Apparatus for accelerating the growth rate of agronomic and horticulture plant varieties
OwnerDavid K. Suttoninventor
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Abstract
Vibration-causing-motion in combination with semihydroponics is used to accelerate plant growth at a faster rate than other current systems. The system of the invention utilizes a frequency of 45 to 500 cycles per second, and includes the use of weights to produce the necessary amplitude for the desired vibration. The system of the invention also may utilize a timing device which cycles on and off throughout the day, every day, to apply the desired amount of motion to the plants over a given period of time. The semihydroponics employed utilizes layers of soil, air and water combined at times with moving water and isolation of the plant roots in soil to minimize root rot.
Claims10
An apparatus for accelerating the growth rate of plants, said apparatus comprising:
- a water-tight container, means providing for a layer of water at the bottom of the container, means providing for support of the plants so that the roots of the plants can reach the water layer, and means for applying controlled motion to the plants continuously during predetermined timed intervals, the motion applied to the plants being applied for intervals of 5 to 15 minutes on and 15 to 120 minutes off.
A method of accelerating the growth rate of plants comprising the steps of:
- providing water for the roots of the plants;
- applying controlled motion to the plants at a frequency in the range of 45 to 500 cycles per second and continuously during intervals of 5 to 15 minutes on and 15 to 120 minutes off.
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