7 Reasons Why You Should Consider Hydroponics

Traditional plant growth has been embraced by our species since the dawn of humankind. The art and science of cultivating plant life for both sustenance and enjoyment have been inseparably paired with soil until just recently. Since plants grow naturally in the ground, it was always safe to assume that it was the only way— or at least, the best way to garner a healthy yield. However, modern practices and technology are beginning to say otherwise. 

Known as hydroponics, this method of plant cultivation uses solution (see grow room nutrients and additives) instead of soil as a mechanism for growth and comes with considerable advantages. If you are thinking about starting a garden or grow room and haven’t yet considered a hydroponic method, you may want to read on. As your hydroponics grow room experts, we have made a short list of reasons why hydroponics is stealing the crown.  

1. Use Less Space

Unlike a natural outdoor environment, a hydroponic garden or grow room has very few restrictions in terms of space due to its compact size and controlled growing conditions. When using hydroponics, plants can be configured in any number of ways and the distance between them can be much less. 

2. Quicker Growth 

In a hydroponic system, plants are introduced to ideal conditions from the very beginning. Instead of hoping for ideal soil or weather conditions, a hydroponic grower can easily create them without depending on nature’s grace. Because of this, some hydroponically grown plants are ready for harvest 30 to 50 percent faster than they would be if they were grown in the soil. 

3. Healthier Yield

Again, the quality of soil is unpredictable unless carefully and painstakingly controlled. Fertilizing, composting, and aerating land is a process all its own that doesn’t even guarantee considerable soil enrichment. With hydroponics, plants are constantly getting all the nutrients they need in the right amounts, helping growers achieve a consistently healthy yield.

4. Control Your Environment 

Aside from the necessary nutrients, lighting, pH, and temperature are all variables that determine the quality of your yield. When growing hydroponically, especially if using portable grow rooms, it is much easier to control these other factors which in turn, will create an overall environment that is perfect for cultivation. 

5. Water Conservation

Traditional agriculture uses around 80 percent of the natural water reserves from the surface and ground while hydroponics uses only about 10 percent. When all is said and done, a hydroponic system may save up to 90 percent of water. Not only does this benefit the environment, but also cuts down costs considerably. 

6. Avoid Disease and Weeds

Yes, plants can most certainly catch disease too. Infections pathogens can be spread from an infected plant, by debris, or through the soil by microorganisms such as nematodes, fungi, bacteria, and mycoplasmas. In addition, it is often difficult to keep weeds from growing in the soil environment, overcrowding, and stealing nutrients from your crop. Hydroponics greatly mitigates these issues. 

7. Grow Where You Want

Because a hydroponic environment is controlled internally, it can really live anywhere. As long as the right equipment is had, plants can grow hydroponically outdoors, in a grow tent or portable grow room, or in any room of your house. The flexibility is truly unmatched. 

Questions? Monster Gardens Online Grow Store Can Help

If you have any questions with regards to starting or maintaining your own hydroponic system, we are here to help. As one of the premier hydroponic stores in the country, we have the tools and the expertise to help you achieve the results you’re looking for. You can always count on Monster Gardens for all of your growing needs.