wetft5s GT Rootzone👉 https://tinyurl.com/yks8z8vv Use code *Thelecaqueen* for a *10% discount* -------------------- 💡 *Grow lights* *Soltech Grow Lights* 👉 https://glnk.io/0lyv/12 *Barrina Grow Lights* 👉 https://barrina-led.com/collections/led-grow-lights?ref=THELECAQUEEN *Mars Hydro* 👉 https://marshydroau.com/?ref=thelecaqueen -------------------- 🔍 *Light Meter* House Plant Journal LTH Meter 👉 https://www.houseplantjournal.com/ref/4 -------------------- 🪴 *Plant care and accessories* *Leafy Brand* 👉 https://theleafybrand.com?bg_ref=7WGqMaFlgH *Wavy Leaf Pots* 👉 https://wavyleaf.co/discount/thelecaqueen *Planthaul* 👉 https://planthaul.peachs.co/a/thelecaqueen *Vego Garden* 👉 https://glnk.io/vzw5/thelecaqueen Some of the links above are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you shop through them, at no extra cost to you. For some brands, a discount may be applied automatically at checkout when you use the link. Thank you for supporting my content. -------------------- 🛒 *AMAZON STORE* 👉 Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thelecaqueen (Amazon Affiliate) -------------------- 👉 VIDEO CONTENTS: 0:00 Introduction 0:51 What Is a LECA Setup (and Why It Matters) 1:08 The Wick Setup for Semi Hydroponics 2:22 Wick Setup: What to Watch Out For 3:14 The Submerged LECA Setup Explained 3:48 Root Rot and Anaerobic Environments 4:40 Algae, Light, and Water Levels 5:23 FAQ: Roots Growing Into the Reservoir 6:36 Wick vs Submerged: Side-by-Side Comparison 9:11 Best Plants for Each Setup 9:56 Choosing Your Pots (Net Pots, Ceramics & DIY) 10:51 The Truth About Glass Vase Setups -------------------- 👉 *Follow me on social media* Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thelecaqueen/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thelecaqueen Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/TheLecaQueen/ Pinterest → https://au.pinterest.com/TheLecaQueen -------------------- ⚠️ *Disclosure* Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you make a purchase. Thank you for supporting my channel!