There is nothing better to cook with than fresh herbs. Any good cook knows that you need fresh basil for pasta sauce, or fresh mint for a delicious mojito. Grocery stores sell fresh herbs, but why go to the store when you can simply grow them at home with a hydroponic garden?
Hydroponic Gardens
Over the last five years, hydroponic gardens have risen in popularity. Basically, a hydroponic garden is a method of growing crops or in this case, herbs without soil. Instead of using soil to plant seeds, you use a specially regulated water-based system. The water is filled with all the nutrients plants need to grow and thrive. There are also special lamps built into the system that give plants the “sunshine” they need to thrive.
Herbs To Consider
If this is your first time using hydroponics, then there are some basic herbs you should consider growing on your countertop. Basil, thyme, mint, rosemary, and sage are all herbs that are commonly used in recipes. You can try growing a batch of one or grow a few different herbs at the same time. This will give you a chance to get to know your hydroponic system, and start growing herbs efficiently.
