Growing indoor plants in hydroponics

Advantages of hydroponics at a glance

• easy-care
• no pests that nest in the substrate
• Plants are less prone to disease
• easy fertilization
• easier pouring
• clean and hygienic
• well-ventilated roots
• no allergy-causing substances in the apartment
• ideal for office spaces

The origin of hydroponics

Plants have always been used to growing up in water. Thousands of years ago, the first plants grew on lava rock, which was flooded with water during heavy downpours. However, rearing is only successful if the plant is used to the way it is kept from the start.

Important questions about the structure

One Hydroponics consists of three zones:

• the wet zone: here a thin layer of water provides the roots with the necessary moisture
• the wet zone: consists of a drainage made of expanded clay
• the dry zone: ends with the upper edge of the vessel

Which plants are suitable for hydroponics?

Basically, you can hydroponize any houseplant you want. However, you should make sure that the plant has enough hold in the vase. If the plant relies on a stable root ball, it is even possible to put it and the root ball in the water. Some substrate sticks to the roots and holds the underground growth together.

Also works well Clay granulesto give support to a plant. Depending on the variety, you can adjust the fineness of the grain.

Important utensils

The hydroponics saves you the daily watering. Even so, you shouldn't leave the plant to its own devices when it comes to the water supply. Be sure to install a water level meter. This shows you when the next watering is required. Although the distance from plant to plant varies, you usually only need to re-water every two to four weeks.

Note: A water level meter will also warn you not to add too much water to the vessel. In this case, the houseplant suffocates.

Nutrient supply

Expanded clay(€ 16.36 at Amazon *) Although it serves as a substrate substitute, it does not contain any nutrients itself. You have to add these with the help of a depot or liquid nutrient. Check the water quality at regular intervals to determine whether the nutrient supply is still sufficient.