Hydroponic plants are grown without soil. Instead of soil, their roots are suspended in a nutrient-rich water solution.
Here’s a breakdown:

• How it works:
• Nutrient Solution: A carefully balanced mixture of essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium is dissolved in water.
• Root Support: The roots are supported by an inert medium like rockwool, perlite, or gravel. This medium provides structural support but doesn’t contribute any nutrients.
• Delivery Methods:
  • Deep Water Culture (DWC): Roots are submerged in a continuously oxygenated nutrient solution.
  • Ebb and Flow: The growing medium is periodically flooded with the nutrient solution and then allowed to drain.
  • Aeroponics: Roots are suspended in the air and misted with nutrient solution.
• Benefits of Hydroponics:
• Space Efficiency: Can be grown vertically in smaller spaces.
• Water Conservation: Uses significantly less water than traditional soil-based methods.
• Pest and Disease Control: Reduced risk due to the sterile growing environment.
• Faster Growth: Plants can grow faster and produce higher yields.
• Year-Round Production: Can be grown indoors, regardless of the season.
• Commonly Grown Hydroponic Plants:
• Lettuce
• Tomatoes
• Strawberries
• Herbs (basil, mint, etc.)
• Leafy Greens (spinach, kale)
  
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