Saturday, April 18, 2015

By Stella Gay


Hydroponics is part of hydroculture which is the growing of plants on water with the aid of nutrient solutions. This method emerged from the soilless culture which has been part of the efforts of NASA to use this style in space program. This is particularly useful climates and areas where soil planting does not work. Hence, this might work as well in space but there are no sufficient evidences yet.

Solution and medium cultures are the basic types of hydroponics. Hydroponic supplies and materials are very useful for urban planting, which is usually done indoors. These materials are already available in commercial agricultural stores all over the states. In Seattle, WA, there are advanced innovations that can be utilized which are mostly purchased in the internet.

There are also different types of culturing plants using sand, gravel, or rockwool. There are also irrigation systems used for these methods of planting. Sub and top irrigations can be utilized for all types of hydroponic systems. The reservoirs used for this is usually plastic containers but there are also metal, concrete, glass, wood, and vegetable solids.

None of these reservoirs must be exposed to the sun because it can accumulate algae. A proper set up of hydroponics requires the use of the right materials like flood tables, net pots, aqua food table, and propagators. These are all available either in physical stores or in the internet.

If you are into urban farming, you can try this, especially if you do not have much space in your backyard. Most people in the city are trying this technique to plant their herbs and vegetables indoor for practical and convenient cooking. If you are a green thumb, you can definitely try soilless culture.

Healthy soils in the city are so hard to find. You can still be a green thumb even if you are living in a huge city of concretes. People like to do this in their houses. Ornamental plants are also very possible to be planted using this kind of method.

The supplies are very accessible and easy to acquire as well. Other materials you need to get started include tubing, reservoir heaters, buckets, electrical connections, timers, air stones, and a lot more. These are not too expensive but make sure that you are purchasing good quality materials for your perusal.

The nutrient solution should be handled with care. It contains some chemicals and you have to be careful. If you are not confident about your skills in this method, call an expert so that you will be taught and instructed accordingly. It is important to assemble the parts properly, securely, and safely.

This innovation is very helpful and practical. Might as well invest on the supplies and materials. You can also learn the techniques online which is really fun to do. Indoor gardening can never be as fun as this so try it for yourself and support your activity with a little research.




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