Hydroponic Basics

Author : George F. Van Patten
Publisher : Van Patten Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781878823250
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hydroponic Basics written by George F. Van Patten and published by Van Patten Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A simple pocketsized book packed with information on hydroponic gardening. The graphic colour, layout and design are intended to guide any hydro gardener through the steps of basic plant science; environment; and purchasing a garden and appropriate supplies. Includes plans for making gardens from scratch and information on nutrient deficiencies, plant problems and the full life cycle of teh garden.

Author : Dickson Despommier
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 1429946040
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.49/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Vertical Farm written by Dickson Despommier and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2010-10-12 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The vertical farm is a world-changing innovation whose time has come. Dickson Despommier's visionary book provides a blueprint for securing the world's food supply and at the same time solving one of the gravest environmental crises facing us today."--Sting Imagine a world where every town has their own local food source, grown in the safest way possible, where no drop of water or particle of light is wasted, and where a simple elevator ride can transport you to nature's grocery store - imagine the world of the vertical farm. When Columbia professor Dickson Despommier set out to solve America's food, water, and energy crises, he didn't just think big - he thought up. Despommier's stroke of genius, the vertical farm, has excited scientists, architects, and politicians around the globe. Now, in this groundbreaking book, Despommier explains how the vertical farm will have an incredible impact on changing the face of this planet for future generations. Despommier takes readers on an incredible journey inside the vertical farm, buildings filled with fruits and vegetables that will provide local food sources for entire cities. Vertical farms will allow us to: - Grow food 24 hours a day, 365 days a year - Protect crops from unpredictable and harmful weather - Re-use water collected from the indoor environment - Provide jobs for residents - Eliminate use of pesticides, fertilizers, or herbicides - Drastically reduce dependence on fossil fuels - Prevent crop loss due to shipping or storage - Stop agricultural runoff Vertical farms can be built in abandoned buildings and on deserted lots, transforming our cities into urban landscapes which will provide fresh food grown and harvested just around the corner. Possibly the most important aspect of vertical farms is that they can built by nations with little or no arable land, transforming nations which are currently unable to farm into top food producers. In the tradition of the bestselling The World Without Us, The Vertical Farm is a completely original landmark work destined to become an instant classic.

Author : J. Benton Jones, Jr.
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 143987669X
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.95/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Complete Guide for Growing Plants Hydroponically written by J. Benton Jones, Jr. and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2014-02-13 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the continued implementation of new equipment and new concepts and methods, such as hydroponics and soilless practices, crop growth has improved and become more efficient. Focusing on the basic principles and practical growth requirements, the Complete Guide for Growing Plants Hydroponically offers valuable information for the commercial growe

Author : Timothy Tripp
Publisher : Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN 13 : 1683688015
Total Pages : 27 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hydroponics written by Timothy Tripp and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2013-07-04 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hydroponics (Latin for "working water") is the practice of growing flowers or edible plants using water instead of soil. When people think of hydroponics they usually envision huge greenhouse-type commercial enterprises with lab-coated scientists wandering about making adjustments. But hydroponics is actually very simple and a growing number of people are gardening and farming in their homes using hydroponics. Some of these farmers turned their hobby of hydroponic farming into profitable enterprises.

Author : George F. Van Patten
Publisher : Van Patten Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781878823311
Total Pages : 424 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gardening Indoors written by George F. Van Patten and published by Van Patten Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sets the standard for indoor gardening with lights worldwide. Van Patten unlocks the world of indoor gardneing under fluorescent and high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, both of which help seedlings and low-light plants start earlier and grow stronger. Combining the basics of gardening and electrical lighting know-how in one easy-to-use volume, he shows readers of all levels how to get the most out of hydroponics.

Author : Rob Laing
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780998739960
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ditch the Dirt written by Rob Laing and published by . This book was released on 2018-03-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Not all hydroponic gardening has to involve expensive grow lights and complex irrigation systems. This stunning, photo-driven book from the founder of Farm.One, a Manhattan-based indoor culinary farm, gives readers everything they need to grow soil-free plants at home, and teaches them how to turn this homegrown ingredients into delicious meals.

