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by lacrosse_tannin 599 days ago
Reminder to get back into hydroponics or some home scale growing of at least leafy greens.
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I tried this, and I have never had such flavorful lettuce! I'd been a little worried: Hydroponics has a reputation for (maybe?) producing flavorless vegetables. And certainly, I did have trouble growing some things. But those things I succeeded with (mostly lettuce), actually had tremendous flavor!
Hydroponics, being mostly based on water and sunlight, are unlikely to boost the nutrient profile as much as healthy soil, depending on what feed you add to the water.

My understanding is

Water < industrial fertilized, quickly grown / plowed soil < healthy topsoil

Any tips for a beginner to get started with some easy herbs?
There are simple all-in-one kits on Amazon that are affordable. It's a very easy way to get started.