Indoor Gardening (9 page)
Authors: Will Cook
Aeroponics can be used to grow almost anything, including herbs, fruits, vegetables and flowers. These systems can be placed in small spaces, such as decks, balconies, rooftops, porches and patios and indoors near windows.
There are different types of systems available, big and small. You can also try making the system yourself. These systems pretty much resemble a tower. Some people use nothing more than a sealable storage bin, fittings and PVC pipes (just be warned that PVC will leach phthalates and other toxic chemicals into the plants – which is why I never use it for gardening). A pump is also needed to recycle and deliver the water for your irrigation system.
Aeroponics gardens require weekly maintenance that consists of adding water to the reservoir and testing the water/nutrient solution pH to make sure it’s in an acceptable range (5 to 7 is required for the plants to absorb nutrients from the water).
This chef in New York City grows all his produce fresh on the rooftop of his restaurant with about 30 Vertical Tower Garden units.
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There are so many designs today to choose from. Here are some examples that would give you a broad idea. Often just watching something beautiful can inspire you to create a masterpiece of your own. Use these images to unleash your imagination and create your own indoor gardens.
A container garden pyramid!
A fancy growing system using grow lights.
A gorgeous terrarium design.
A fun and creative design piece.
Hanging wall pots – even better than a painting to decorate your wall!
A great centerpiece for a dining table.
Like a trophy room for your plants!
Dazzling hanging terrariums.
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Will Cook
is the bestselling author of
Urban Gardening
and
Indoor Gardening
Will is an avid gardener and loves growing his own fresh food on his balcony. Will believes the world would be a better place if everyone cared for a few plants and grew their own food (even if it’s just a little bit).
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Urban Gardening: How To Grow Food In Any City Apartment Or Yard No Matter How Small
This is a fantastic book for anyone in the city who wants to grow a fabulous urban garden.
This is a great book for anyone interested in learning how to grow vertical gardens which allow you to grow more food in less space.
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