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hydroponic fruit trees
BY SHANNON MCKEE
SETTING YOUR SIGHTS HIGH:
GROWING FRUIT TREES
HYDROPONICALLY
While not the most common choice, it is possible
to grow fruit trees in a hydroponic garden. If it’s
something you’d like to try, read on to find out
how to properly prepare your set-up for success.
W
hen you think of hydroponic gardens, which crops do you think of?
You probably think of the typical lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, spinach,
and maybe even some strawberries. But what about citrus fruits, apples,
pears and other fruits? Yes, with some tweaking of your hydroponic
set-up, you can grow fruit trees effectively in your garden.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Your hydroponic garden must mimic all the things that a tree would need
if you planted it in your backyard. It’s going to need warm temperatures
and lots of light. So, you’re going to need to bring in LED growing lamps,
high pressure sodium lamps, or metal halide lamps for your set-up. These
are non-negotiable with trees.
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