Tag: Hydroponics

What It Is and How To Get Started Hydroponics is becoming increasingly popular with people who want to grow plants indoors or in small spaces without the mess and unpredictability of soil. If you are new to growing and unsure where to start, hydroponics can feel a little intimidating at first. In reality, it is a straightforward and flexible way to grow healthy plants once you understand the basics. What Is Hydroponics? Hydroponics is a method of growing plants using water instead of soil. The plant roots are supported by an inert growing medium and fed through a nutrient rich water solution. This means the plant receives everything it needs directly at the roots, including water, oxygen and nutrients. Because nothing is wasted in soil, hydroponic growing allows much greater control ...