Hydroponics: Gardening Without Soil Have you ever thought of growing plants without soil? A science known as hydroponics will allow you to do just this. Hydroponics systems have been used since the time of the ancient Babylonians who used them to used them to grow their famous hanging gardens. Today, all around the world, fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants are grown using hydroponics. The word hydroponics was derived from the Greek words hydros, meaning …
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…of many speciality crops looks bright. Many researchers propose using hydroponics in areas where the soil quality is poor farming space is limited. Some researchers even propose using hydroponics in space, if human colonies are ever settled. Hydroponics may not be the best way to grow for everyone but it seems to be a very feasible alternative to traditional growing. Many positive results show that hydroponics have a definite place in the future of growing.