Author : Tyler Baras
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 0760357595
Total Pages : 195 pages
Book Rating : 4.90/5 ( download)

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Download or read book DIY Hydroponic Gardens written by Tyler Baras and published by . This book was released on 2018-04-03 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIY Hydroponic Gardens and Farmer Tyler show home DIYers how to build over a dozen hydroponics growing systems, some of which cost only a few dollars to make.

Author : Barrie Lantz
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781801132138
Total Pages : 156 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hydroponics For Absolute Beginners written by Barrie Lantz and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-17 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to learn how to create an hydroponics system at home without soil, for growing vegetables, fruits, and herbs? If yes, then keep reading... Growing hydroponically has proven out to be a new yet successful technique to grow crops with the help of water-soluble fertilizers that too without soil, from past few years. Whether you exist to this new system or you are a complete beginner, you need to know the basics of the hydroponic system before you start on its design. This book covers the following topics: What are Hydroponics and his advantages? Pros and Cons of Hydroponics Different Hydroponics Growing System Consideration of Site The Secret for a Successful Hydroponic System Plant nutrition, fertilizer and how to measure fertilizer concentration Common problems of Infestation, Seedling problems and Nutrient deficiencies Myths and Mistakes to Avoid System Maintenance Plant nutrition Operation Greenhouse Best plants for Hydroponics ...And much more It is imperative to understand the basics of how does the hydroponic work. Here are the three most crucial aspects that are prerequisites for the functioning and survival of the plants grown under this system. 1) Substrates- The substrate is the material that anchors your plant's roots. As this farming is carried out without the soil, you need to replace it with such material which can retain moisture, provide firm support, and foster aeration. The substrate is made up of a combination of certain things, including clay pebbles, peat boss, oasis cubes, coconut fiber, lava rocks, and grow stones. There are many varieties of substrates. It solely depends on the plant that you would be growing in the hydroponic system, to decide which substrate you are going to choose. 2) Nutrients- Nutrients are one of the primary sources for the growth which is required by the plants. Providing the appropriate mixture of the nutrient mix in the right amount of water is a must. The plants only depend upon the precise water nutrient mixture to survive and grow, since there is no soil. You can buy commercial nutrient solutions which are available in the market, whereas you can even make the nutrients yourself in your home. 3) Maintenance- Your nutrient solutions need to be checked frequently to ensure the right amount of ph is being dispersed among the plants. If the ph is high or low, it will not let the plant to uptake the nutrients in a thorough manner. Oxygen levels and the temperature also need to be checked regularly. Many hydroponics systems require the water to be changed, clean, and maintaining the equipment to stave off parasites or mold. Let's know about the crucial equipment needed for a successful hydroponic design. We will also discuss how to get effective results from hydroponics. You will need to choose the best equipment to ensure the success of hydroponic gardening. Are you ready to build your very own hydroponic garden? That's right! I've created this book in order to share my knowledge to you.

Author : Nathaniel Cross
Publisher : Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN 13 : 1628847662
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Guide To Hydroponic Gardening For The Novice written by Nathaniel Cross and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2013-08-23 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As farmers look for more innovative ways to grow crops hydroponics has become an option for many. With this method of gardening, no soil is need as the crops can be grown in water with the aid of mineral nutrient solutions. As such the book "The Guide To Hydroponic Gardening For The Novice" is well timed as it gives the budding gardener the opportunity to learn about this new way to grow crops. The great thing is that no soil is need so there need be no fuss about purchasing rich topsoil and other fertilizers or even to plough land to prepare it for planting. It is a great tool for the home as with a little bit of innovation and the right set of tools, the hydroponic garden can be set up and used to grow great vegetables and plants in no time. It is also suited for those areas where there are temperature changes that restrict planting all through the year.

Author : Jeffrey Winterborne
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780955011207
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hydroponics written by Jeffrey Winterborne and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secrets of successful indoor growing.Hydroponics Indoor Horticulture is the most modern, advanced, and accessible information available to date on indoor gardening.This book reveals the esoteric secrets that are practised and used by the most experienced, seasoned and succesful hydroponic cultivators.In straightforward, easy-to-understand, plain English, this book explains step by step and chapter by chapter, every currently known method and technique for producing super-sized yields and outrageous harvests.