There’s no denying that hydroponic gardening is growing—and will to continue to grow—in popularity because of its convenience, efficiency and eco-friendliness. But if you wanted to get in on this hot gardening trend, where do you begin? Basic Wick Hydroponic System:
Of the many benefits of hydroponic gardening, and one of the most exciting for entrepreneurial growers, is higher crop yield. Hydroponic crops grow at a rate 30 percent to 50 percent faster than a soil plant under the same conditions.
Just because the weather gets colder, that doesn’t mean you have to go without fresh vegetables. With the help of hydroponic gardening, you can enjoy salads, cucumbers and tomatoes even though winter might traditionally dictate those crops are out of season.
Novices, hobby gardeners and commercial growers rely on greenhouses to protect their plants from pests and the elements to ultimately extend their growing seasons.
Hydroponic gardening is just one more way you can maximize the use of your greenhouse space and try your hand at a different growing strategy. Simply put, hydroponic systems utilize mineral nutrient solutions in water—rather than the more traditional option of soil—to grow plants. Instead of drawing nutrients needed from the soil, the plants’ roots are suspended in, flooded or misted with a nutrient solution so they can grow
If you have been suppressing your interest in hydroponics out of fear or misunderstanding, it’s time to reach out and get help. At Gothic ArchGreenhouses, we are here to provide you with the tools and knowledge you will need to be a successful hydroponic gardener. Whether you are a hobby grower, a commercial grower, or a teaching facility, there are good reasons you should be growing hydroponically.
