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Basic information about hydroponics and indoor gardening

Author: Fredrick Durrenmatt
by Fredrick Durrenmatt
Posted: May 14, 2015

In case you have always dreamed about your own gardening project, you should know that it is time you put that into practice. Nowadays, there are so many devices and pieces of equipment which can help you develop your own indoor garden, but if you are a beginner, things may seem very confusing. You may hear the term "hydroponics" as the modern alternative of traditional growing, and you should know that hydroponics UK has gained a lot of popularity lately. This is mainly due to the fact that it does not involve a high level of knowledge or complicated equipment (just a grow tent and few systems), especially if your project is for personal use. You can grow almost any type of plant, from decorative flowers to herbs you use in the kitchen, and this is what makes this modern method the perfect choice, especially for beginners. All you have to do is read some specialized magazines or online articles, to find out how this works, purchase a ducting system and you will finally be able to have the indoor garden you have always dreamed of.

To begin with, you must understand what hydroponics is. Even if you may have an idea, you should know that it mainly refers to a growing method which uses water instead of soil. The plants will no longer have their roots in the ground, but they will take all the necessary nutrients from water. The way in which water is prepared to deliver the nutrients to plants varies depending on the species and the systems you use, but you should not be concerned about this. There are plenty of stores on the hydroponics market, so you will definitely find something suitable for your budget and plan. Choosing the right grow tent may be the key element and the success of your project depends on this. The plants must have appropriate containers, draining systems and nutrients, so you will have to be very careful: choose a suitable concentration and check the pH level of the solution constantly. Another relevant thing that you must know before you start your hydroponic project is that indoor and outdoor gardening are two different things. They are not the same, because they represent two completely distinct environments, even if the same principles apply in both situations. Growing plants indoor require a higher degree of attention and control, because you will have to make sure you recreate the usual environment and conditions your plants need. This will allow you to have your garden green regardless the season or the species you have planted.

If you have just started your activity and you are experiencing different techniques, you could use instead of specialized equipment some items you already have around the house, such as pots, bottles, hoses and so on. These can be somehow tailored to suit your needs and requirements, and will serve you perfectly especially in the initial stage of your indoor garden. Start your own UK hydroponics project and remember the most important elements: avoiding extreme conditions and choosing the appropriate ventilation and supply ducting system.

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