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You will have a number of tools at your disposal to help keep your crops healthy and growing. Don't forget to top up the hydroponics trays [[File:Hydro tray.png]] with water every now and then, and make sure to pull any weeds as they pop up. <br /> | You will have a number of tools at your disposal to help keep your crops healthy and growing. Don't forget to top up the hydroponics trays [[File:Hydro tray.png]] with water every now and then, and make sure to pull any weeds as they pop up. <br /> | ||
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[[File:Mini hoe.png]] Mini Hoe - removes weeds<br /> | [[File:Mini hoe.png]] Mini Hoe - removes weeds<br /> | ||
[[File:Plant clippers.png]] Plant Clippers - takes samples (seeds) from plants<br /> | [[File:Plant clippers.png]] Plant Clippers - takes samples (seeds) from plants<br /> | ||
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[[File:Spade.png]] Spade - removes plants from tray<br /> | [[File:Spade.png]] Spade - removes plants from tray<br /> | ||
[[File:Bucket.png]] Bucket - used to transfer water<br /> | [[File:Bucket.png]] Bucket - used to transfer water<br /> | ||
[[File:Plant bag.png]] Plant Bag - for transporting plant materials<br /> | |||
=== Chemicals === | |||
In addition to the tools above, Botanists will have a number of chemicals available to them, either from vendors or made via chemistry. Careless use of chemicals can have unintended side effects, and should be used appropriately ([[Traitor|or not]]). <br /> | |||
[[File:Bottle.png]] Robust Harvest - increases plant potency<br /> | [[File:Bottle.png]] Robust Harvest - increases plant potency<br /> | ||
[[File:Pest spray.png]] Pest Spray - kills pests<br /> | [[File:Pest spray.png]] Pest Spray - kills pests<br /> | ||
[[File:Weed spray.png]] Weed Spray - kills weeds<br /> | [[File:Weed spray.png]] Weed Spray - kills weeds<br /> | ||
[[File:Plant-b-gone.png]] Plant-B-Gone - kills plants<br /> | [[File:Plant-b-gone.png]] Plant-B-Gone - kills plants<br /> | ||
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Seeds can be planted in a cleared hydroponics tray by clicking with a packet of seeds equipped. Once planted, the seeds will quickly sprout and begin to grow. When the crops are ready to harvest the hydroponics tray will show a green indicator. Most plants can be harvested by hand; some, however, will require the use of tools. Some plants, such as apple trees, can survive multiple harvests. Others, such as wheat, will need be be replanted each time. | Seeds can be planted in a cleared hydroponics tray by clicking with a packet of seeds equipped. Once planted, the seeds will quickly sprout and begin to grow. When the crops are ready to harvest the hydroponics tray will show a green indicator. Most plants can be harvested by hand; some, however, will require the use of tools. Some plants, such as apple trees, can survive multiple harvests. Others, such as wheat, will need be be replanted each time. | ||
=== Tray Maintenance === | |||
Eventually all plants will reach the end of their life and will need to be removed, if not harvested. Using a spade or a shovel on a hydroponics tray will remove any plant, dead or alive. | Eventually all plants will reach the end of their life and will need to be removed, if not harvested. Using a spade or a shovel on a hydroponics tray will remove any plant, dead or alive. | ||
Over time, hydroponics trays can become filled with weeds. These can be removed either by using a mini hoe, or through chemical means. Be warned, however, that overuse of weed killers can lead to unhealthy plants, possibly killing them. | Over time, hydroponics trays can become filled with weeds. These can be removed either by using a mini hoe, or through chemical means. Be warned, however, that overuse of weed killers can lead to unhealthy plants, possibly killing them. | ||
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Revision as of 05:26, 22 February 2022
Service
Botanist
- Access: Hydroponics, Maintenance, Service
- Difficulty: Easy
- Duties: Stop the chef from seeking "alternative sources". Grow lots of wheat. Make weed soothes and spike drinks with nettles.
- Supervisors: Head of Personnel
- Subordinates: None
- Guides: [TBA]
Botanists are responsible for growing food, medicines and resources aboard the station. Without you, the Chef may resort to "questionable" methods of food acquisition. Be sure to make use of your seed extractor 
and plant clippers 
to maintain a steady supply of seeds.
Tools
You will have a number of tools at your disposal to help keep your crops healthy and growing. Don't forget to top up the hydroponics trays 
with water every now and then, and make sure to pull any weeds as they pop up.
Mini Hoe - removes weeds
Plant Clippers - takes samples (seeds) from plants
Scythe - sharp, helps harvest
Hatchet - for cutting wood
Spade - removes plants from tray
Bucket - used to transfer water
Plant Bag - for transporting plant materials
Chemicals
In addition to the tools above, Botanists will have a number of chemicals available to them, either from vendors or made via chemistry. Careless use of chemicals can have unintended side effects, and should be used appropriately (or not).
Robust Harvest - increases plant potency
Pest Spray - kills pests
Weed Spray - kills weeds
Plant-B-Gone - kills plants
Hydroponics Tray
These interstellar-grade hydroponics systems are where a botanist typically spends most of their time. Examining a tray by shift-clicking will reveal details about its current status, including its water and nutrient levels, the presence of weeds and the status of any plants currently in the tray.
Seeds can be planted in a cleared hydroponics tray by clicking with a packet of seeds equipped. Once planted, the seeds will quickly sprout and begin to grow. When the crops are ready to harvest the hydroponics tray will show a green indicator. Most plants can be harvested by hand; some, however, will require the use of tools. Some plants, such as apple trees, can survive multiple harvests. Others, such as wheat, will need be be replanted each time.
Tray Maintenance
Eventually all plants will reach the end of their life and will need to be removed, if not harvested. Using a spade or a shovel on a hydroponics tray will remove any plant, dead or alive.
Over time, hydroponics trays can become filled with weeds. These can be removed either by using a mini hoe, or through chemical means. Be warned, however, that overuse of weed killers can lead to unhealthy plants, possibly killing them.
