Aquaponics: Which plants are easier to care for
Here are some knowledge about which aquaponic plants are easier to care for and recommendations for suitable flowers, as follows:
Having a potted green plant at home can serve as a certain decorative effect. The plant itself remains lush throughout the year and can be placed in any corner of the house, filling the room with vitality. There are many types of plants, so how should we choose? If you are an ordinary office worker with limited knowledge about plants, I suggest choosing aquaponic plants.
There are essentially two ways to care for plants: hydroponics and soil cultivation. Hydroponics involves using pure tap water for maintenance, while soil cultivation uses nutrient-rich soil for planting. Different care methods are suitable for different types of plants. Each method has its pros and cons. Generally, people prefer soil cultivation because it results in faster growth and better overall plant health, although it can make the house dusty.
Aquaponic plants are clean and hygienic, with no dust, and can grow simply by relying on tap water, making them very suitable for high-rise urban living. I recommend six types of aquaponic plants that are very suitable for high-rise home care.
1. Hydroponic white palm
White palm is different from red palm. White palm is easier to care for and has a longer blooming period. Most white palms sold in the market are hydroponic. A pot of hydroponic white palm can last for half a year at home. White palm does not require direct sunlight; scattered light is enough to make it grow well.
2. Epipremnum aureum
This plant is very familiar to everyone, an evergreen ornamental leaf plant that can be grown both in soil and water. Hydroponic epipremnum aureum grows slightly slower, suitable for placement in the kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom. It is also inexpensive, with a hydroponic pot costing around three to five yuan.
3. Pennywort
Pennywort is one of the easiest aquaponic plants to care for. It can survive with just water. With sufficient sunlight, it can easily thrive and become lush. Pennywort has high ornamental value with its round leaves, making it suitable for placement on a balcony. To grow pennywort, it must have sunlight; without it, it can easily become leggy and not thrive, affecting its ornamental value.
4. Fortune bamboo
Fortune bamboo is one of the most popular varieties in aquaponics. A bundle of fortune bamboo costs ten yuan, and another five yuan for a glass bottle. Insert the fortune bamboo into the bottle and maintain a water level of 10 centimeters. Fortune bamboo will naturally root and grow, remaining green throughout the year. It also needs sunlight for photosynthesis, although a bit of sunlight is enough to meet its needs.
5. Hydroponic吊兰 (Spider plant)
Whether hydroponic or soil cultivation, the spider plant can be cared for. Hydroponic spider plants are cleaner and grow slightly slower, while soil-grown spider plants grow more vigorously. Depending on personal preferences, choose an appropriate care method. Spider plants can be grown both hydroponically and in soil. If friends have spider plants, you can cut a small seedling and prepare a glass bottle at home. Just place the bottom of the spider plant in the bottle, and it will quickly grow new roots.
6. Hyacinth