Yes, Yes, Yes – If you are passionate about fresh, nutrient-rich, produce, then indoor hydroponic gardens could be the answer that you are looking for.

Any system is an investment, whether it is a DIY model or a ready to go, plug and play indoor garden kit.

When selecting the right hydroponic solution for your family it is a balance between time, money, and the amount of produce that you want to grow.

If you live in a metropolitan area with no room for a garden, an indoor hydroponic garden might prove your only gardening option.

Even if you live in a suburban or country location and have more space for a garden, you are still at the mercy of the elements (or, in our case the Rabbits) which can ruin a bountiful crop in the blink of an eye.

The investment costs for hydroponic gardens are really up to you and depend on the system you select.

There are a number of options for DIY hydroponic gardens or if you prefer everything done for you a hydroponic garden kit might be the answer.

Keep in mind the upfront costs as well as the running costs.

Hydroponic gardening can be cheaper than gardening in the soil, but, as with anything, it has drawbacks and benefits.

When comparing hydroponic gardening with traditional soil gardening, an essential consideration is soil quality.

Soil quality can vary significantly based on geographic location and historical land use.

We have found our worm farm to be an excellent way to reduce our food scraps as well as improve the quality of our soil.

Growing a garden is not always an easy task. Hydroponic gardening removes some of the guesswork and can reduce the failure rate of seedlings and plants.

Benefits of a hydroponic indoor grow system include: –

1. Better Control of Growth Requirements – With hydroponics, you can better perfect the entire process by controlling the pH, nutrient content, light, water, temperature, and space.
2. Faster Growth  – Hydroponically grown plants often exhibit faster growth rates and higher yields compared to their solid counterparts due to the controlled environment.
3. Fewer Diseases and Pests – Unlike a garden cultivated outdoors, hydroponically grown plants rarely suffer from diseases or pests.
4. Larger Harvests – Studies have shown you can enjoy a larger harvest from hydroponically grown plants and that Tomatoes can yield 20% more than plants grown in soil.
5. Greater Water Conservation – People are surprised to learn that Indoor hydroponic garden systems often use far less water in areas that often suffer droughts. Studies have found that hydroponic systems that reuse water save ten times as much water as traditional farming methods.
6. Space Efficiency – With an indoor hydroponic garden that relies on vertically stacking plants, you can grow many plants in an exceedingly small area compared to traditional farming methods.
7. Year-Round Cultivation – Hydroponic systems facilitate year-round cultivation, irrespective of external weather conditions. The consistent growing environment ensures a continuous harvest, providing a more reliable and predictable produce supply.

The cost will depend on the size and the features of the hydroponic system.

The cost of small hydroponic systems can start from $50 and increase to several thousand dollars.

Usually, low-tech systems are affordable, but high-tech hydroponic systems with complete system controls will feature a much higher price tag.

• Small, simple systems typically run from $50 to $200.
• Medium-sized systems cost from $300 to $1,000.
• Large systems cost several thousand dollars.

The following are examples of different hydroponic systems. They vary in cost depending on the size of your system. :

• Wick system: $300 to $1,000.
• Ebb and flow: $500 to $1,000
• Drip system: $300 to $1,000

It’s hard to put a price tag on an indoor hydroponic garden because many people enjoy the hobby of growing their own fruits and vegetables, and you can’t put a price on enjoyment.

A great deal of personal satisfaction comes from not only growing your own produce but knowing what if any, fertilizers and pesticides have been used. 

Sometimes, it can cost a little more than buying your veggies at the local market but its not always about the money.

Generally, growing hydroponically is far more cost-efficient than growing outdoors and can help reduce food wastage as we pick what we want to eat for the day.

Enjoy the process, enjoy the produce and enjoy the meal.