Hydroponics
Hydroponics is a type of horticulture and a subset of hydroculture which involves growing plants without soil, by using mineral nutrient solutions in an aqueous solvent. Terrestrial or aquatic plants may grow with their roots exposed to the nutritious liquid, or, in addition, the roots may be physically supported by an inert medium such as perlite, gravel, or other substrates. Wikipedia
We purchased our system from Fork Farm.
This system gives our organization the unique capability of offering fresh vegetables once a month. Fresh vegetables are out of reach to some families and this is one of the many ways that The Helping Hand of Warren County is trying to strive toward the future by providing unique solutions to our community.
Fresh romain lettuce, basil, bok choi, mini-peppers and cherry tomatoes in the middle of winter? Yes, if you have a hydroponic growing system like The Helping Hand of Warren County does!
We have recently been able to purchase a second hydroponic thanks to the generous donations from our community.