For some, the phrases ‘plant biology’ or ‘plant physiology’ or even the word botany brings to mind scary images. Certainly these sciences can be very complex and studying them is reserved for the truly motivated or professional. But even ‘by the seat of their pants’ gardeners can benefit from a small amount of such information, and it doesn’t have to be difficult to absorb.
Hydroponics is essentially a branch of horticulture, the practice of cultivating plants. But before one can cultivate well it’s essential to have some knowledge of the needs of plants. That’s where botany proves its worth.
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