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Scott Foresman Science Grade 5Español Does Your Garden Grow?Use with pages A118-A122
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Imagine growing plants without soil. Where would they get their nutrients? The plants could get the essential minerals they need if they lived in a nutrient solution. This is the idea behind hydroponic gardening.

There are many advantages to using a hydroponic system. More plants can be grown in a smaller area, whether the location is indoors or outdoors. This type of gardening conserves water resources because the water is recirculated. There aren't any soil-related problems, such as weeds, pests, and diseases. In addition, hydroponic produce grows faster, and it lasts longer after being harvested.

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