Hydroponic cultivation, what is it?
Do you miss the opportunity to grow outdoors?
You have to try hydroponic growing!
The cultivation takes place in nutrient-enriched water instead of in soil. The plants' root systems are in constant contact with the water and nutrients, which means that they do not have to search for it in the same way as in soil. This makes the plants surface-efficient and grows larger in a shorter time. The oxygen that the plant & roots need is obtained either through an oxygen pump that oxygenates the water or by leaving an air gap between the water surface and the plant where the plant forms special aerial roots.
Grow indoors and outdoors
It is possible to grow with hydro systems both indoors and outdoors. Keep in mind that outdoor cultivation only works in the warmer months. You can bring the cultivation indoors when the cold starts to creep in. Many people start hydroponically indoors and then move outside either hydroponically or replant in soil to get an earlier and more abundant harvest. However, you should not take plants from soil to hydroponics, the risk of bringing in nasty bacteria or pests is high.
A smart system for the home grower
Hydroponic growing is perfect for those of you who enjoy growing at home – on the balcony or as a complement to your garden. The big advantage is that it only takes a few minutes to get started and that no previous experience is needed. It is therefore a perfect system for those who do not have green fingers! It is difficult to water a plant that lives in water to death.
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Big harvest quickly.
When you grow hydroponically, your plants grow faster and bear fruit earlier. It's up to twice as fast. The harvest is generous with little effort and in a small area! -
Grow different plants in the same crop .
If you want variety and grow different types of vegetables and herbs, you can do it in the same grow room – without separate boxes. -
Avoid soil spills indoors.
Since hydroponic growing doesn't require any soil, you don't have to deal with soil stains indoors or on the patio. You also don't have to lug expensive and heavy bags of soil home. -
Complete your gardening.
Grow hydroponically when there is no space in the garden or when the season is coming to an end and autumn is approaching. -
Fewer problems with diseases and insect pests.
Since the substrate is non-organic, there are fewer problems with insect pests as these are often dependent on soil for their life cycle. -
Minimal maintenance .
Just add water and nutrients and harvest.
How do I get started?
Our goal is to make it easy and cheap to get started. That's why we've made a couple of starter kits with slightly different contents, so you'll find one that suits your ambitions. You can easily and cheaply build your own grow box. See how we did it here. We also have ready-made systems if you want to get started quickly and easily or just try it out.
Place the box in a bright window or outdoors. Also buy plant lighting, which is needed during the darker season. Once the box is in place and you have filled it with water, you can leave the box to its fate with a clear conscience and follow the development of the plants. No need to run around with the watering can and check the soil moisture. The hydroponic growing box almost takes care of itself.
Suitable plants for hydro systems
It is possible to grow many types of plants using hydroponic cultivation. However, it is agreed that leafy greens and herbs are the most suitable. Here are some examples of easy-to-grow plants in a hydroponic growing system.
• Lettuce, preferably one that grows a little high, e.g. romaine lettuce
• Swiss chard
• Basil
• Parsley
• Chili fruits
• Tomatoes
• Dill
• Coriander
The new way to grow!
Discover the benefits and simplicity of hydroponic growing. Hydroponic growing is also better from an environmental point of view and requires no dangerous fertilizers that leak into nature. No transportation of soil. All the water and nutrients you add benefit your plants. At the same time, you avoid the mess of soil indoors.