hi! if you're new to hydroponics, may i suggest you try microgreens first ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-rkKUL16iJrw.html (there are links in this video for more) just to feel the cocopeat without the need of nutrient solution. then eventually, learn about how to mix nutrient solution and how to use a ph reader to move on to growing veggies including cucumbers using the kratky method (which i use). kratky is the simplest hydroponic method because you can recycle food containers and you do not need pumps like other hydro methods.
