DIY Hydroponic Gardens: How to Design and Build an Inexpensive System for Growing Plants in Water

No soil? No sunlight? No problem. A hydroponic growing system gives you the power to grow plants anywhere. Even if you live in an area where water is scarce, a hydroponic system is the answer you've been looking for. Hydroponic systems are sealed and do not allow evaporation, making water loss virtually nonexistent. Simply suspend your essential nutrients in a water-based solution and circulate them to the plant roots in a contained network of vessels and tubes. This accessible guide provides the solid information you need for hydroponic gardening success.

Farmer Tyler shows you, with detailed step-by-step photos, precisely how to create these systems, and how to plant and maintain them. All the information you need to get started with your home hydroponic system is included:

• Recipes for nutrient solutions
• Light and ventilation sources
• Comprehensive equipment guide
• Growing and maintenance instructions
• 12+ hydroponic system builds
• Complete crop selection charts