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| What is hydroponics? |
| Hydroponics is commonly referred to as the cultivation of plants in water. However, study shows that various media can support the growth of the plant, so the d |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
| Category: Garden - Hydroponics Questions |
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| What is aeroponics? |
| Aeroponics is classified as a hydroponic method where roots of the plants are continuously or discontinuously placed in an environment soaked with fine drops su |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
| Category: Garden - Hydroponics Questions |
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| What plants can be grown hydroponically? |
| Theoretically, most plants can be grown hydroponically, but in practice, some are easier to grow than others. Among the easier ones are lettuce, basil, min |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
| Category: Garden - Hydroponics Questions |
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| What are the advantages of hydroponics? |
| The most apparent advantage of hydroponics is its manageability in controlling the plant-growing environment. Other benefits of hydroponics are: - Less w |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| What equipment do I need to start growing hydroponic plants? |
| Necessary equipment should be prepared before you can start hydroponics. The equipment can be purchased at most nurseries or garden centers. You will need:
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| Author: Harry Gurney |
| Category: Garden - Hydroponics Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Jul 21, 2006 20:51:45) |
| How much does it cost to get started in hydroponics? |
| Starting with your hydroponics is quite expensive if you purchase costly equipment. However, you can go for low-cost hydroponics with the use of less expensive |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
| Category: Garden - Hydroponics Questions |
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| Are there different types of hydroponics? |
| Actually, there are many different types of hydroponics. The major divisions are either media-based or water-based. Under media-based hydroponics are the follow |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
| Category: Garden - Hydroponics Questions |
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| What are some problems to watch out for with hydroponics? |
| One of the main concerns in hydroponics is how to balance the pH of the nutrient mixture. Pest control also creates some difficulty, but there are now some |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| Why is pH important? |
| It is essential to have constant monitoring of the pH in your hydroponic plants because the pH maintains the level of nutrients in the plant. The pH is one of t |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
| Category: Garden - Hydroponics Questions |
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| Why is aeration important? |
Sufficient aeration of the root is vital in hydroponic plants. It is essential for obtaining the fuel that the plants need in order to grow.
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| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| What different growing media can be used in hydroponics? |
| The different growing media used in hydroponics are:
- Expanded Clay - enables nutrients to be controlled by the water
- Rockwool - made from basalt |
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| What is net pot? |
| Net pot is one of the tools used in hydroponics. It is available in various sizes. Net pot is usually made up of heavy gauge plastic netting. This is perfect fo |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| Do hydroponic plants have problems with insects? |
| Yes. Hydroponic plants, especially those that are grown outdoors, experience problems with insects. Most insects grow rapidly which can affect th |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| Do hydroponic plants get diseases? |
| Yes. The diseases that can attack your hydroponic plants will depend on the type of plants you are growing and their environment. The common causes of plant dis |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| Can you grow xeric plants like cacti hydroponically? |
| Yes, xeric plants are characterized by thriving in an extremely dry habitat. However, like any other plants, xeric plants such as cacti can also be cultiva |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| What nutrients do hydroponic plants require? |
| Nutrients are needed by the hydroponic plants in order to grow and promote production. Basic nutrients consist of the following:
- Water - There should be a |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| How much time does a hydroponic garden require? |
| Starting a hydroponic garden requires time commitment and dedication. It needs plenty of time if you want to make sure that the plants are in good condition at |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| Can I grow hydroponic plants indoors? |
| Growing hydroponic plants can definitely be done indoors. You just need to maintain a temperature that ranges from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Of course there |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| What should I use for a light source? |
Light is, of course, one of the principal requirements for plant growth in a hydroponic system. Most cultivated plants need sunlight. However, when you grow |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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| Do hydroponic plants grow faster than the plants in soil? |
It will depend on how you manage the techniques that you are going to use in hydroponics. If the methods are followed properly, the growth of hydroponic |
| Author: Harry Gurney |
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