The stems on my cuttings are turning to mush and I can get anything to root, whats going on?
You’re experiencing a fungal infection commonly referred to as “damping off”. Fill your Aquastorm with 1/4 cup of strong bleach and hot water and let it sit for at least 1 hour. Scrub all the internal and external surfaces while the machine is soaking and rinse thoroughly. Check the air output of your air pump. If the pump shows signs of reduced air output rebuild or replace it. You should also monitor your water temperature. If the water temperature is near 100 degrees, the water’s capacity to hold oxygen will be significantly reduced. Higher temperatures will also accelerate the growth of bacteria and fungus. Move your Aquastorm to a cooler location if damping off continues to be a problem. You can also try a hydroponic grade fungicide such as Hydrogard to improve your results.
