Hydroponic gardening is a method that uses a supply of water with other water-fertilizer solutions to grow plants. Hydroponic systems grow faster than other conventional ways, and more importantly, they are suitable for all seasons.
Many beginners fail once or twice at first and fear to try again. This article aims at helping you master this gardening method with the following instructions.
Each type of plant requires a particular hydroponic setup. But there are some vital factors you should follow strictly:
Except for corn, root veggies, or vine plants, you can grow almost everything in a hydroponic vegetable garden. However, small or fast-growing plants are preferable to start with.
If this is the first time you do hydroponic gardening, here are the 5 best hydroponic plants for beginners to try:
As long as you maintain the nutrient solution oxygenated, spinach will grow and develop quickly. You even need less water than regular ground gardening.
Leaf lettuce is the easiest plant to grow since it does not require any hassle care from gardeners. The only requirement is to change the water and nutrient solution regularly.
Luckily, most types of herbs, including chives, basil, mint, oregano, rosemary, parsley, thyme, etc., can fit in any system and even grow well in water.
Bell peppers may require more technique, but overall, they are still suitable for novice gardeners. Always remember to prune your plants at around 8 inches to speed up their growth.
Strawberries fit the ebb and flow/ flood and drain system the most, but nutrient film technique or deep water culture is also effective for a limited crop.
Getting sufficient light is important for plants’ development. However, if natural sunlight is limited, an alternative light
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Fungus gnats are small, dark flying insects that thrive in indoor potted plants. These pesky insects also attack hydroponic gardens and can seriously destroy or inhibit plant growth.
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