Increased interest in hobby hydroponics has resulted in the availability of many small-scale hydroponic systems. This new edition updates readers about types of hydroponic hobby units and growing supplies currently available. The book evaluates various indoor units and discusses crop varieties, seed sources, and growing procedures. It presents culture methods and ways to provide proper conditions such as light, temperature, and CO2 to obtain productive plants. Chapters cover background information, starting plants, caring for plants, plant nutrition, natural pest control, water culture, soilless culture, and hobby hydroponic accessories and supplies.
Autorentext
Howard M. Resh, Ph.D., is a recognized authority worldwide on hydroponics. His website www.howardresh.com presents information on hydroponic culture of various vegetable crops. In addition, he has written five books on hydroponic culture both for commercial growers and backyard hobbyists. The call of commercial hydroponics has taken him to many projects in countries including Venezuela, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and in 1999 to Anguilla, British West Indies, in the Eastern Caribbean, where he is still today. Resh continues to do consulting on many unique hydroponic greenhouse operations, including Lufa Farms in Montreal, Canada, where he established the growing techniques and hydroponic systems for a rooftop hydroponic greenhouse in downtown Montreal.
Zusammenfassung
Hydroponics as a hobby can provide enjoyment, stress relief, and the gratification of creating your own fresh, pesticide-free garden. The increased interest in hobby hydroponics over the last 30 years has created market demand and, therefore, widespread availability of small-scale hydroponic units. Hobby Hydroponics, Second Edition is a guide to al
Inhalt
Background. Starting Your Plants. Cultural Practices and Environment. Caring for Your Plants. Plant Nutrition. Water Culture (True Hydroponic Systems). Soilless Culture. Hobby Hydroponic Supplies and Information.