Enjoy growing your own food, without the hassle of in-ground gardening!
The Global Hydroponics Initiative seeks to bring hydroponic gardening to individuals, organizations and business around the globe.
Some people just get plants. They are often referred to as "green thumbs" for their ability to maintain healthy, green, flourishing plants.
But have you ever known someone who was a "black thumb" - a term for someone who can't keep plants alive? Most of us have; perhaps you are even familiar with the struggle yourself, and you would be far from alone.
Challenges to gardening include: limited space, messy soils and amendments, pest and disease control, physical labor, costs and so much more. But they don't have to be.
Hydroponic growing systems are the answer!
The fundamentals of hydroponic gardening are simple and versatile - allowing anyone, at any growing level, in any environment to grow their own plants with little to no hassle. The key benefits of hydroponic gardening systems include:- Know where your food comes from, and get it fresh off the plant!
- Regulated growth and minimal maintenance makes gardening possible for everyone.
- Suits YOUR needs: small spaces or indoors, to commercial greenhouses and nurseries.
- Soil-less grow option means less mess, less pests, and less hassle.
- Reduced water requirements make gardening economic and environmentally friendly.
- Grow in the kitchen for the family, or in a greenhouse for your community or business!
Not really sure what is best for you? Here is an examples from both sides to get you started:
Home Hydroponics
The Farmstand Nook takes up less than 4 square feet of level space, and extends vertically up to 55" (4ft 7in).
Perfect for the kitchen, dining area, or even patio, this home hydroponic system can accommodate 20 plants!
Check it out on the LettuceGrow website:
LettuceGrow: Farmstand Nook
Greenhouse Hydroponics
GrowSpan offers greenhouse designs, construction and supplies for commercial and industry use.
Peruse their website to review benefits, drawbacks and informational guides on a variety of greenhouse options!
Especially if you are new to hydroponics or greenhouse setup and maintenance, you may find it useful to start with this handy overview of a hydroponic greenhouse:
GrowSpan: Overview of a Hydroponic Greenhouse