HOW HYDROPONICS WORKS
Let the Water do the Work
Hydro - water / Ponos - work
Systems and Mediums
There are a variety of systems in which to grow hydroponic produce.
The different systems consist of Nutrient Film Technique, Deep Water Culture, Dutch Bucket System, Vertical Towers, and Aeroponics.
Click to learn more about the different systems and growing mediums that go into hydroponic growing.
Nutrients and Inputs
Hydroponics requires a certain select amount of essential elements required for plant growth. Some nutrients are required in a higher quantity, while others in less. Click to learn more about the nutrient requirements for hydroponic plants.
Life Cycle of Plant Growth
The life cycle of a plant can be described in four steps: Seed, Germination, Transplant, and Harvest.
Click to learn more about each of the five steps and how to properly care for a growing plant.
Plant Varities
There are many different plants that you can grow hydroponically. Click here to learn about a few of the most popular varieties.
Real World Application
There are many advantages and some disadvantages when using hydroponics. Working great in Urban areas and water scarce regions, hydroponics can be a fantastic technology to help sustain parts of a long term agriculture solution.