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An Herbalist Hired Me to Grow This Weird Herb in Hydroponics

This Video is from the Youtube channel: “Homegrown Passion”. 

An herbalist hired me to grow wormwood in my hydroponic greenhouse. From tiny seeds in Oasis cubes to harvest and dehydrating for tinctures, here’s how I grow this powerful medicinal herb.

An herbalist hired me to grow wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) in my hydroponic greenhouse — and after just a few successful harvests, they’ve already asked me to grow another full round.

In this video, I take you step by step through the entire hydroponic growing process, from tiny wormwood seeds in Oasis cubes, to a thriving silvery-green plant, to harvesting and drying the herb in a dehydrator for use in tinctures and herbal remedies.

Wormwood is a powerful medicinal herb traditionally used in bitters, vermouth, absinthe, and herbal formulations. Because it’s so potent, I focus on growing it in a clean, controlled, pesticide-free hydroponic system for a trained herbalist — not for casual use.

🌿 In this video, you’ll learn:

How to start wormwood from seed (light-dependent germination)

Why Oasis cubes work so well for hydroponic herbs

Nutrient, pH, and light preferences for wormwood

How I grow wormwood in an NFT hydroponic system

How to encourage bushy growth instead of tall woody stems

When to harvest wormwood for maximum potency

How to dry wormwood properly in a dehydrator

How dried herbs are stored for long-term use in tinctures and blends

⚠️ Important Note:
This video is for educational and growing purposes only and is not medical advice. Wormwood contains compounds that can be harmful if misused and should only be used internally under the guidance of a qualified herbal practitioner or healthcare provider.

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00:00 – An Herbalist Hired Me to Grow Wormwood
Why this unusual medicinal herb ended up in my hydroponic greenhouse

00:40 – What Is Wormwood & Why Grow It Hydroponically
Artemisia absinthium, traditional uses, and why clean hydroponics matters

01:45 – Important Safety & Medical Disclaimer
Why wormwood is potent and must be used responsibly

02:30 – Starting Wormwood From Seed (Light Matters!)
Where to find seeds, why they’re tiny, and how germination works

03:45 – Seeding Wormwood in Oasis Cubes
Exact seeding method, moisture, and lighting setup

05:05 – Germination Timeline & Thinning Seedlings
What to expect in 7–21 days and how to select the strongest plant

06:15 – Transplanting Wormwood Into the Hydro System
Moving seedlings into NFT and why this system works well

07:30 – Nutrients, EC, pH & Light Requirements
How I keep wormwood healthy without overfeeding

08:45 – Spacing & Encouraging Bushy Growth
Why pruning and airflow matter for medicinal herbs

10:05 – Daily Care & Signs of a Healthy Wormwood Plant
Root health, color, aroma, and troubleshooting issues

11:30 – When to Harvest Wormwood for Maximum Potency
Why early flowering is the key harvest window

12:45 – How I Harvest Wormwood in the Greenhouse
Cutting technique and preparing plants for regrowth

14:00 – Drying Wormwood in a Dehydrator
Temperature, timing, and how to know when it’s done

15:20 – Storing Dried Wormwood for Tinctures & Blends
Labeling, storage conditions, and shelf life

16:15 – How the Herbalist Uses This Wormwood
Tinctures, bitters, and professional herbal formulations

17:15 – Final Thoughts on Growing Medicinal Herbs Hydroponically
Is wormwood right for your system?

18:00 – Subscribe for More Hydroponic Herb Experiments
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