Hobby Hydroponics, Second Edition

Over the past 30 years, there has been increasing interest in hobby hydroponics, and many small-scale units have been developed to meet market demand. This new edition updates readers about types of hydroponic hobby units and growing supplies currently available on the market. The book evaluates various indoor commercially available hydroponic units and informs the reader of growing procedures in the home environment. It presents cultural practices to care for plants indoors and ways to provide adequate light, temperatures, etc., to obtain productive plants. Chapters cover background information, starting plants, cultural practices and environment, caring for plants, plant nutrition, water culture, soilless culture, and hobby hydroponic supplies.