![]() ![]() One reason for the smaller footprint of hydroponic plants is that the roots do not have to spread out to search for nutrients and moisture. Depending on the system, when hydroponics are combined with vertical farming techniques, they can use up to 99 percent fewer lands than typical farming techniques. Hydroponics requires far less space than plants grown in soil. It seems all but certain that this method of agriculture will become a primary source of fruits and vegetables in the future. They can help solve problems without excessive use of space or water, are known to produce vegetables with high nutrient content, and produce vegetables faster than traditional growing methods. There are many advantages to a hydroponic vegetable garden. ![]() The nutrients added to the water may include phosphorus, nitrogen, calcium, potassium, and many more, depending on the plants being grown. Solutions are then added to the water to provide easily accessed nutrients for a healthy yield. The basic concept of a hydroponic farm is that water is substituted for soil. But a modern understanding of the science behind hydroponics is now allowing us to make use of it to grow more food, with fewer resources. ![]() This technology is not new, in fact, a variation of it was used in ancient times to create the hanging gardens of Babylon. ![]() If you’re a commercial grower or a home gardener, you’ve probably encountered the idea of hydroponics. ![]()
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