Hydroponics For Your Indoor Plants

Hydroponics- A centuries old idea for todays growers. Research into growing plants in water with added nutrients actually began in 1699, but it wasn't until the 1930's that any serious interest was taken in this method of growing plants.

I grow my indoor plants using the hydroponic method and it has been a very satisfying experience.Apart from having a wonderful array of happy healthy plants, the lightweight growing mediums allow for easy moving of even the largest pots.

The use of soil is completely eleminated. Soil is replaced by clay granules, perlite, vermiculite and pebbles.I use the self watering pots and add nutrient solution to the water. Kits are available that makes hydroponic growing very easy for beginners. You just have to follow the instructions.

If it's possible try to obtain plants that have been germinated hydroponically. You can still use soil raised plants, but the soil needs to be completely removed, and your plants will suffer as their soil grown roots die back and the new roots start to grow. I usually germinate my own seeds in vermiculite, or 'strike' cuttings in perlite.

Although there are many individual approaches to growing plants hydroponically, once you have perfected the method your plants will grow faster, bigger, and look wonderfully healthy.


All the best and happy gardening

Margarete

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