Hydroponic systems come in various designs, each offering unique advantages and suiting different plant types and grower preferences. Here are some of the most common hydroponic systems: Deep Water Culture (DWC): In DWC, plant roots are suspended in a nutrient-rich solution with their lower ends submerged in the water. Oxygen is supplied to the roots by using air stones or diffusers. DWC is easy to set up and suitable for growing leafy greens and herbs. Nutrient Film Technique (NFT): NFT involves a continuous flow of a thin film of nutrient solution over the plant roots, which are supported by a sloped trough or channel. The roots receive oxygen from the air above the thin nutrient film. NFT is popular for growing fast-growing, shallow-rooted plants like lettuce and strawberries. Ebb and Flow (Flood and Drain): In an ebb and flow system, plant roots are periodically flooded with the nutrient solution and then drai...
Hydroponics is a pioneering technique of planting without soil. Instead, the plants are grown in a rich nutrient water solution that provides them with all necessary minerals directly in the roots. Hydroponics is faster than usual growth, yield, and use of space and water relative to conventional agriculture. Hydroponic systems can be installed nearly any where from rooftops and greenhouses to indoor rooms with grow lights. Since they don't use soil.