I have sprouted 10 AK48 seeds in a 1 gallon areogarden set up and during a routine rez change some of them where accidently crushed during week one/two. None of the stems where severed so I added 1 drop of super thrive, moved the LED light (200w) a foot 1/2 away and waited.
Now they are...
I would think one would need to use fabric bags for the best possible absorption and drain qualities. Especially if using DO infused water in a E&F system to bottom water.
How much of the root ball/planter must be submerged I wonder to water properly? Could burlap be used for the fabric...