According to aquaponics guru John, “Aquaponics combines fish farming and crop cultivation in a symbiotic loop.” You’ll need a fish tank, grow bed, water pump, plumbing, lights, and fish and plants that thrive together. Purchase ready-made components or build your own to suit your space. Once set up, this closed ecosystem feeds plants with nutrients … Read more
According to hydroponics guru Alicia Thompson, “Hydroponic wick systems provide a simple, low-cost way to grow plants without soil.” This passive hydro method relies on the capillary action of wicks to deliver nutrients to plant roots. As water evaporates from the reservoir below, the wicks draw more water up to the growing medium. The key … Read more
According to growing systems expert Dr. Marc van Iersel, “Most plants, including leafy greens, herbs, tomatoes, cucumbers, and strawberries can be grown with aeroponics.” In aeroponics, roots are misted with nutrients in an air chamber, promoting faster growth in an oxygen-rich zone. As Dr. van Iersel explains, aeroponics enables precise control over nutrients, temperature, humidity … Read more
According to Hydrobuilder Learning Center (1), garlic can be grown hydroponically with the right equipment and know-how. Growing garlic hydroponically is a great way to have your cake and eat it, too. You’ll be able to save space, time, and effort by choosing this method for growing your plants. It’s not tough to do, especially … Read more
Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of grow boxes? You might be thinking, “I can just plant anything in it, right?” Well, my green-thumbed friend, while it’s as simple as planting a seed, there’s more to it than meets the eye. What To Plant In a Grow Box? Buckle up, because I’m … Read more
What is hydroponic gardening? Hey there, young green thumbs! Are you curious about hydroponic gardening? (1) You might be wondering, “What in the world is that?”. Well, let me tell you: it’s a way of growing plants without soil! That’s right, you heard me. Instead of using soil, plants are grown in nutrient-rich water. But why was it created, you … Read more