Hydroponics
By Evan Arthur
Definition
The process of growing plants in sand, gravel, or liquid, with added nutrients but without soil.
3 different types of hydroponic systems
Drip systems- You simply drop nutrient solution on the plants roots to keep them moist.
Water Culture- The plant is actually suspended in baskets right above the nutrient solution in the reservoir
Wick systems- just wicks up nutrient solution from the reservoir to the plants using the process of capillary action
3 advantages and 3 disadvantages
advantages-You can grow anywhere, Harvesting is easier, You can grow year round
disadvantages- Constant supervision is required, Putting together a hydroponic system isn’t cheap, Production is limited compared to field conditions
sources-http://www.homehydrosystems.com/hydroponic-systems/systems.html