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Plants 5TO GROW HYDROPONICALLY

Decorative

Plants 5TO GROW HYDROPONICALLY

by Rich Hamilton
Growing decorative plants in your hydro system is a great way to keep your place bright , fresh , and fragrant . It can also keep you busy growing during the off-season .

Hydroponics is a great way to grow many edible plants , from tomatoes and lettuce to strawberries , blueberries , and micro herbs . Have you ever thought , however , about growing decorative plants hydroponically ? There are many beautiful decorative plant varieties you can propagate from a cutting and grow in a simple hydroponic system such as a DWC ( bubbler ) system . These plants can go on to thrive in your home as attractive houseplants or even in your outdoor garden . Houseplants can be very rewarding to grow due to their positive effects on physical and mental health . These benefits include boosting mood , productivity , creativity and concentration , and reducing stress . Houseplants can also improve your indoor environment by cleaning the air , removing toxins , producing oxygen , and increasing humidity . But what if you do not have a hydroponic system ? Well , in that case , you can still root your cuttings very simply by placing the cut stem in a glass of water until you see the roots begin to form . You can then transplant your cutting into a pot if you so wish . Alternatively , you can keep growing it in water . The key is to pick the right plant . So , here are five plants that you can grow hydroponically to brighten your home and garden environment .

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