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Index
Dedication
Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: An Overview of Hydroponic Gardening
Historical Hydroponics
The Basic “How” and “Why” of Hydroponic Gardening
Range of Hydroponic Gardening Systems
Static Hydroponic Growing Systems
Dynamic Hydroponic Growing Systems
Range of Hydroponic Media
Hydroponic Nutrient solution
Taking the First Step
Chapter 2: Gardening
Horticulture
The Seed
Transforming from Seed to Sprout
Anatomy of a Seed
Pollination
Germination
Sprouts versus Shoots
Plant Strategies
Chapter 3: HYDRO
Water Quality Parameters
Chapter 4: Hydroponic Gardening Systems
Static Hydroponic Gardening Systems
Bubbler System
Bucket Systems
Wick Systems
Dynamic Hydroponic Growing Systems
Ebb-and-Flow Hydroponic System
Nutrient-Film-Technique System
Aeroponics
Do-It-Yourself or Ready Made?
Chapter 5: Growing Media
Sand
Gravel
Vermiculite
Perlite
Expanded Clay
Coconut Fibre
Rock Wool
Sphagnum Moss
Oasis Cubes
Chapter 6: Nutrient Solutions
Use of Nutrient Solutions
Premixed or Do-It-Yourself Formulas
Electrical Conductivity Measuring
Breakdown of Essential Elements
Nitrogen (N)
Phosphorus (P)
Potassium (K)
Calcium (Ca)
Magnesium (Mg)
Sulfur (S)
Micronutrients
Nutrient Composition Values
Handling Imbalances
Flushing
Fertilizers
Natural Compounds
Other Additives
Commercial Products
Chapter 7: Environmental Control
Lights
Temperature
CO2 Gas Supplementation
Meters
Fans and Vents
Timers
Air Filters
Water Filters
Chapter 8: Your Hydroponic Garden
Starting Your Plants
Transplanting Your Seedlings into Your Hydroponic System
Using Store-Bought Seedlings in Your Hydroponic Gardening System
What to Grow?
Greenhouses
Making an Indoor Greenhouse
A Soil-Free Growing Experiment
Growing Your Hydroponic Gardening System
Chapter 9: Plant Propagation
Saving Seeds
What Seeds to Save
Why Save Seeds?
How to Steward a Seed
Why Steward Seed?
Fundamental Seed Saving Concepts
Useful Tools for Seed Saving
Seed Specifics
Cloning
Chapter 10: Ongoing Use and Maintenance of Your Hydroponic Garden
Common Pests
Common Plant Diseases
Conclusion
Glossary
Resources
Seeds
Supplies
Bibliography
Author Biography
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