Things you can Grow in Hydroponics:-

Tomatoes
Vining plants such as tomatoes are ideal for indoor gardens as they require a small amount of
ground space and you’ll have room to train them up to the ceiling. Being able to watch and
control the nutrients the plant received enables the grower to enjoy a continuous harvest all year
long without sacrificing taste. Tomatoes are a rich source of vitamins A, C and folic acid. They
contain strong antioxidants that help protect against the risk of heart disease, diabetes and
cancer.
 

 
Lettuce
Lettuce is a top choice for hydroponic gardeners as it requires little space, little attention and you
can harvest leaves as it grows. You’ll get your first harvest in a matter of weeks when you can
enjoy the rewards of your first crispy crop. Lettuce is a very low calorie veg that contains phyto-
nutrients that possess health promoting and disease preventing properties. Rich in vitamins A, C
and K and contains minerals such as iron, calcium magnesium and potassium which are
essential for body metabolism.
 

 
Cucumber
Water loving fruits make a good choice for your hydroponic garden. Given enough space and
support cucumbers will grow abundantly. Cucumbers are rich in micro-elements iron, sodium,
potassium, magnesium, calcium and zinc. They also contain vitamins B, C and folic acid. These
elements make cucumbers effective at cleaning the body from cholesterol, slowing down the
process of ageing and regulating metabolism.
 
 
Spring onions
Spring onions are, in fact, very young onions harvested before the bulb gets gets to swell and
grow. One pot can sprout dozens of onions and be harvested every 3 or 4 weeks! The
antioxidants in spring onions help in preventing damage to DNA and cellular tissue by inhibiting
the action of free radicals. Spring onions are loaded with vitamins C and K which are both
essential for healthy bones. Spring onions natural properties are most commonly used to treat
viral infections such as flu and colds. They also contain vitamins B and A.
 

 
Peppers
Peppers will grow in very similar conditions to tomatoes, however raising night time temperatures
and decreasing daytime temperatures improves fruit production after plants reach their mature
height. Peppers not only add flavour and spice to your food but are low in calories and high in
vitamins and nutrients. Full of vitamins A and C and a great source of fibre, folic acid and
potassium give them great health and disease fighting properties.
 

 
Spinach
Just like lettuce other leafy vegetables like spinach grow well in hydroponic systems. Spinach is
fast growing and prolific if you keep it harvested. Spinach is an incredibly healthy green leafy
vegetable well known for its antioxidant properties. It provides protein, iron, vitamins and
minerals. Spinach is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, K, E, magnesium, folic acid, copper,
zinc and many more making one of the healthiest green leafed vegetables going. It protects the
heart, lowers cholesterol, helps with digestion, reduces ageing and provides a rich source of iron.
 

 
Strawberries
Strawberries thrive in wet conditions and grow well in hydroponic conditions. Providing bigger
fruits than in soil and can provide harvest all year round. Strawberries are high in antioxidants
and vitamin c which are well known immunity boosters. They also aid in lowering cholesterol and
high blood pressure.
 

 
Blueberries
Blueberries require high acidic soil conditions and therefore grow better in hydroponic conditions.
Controlling the ph content and nutrients are much easier and will make for a much bigger,
healthier crop. Blueberries are well known for being high in antioxidants that protect the brain and
nervous system. They are ranked one of the highest fruits for providing antioxidants and vitamins
needed for a healthy body.
 

 
Basil
Herbs are a very popular choice as require little care and can produce an impressive crop. Not
only do herbs provide taste and fragrance but they have a wide variety of health uses. Research
shows basil helps reduce inflammation and swelling, it is high in antioxidants and helps protect
against free radicals that cause ageing.
 

 
Coriander
Coriander is a great herb to grow that only takes around 4 weeks and can produce 2-3 harvests.
It requires no special requirements and while plenty of light will give you the heaviest harvest.
Coriander has multiple health benefits. It contains vitamin c, vitamin k and protein and is a source
of magnesium, iron and fibre. It is know to help with skin inflammation, high cholesterol, mouth
ulcers, digestion and many other ailments.
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