{"product_id":"vivosun-5-gal-single-dwc-bucket-kit-top-feed-drip","title":"Vivosun 5 Gal DWC Hydroponic System - Single Bucket Kit","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVivosun 5 Gal DWC Hydroponic System - Single Bucket Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrying hydroponics for the first time shouldn't mean building a multi-site system before you know how one plant responds. The Vivosun 5 Gallon DWC Hydroponic Bucket System gives you a complete one-plant setup. It pairs deep water culture with a recirculating top-feed drip ring in a single 5-gallon bucket, powered by a quiet 7 L\/min air pump that runs under 40 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one air pump does two jobs. One air line feeds a ball air stone at the bottom of the bucket to oxygenate the nutrient solution around the roots. The second line drives the drip ring through the water inlet tube, lifting solution up and spraying it over the clay pebbles so young roots stay moist before they reach the reservoir. Inline check valves prevent backflow toward the pump. The pump's +\/− knob lets you dial in more bubbles or more drip as your plant grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8″ grooved net basket holds the included ceramsite clay pebbles, which support the plant and keep air moving around the upper roots. A floating red ball in the blue water level tube shows when it's time to top up. At 13.4″ wide and 15.7″ tall, the Vivosun single bucket kit fits easily in a grow tent, greenhouse, balcony, or garden. It suits fruits, vegetables, flowers, and other crops started from rooted seedlings or cuttings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\u003cvideo src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/b31b72f1ba2b481b9ab5b6cb974c9eef.mp4\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 8px;\" autoplay=\"autoplay\" muted=\"\" loop=\"loop\" playsinline=\"\" controls=\"controls\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .image-gallery-container{max-width:1240px;margin:20px auto;}\n  .image-gallery{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);gap:1rem;}\n  .gallery-item{aspect-ratio:1;overflow:hidden;border-radius:8px;}\n  .gallery-item img{width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;display:block;transition:transform 0.3s ease;}\n  .gallery-item:hover img{transform:scale(1.05);}\n  @media (max-width:768px){\n    .image-gallery{display:flex;overflow-x:auto;scroll-snap-type:x mandatory;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;gap:0.75rem;}\n    .gallery-item{flex:0 0 85%;scroll-snap-align:center;}\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-gallery-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-gallery\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gallery-item\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1383\/1731\/files\/Vivosun_5Gallon_DWC_Hydroponic_System_Kit_1bucket_8.jpg?v=1790709839\" alt=\"Vivosun single DWC bucket with clay pebbles, check valves and floating water level indicator\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gallery-item\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1383\/1731\/files\/Vivosun_5Gallon_DWC_Hydroponic_System_Kit_1bucket_6.jpg?v=1790709839\" alt=\"Vivosun 8 inch grooved net basket with clay pebbles for fruits, flowers and vegetables\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gallery-item\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1383\/1731\/files\/Vivosun_5Gallon_DWC_Hydroponic_System_Kit_1bucket_2.jpg?v=1790709839\" alt=\"Vivosun adjustable air pump and air stone for single DWC bucket\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gallery-item\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1383\/1731\/files\/Vivosun_5Gallon_DWC_Hydroponic_System_Kit_1bucket_5.jpg?v=1790709839\" alt=\"Vivosun 5 gallon DWC bucket cutaway showing top feed recirculating drip\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .features-grid-container{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:center;gap:1rem;padding:2rem 0;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;margin:0 auto;max-width:1240px;}\n  .feature-card{background-color:transparent;padding:1.5rem;border-radius:8px;text-align:center;flex:0 1 240px;box-sizing:border-box;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"features-grid-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 2.5em; line-height: 1; color: #2c5530;\"\u003e💧\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold; color: #333; margin: 0.75rem 0 0.5rem 0;\"\u003eDWC + Top Feed Drip\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.6; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eReservoir below and recirculating drip ring above keep roots fed and moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 2.5em; line-height: 1; color: #2c5530;\"\u003e🫧\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold; color: #333; margin: 0.75rem 0 0.5rem 0;\"\u003e7 L\/min Adjustable Pump\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.6; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eQuiet 8W air pump runs under 40 dB and powers both aeration and drip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 2.5em; line-height: 1; color: #2c5530;\"\u003e🔁\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold; color: #333; margin: 0.75rem 0 0.5rem 0;\"\u003eInline Check Valves\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.6; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eTwo check valves keep solution from flowing back toward the pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 2.5em; line-height: 1; color: #2c5530;\"\u003e🔴\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold; color: #333; margin: 0.75rem 0 0.5rem 0;\"\u003eFloating Level Indicator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.6; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eRed ball in the water level tube shows at a glance when to add solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 2.5em; line-height: 1; color: #2c5530;\"\u003e🧺\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold; color: #333; margin: 0.75rem 0 0.5rem 0;\"\u003e8″ Grooved Net Basket\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.6; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eGroove design and clay pebbles support the plant and promote healthy roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 2.5em; line-height: 1; color: #2c5530;\"\u003e🌱\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold; color: #333; margin: 0.75rem 0 0.5rem 0;\"\u003eOne-Plant Starter Setup\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.6; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eComplete single-bucket kit sized for tents, balconies, gardens, and greenhouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x DWC Hydroponic Bucket (5 Gallon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x 8″ Net Basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Clay Pebbles Pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Air Pump (8W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Air Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Black Tubing (12 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x Inline Check Valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Drip Irrigation Ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Water Inlet Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Water Level Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Red Floating Ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x Sealing Ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Elbow Connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Instruction Booklet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.styled-spec-container{width:100%;overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;border:1px solid #eee;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:1em;}.styled-spec-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;}.styled-spec-table thead{background-color:#f8f8f8;}.styled-spec-table th,.styled-spec-table td{padding:12px 15px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;}.styled-spec-table th{font-weight:bold;color:#333;border-bottom:2px solid #ccc;}.styled-spec-table td{border-bottom:1px solid #eee;}.styled-spec-table tbody td:first-child{font-weight:500;color:#444;}.styled-spec-table tbody tr:last-child td{border-bottom:none;}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"styled-spec-container\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"styled-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep Water Culture (DWC) with top feed recirculating drip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBucket Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBucket Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.4″ Diameter × 15.7″ Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Basket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8″, black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir Pump Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 L\/min, adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir Pump Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNoise Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;40 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Level Indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloating red ball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrow Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramsite clay pebbles (included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInitial Fill Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 9.5″ (24 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSupport \u0026amp; Manuals\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1383\/1731\/files\/Vivosun_5Gallon_DWC_Hydroponic_System_Kit_1bucket_Manual.pdf?v=1790709523\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; background-color: #f7f7f7; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; padding: 12px 18px; text-decoration: none; color: #333; transition: background-color 0.3s ease, box-shadow 0.3s ease;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.5em; margin-right: 12px;\"\u003e📄\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDWC Hydroponic System Kit (1-Bucket) Manual\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow do I set up the Vivosun single bucket DWC kit?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the black tubing into two equal lengths. Run one through the top of the bucket into the water inlet tube's tee fitting to power the drip ring, and connect the other to the air stone. Fit an inline check valve on each line near the pump, with the \"IN\" side facing the pump, then connect both to the pump outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow much water do I add?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the power off, fill the bucket with clean water or a low-concentration nutrient solution to about 9.5″ (24 cm), roughly the lower part of the basket. The floating red ball in the water level tube shows the level as it drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow do I plant in the net basket?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd washed clay pebbles to the basket and set your seedling so its roots sit below the drip irrigation ring. Cover the ring fully with another layer of pebbles, making sure none block the ring's outlet, then plug in the pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow do I adjust bubbles and drip flow?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the +\/− knob on the air pump. Raising the output increases both drip spray volume and oxygenation of the nutrient solution, so adjust until you see steady bubbles and consistent drip over the pebbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe drip ring sprays intermittently. Is that normal?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, intermittent spraying is normal for this air-driven drip system. If flow stops, check that clay pebbles aren't blocking the ring's outlet. After a period of operation, the pebbles become fully moistened and create an even root environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eShould the air pump stay on all the time?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Vivosun recommends keeping the air pump running continuously, since both the drip irrigation and the reservoir oxygenation stop when it's off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCan I start seeds directly in the bucket?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system is ideal for seedlings and rooted cuttings. For the best results, root seeds or clones first in a propagation setup, then transplant them into the net basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow do I disconnect the black tubing from the water inlet tube?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce connected, the tubing and water inlet tube fitting hold firmly. To separate them, press the gray bump on the fitting and pull the tubing out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"VIVOSUN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52586449830104,"sku":"WEB-DWC-0001","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1383\/1731\/files\/Vivosun_5Gallon_DWC_Hydroponic_System_Kit_1bucket_1.png?v=1790709839","url":"https:\/\/trimleaf.com\/products\/vivosun-5-gal-single-dwc-bucket-kit-top-feed-drip","provider":"Trimleaf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}