Hydroponic Greenhouse Vegetables Gardening
Growing Without Soil

Hydroponic greenhouse vegetables gardening (growing without soil) is the way of the future for environmentally controlled agriculture. Growing without soil virtually eliminates soil borne pests and diseases and maximizes water and nutrient uptake by the plant.

With hydroponic vegetables gardening, incredible yields can be achieved in a relatively small space. There are many types of homemade hydroponic systems. Many similar types are used for commercial growing as well. These systems include the Europonic Rockwood System, the Ebb and Flow System, Aeroponic Systems, Continuous Drip Systems, and Rockwool Based Systems. Hydroponic systems come in all shapes and sizes and can be adapted for nearly any budget!

In a continuous drip system, a single pot is used with a two-gallon reservoir underneath. The system acts like a percolator as air is pumped down a vertical shaft, creating pressure, and nutrient solution is forced up another tube. A drip ring constantly irrigates the substrate, and the nutrient solution drains back into the reservoir. This type of system is easy to use, inexpensive, and great for individual experimentation. It is often used for non-commercial applications.

Ebb and flow systems are also popular in hydroponic vegetable gardening. Crops such as lettuce, pepper plants, miniature tomatoes, and potted flowers are perfect for homemade hydroponic systems. Ebb and flow systems can also be used as an herb garden to provide fresh basis, thyme, and oregano year round.

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