It's the latest trend of the moment, hydroponics! It's very aesthetic, we observe the roots of our pretty plants growing, there is very little maintenance, we know when to water,

How to proceed? Which plants are suitable? We answer your questions

What is hydroponics?

It is a method that allows you to grow your plants outside of the soil and it is very easy to set up.

This technique also allows us to take cuttings for our favorite plants.

Here we love,hydroponics, this new way of seeing our dear plants evolve, it’s so fascinating!

What is the advantage of hydroponics?

There hydroponic culture avoids forgetting to water, as well as repotting because the plant remains constantly in water. On the other hand, the plants develop more quickly, being in direct contact with the water because usually the soil absorbs a good part of it.

In hydroponics, we can avoid  certain diseases or insect proliferation, because there is no stagnant damp soil and therefore fewer parasites around the plant.

What plants should be used for water culture?

Most indoor green plants can be used for hydroponics. It is best to choose plants that have thick roots, they will hold up much better in water. Avoid flowering plants as well as plants that do not need a rest period or those that live in a dry environment such as cacti.  We will also prioritize  small plants or cuttings.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of plants to grow in water:

Clusia,  Anthurium,  Philodrendron, Pothos,... We offer on our site a DIY Clusia kit in hydroponics.

Here are the steps to follow to put your Clusia in water

How to prepare a plant in hydro?

- Repot your plant

- Remove all the soil without damaging the roots. It is very important that there are no traces left

- Rinse the roots with lukewarm water

- Place the plant gently in its glass container and cover the roots with water. Use spring water to avoid limescale and provide minerals.

Every 6 months, empty the container, clean it and the roots of your plant, as a light deposit of algae may form.

Ideally, at least twice a year, you should add a nutrient solution, a liquid fertilizer specific to hydroponics in order to fill any nutrient gaps that your plant may have.

Quick tip: Switch to hydroponic growing mode in spring  : the new root system will develop better.