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🌿 Hydroponic Gardening for Beginners & Experts 🌿
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Magan Hunt
After more than a decade of growing vegetables and herbs with countertop hydroponic systems—and five years of leveling up to larger-scale setups like Gardyn—I’ve cultivated a thriving indoor garden right on my sunporch. This list is a curated collect...
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🌿 Large Hydroponic Systems
 
🌿 Countertop Hydroponic Systems
 
🌿 Plants & Seeds
 
🌿 Growth Stimulators, Fertilizers & Garden Chemicals + Pod Kits
 
🌿 Accessories
 
🌿 Mushroom Growing

🌿 Large Hydroponic Systems

Step beyond the countertop and into your own indoor Eden. These larger-scale systems—like Gardyn and beyond—are perfect for sunporches, garages, or spare rooms turned grow zones. Ideal for leafy greens, fruiting plants, and serious harvests, these un...

 
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5 levels of growth. If I used this system I would do 1-2 different herbs or lettuces on each level.
Woolooloo 5-Tier Hydroponic Herb Garden Kit
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I like how this one has two levels. One level is optimized for tall plants like your tomatoes. and then you can have your smaller herbs below. If I did different types of tomatoes up top, I would do probably do chives and cilantro and mint on the low...
Woolooloo 2-Tier Hydroponics Kit w/ LED
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The Gardyn 4.0 is here and you can easily grow up to 30 plants, hydroponically in your kitchen in simply 2 square foot of space. This is as fresh as gets when it comes from vine to table.
Gardyn 4.0 Hydroponics Kit & Vertical Garden
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The Gardyn Studio is half the size of the Gardyn 4.0 but packs a punch for your farm to table fare with 16 plants. I think this is perfect for RVs and Boats or small studio apartments.
Gardyn Studio Hydroponics Kit & Vertical Garden
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I would make this entire tower different types of strawberries.
diowewea Hydroponic Tower Kit 6 Layers 30 Plants
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🌿 Countertop Hydroponic Systems

Perfect for beginners, apartment dwellers, or anyone who wants fresh herbs and greens within arm’s reach. These compact systems are how I got started—and I still use them today. Great for growing basil, mint, dill, and lettuces right on your kitchen ...

 
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Honestly, this one is great for growing your spinach and lettuces. It is also really easy to clean.
GROWNEER HydroEasy1.0 Hydroponics Kit
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This little countertop system allows you to grow up to 5 plants. This would be great for growing flowers or lavender in your bathroom or bedroom.
Sonicgrace Indoor Hydroponic System with LED Light
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This powerful little countertop system grows 12 plants. I think this would be great for peppers.
LetPot LPH-SE 12 Pods Smart Hydroponics Kit
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🌿 Plants & Seeds

Not all seeds are created equal—especially in hydroponics. In this section, I share my go-to varieties for countertop systems and larger gardens, including herbs, veggies, and edible flowers that thrive without soil. Whether you’re looking for fast-g...

 
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These bad boys grow flavorful and juicy big tomatoes. I suggest growing them in a system that allows them to grow tall, allows room for the vines, and allows you add supports or ties for support (many do).
Tomato, Black Krim
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These strawberries do really well in hanging baskets and should do well in a large hydroponic tower system.
Strawberry, Ruby Ann
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These are the most flavorful strawberries you can grow according to critics. These will do really well in a hydroponic tower.
Strawberry, Flavorfest
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I love Arugula and the idea of growing a whole level of on one of my larger tray systems.
Arugula Seeds - Roquette & Organic Arugula Seeds - Vegetable Seeds - Burpee
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Spinach is another one that is easy to grow, and super nutritious especially when grown and picked from your hydroponic system.
Spinach Seeds - Organic & Hybrid Spinach - Vegetable Seeds - Burpee
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Swiss Chard is another one of my favorite vegetables and it is a great alternative to spinach or mixed with it in a salad. Serve it raosted or sauteed, too.
Swiss Chard Seeds - Vegetable Seeds - Burpee
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Peppers are pretty easy to grow in hydroponic systems but they usually get pretty tall so you want a system that allows height to grow.
Pepper Plants & Seeds - Hot, Sweet, Bell, Jalapeno, Habanero - Burpee
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I love eggplant and it is so easy to grow hydroponically. This vegetable is so yummy and filling yet low cal and packed with vitamins and minerals.
Eggplant Seeds & Plants - Organic & Hybrid - Vegetable Seeds - Burpee
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This little herb works like a charm and I include it into my daily tea blend and I feel like it curbs my appetite. It is soooo easy to grow, too.
Lemon Balm Seeds - Vegetable Seeds - Burpee
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Mint is another herb that I use every single day. I put it in my tea blends and in my salads. If grown outside, mint can easily take over a garden so growing it hydroponically is actually ideal and it is easy to grow, too.
Mint Seeds - Grow Peppermint, Spearmint Herbs and Plants - Burpee
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Want your room to smell like fresh lavender all day, every day? Grow fresh lavender from a countertop system in your room. Just be sure to set the light timer to day time.
Lavender Seeds - Vegetable Seeds - Burpee
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🌿 Growth Stimulators, Fertilizers & Garden Chemicals + Pod Kits

Healthy plants need more than just water and light. This category dives into the nutrients, root enhancers, and plant food that fuel lush growth—and help you avoid sad, limp leaves. I also include must-have pod kits, pH balancers, and the occasional ...

 
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I remember when Gardyn first started developing this product. It came after home Gardyners were using hydrogen peroxide to stimulate growth of their hydroponics. This Gardyn chemical really works and you will notice fast results in a day or two when ...
Gardyn HydroBoost 250ML Plant Water Treatment
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Bring down the PH of your hydroponic garden with this easy instant fix.
Humboldts Secret pH Down Liquid Plant Balancer
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Did you know that you can enhance the aroma and flavor of your plants? Use Sweet and Sticky for an easy fix.
Humboldts Secret Sweet & Sticky 8oz Soil
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Every chemical you need for your hydroponic garden, this is the complete beginners kit.
Humboldts Secret Starter Kit - Hydroponic/Soil
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Calcium, Magnesium and iron supplement for your plants to help correct deficiencies.
Humboldts Secret Calcium Magnesium Iron 2.5Gal
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This simple A+B system is great for getting your plants to grow and prosper. You can use these on your garden and potted plants, too.
Humboldts Secret A & B Hydroponic Fertilizer
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This is a great additive if you are having issues growing strong healthy stalks on your plants. This is great for peppers and tomatoes, artichokes, asparagus, etc.
Humboldts Secret Tree Trunk Silicate Additive
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When you need to reoder supplies for your hydroponic garden pods.
Seed Pod Kit for Aerogarden, 182 Pcs Hydroponics
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🌿 Accessories

From plant clips and trellises to humidity monitors and pruning shears—these extras make a big difference. I’ve gathered the accessories I use daily or seasonally that enhance growth, boost yield, and make the whole process smoother and more rewardin...

 
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This is a must have for your Gardyn and it really comes in handy when you are cleaning.
Gardyn Home Dolly - Mobile Cart for Hydroponics
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🌿 Mushroom Growing

Ready to branch out? Mushrooms are a magical, low-effort addition to any indoor garden. Here you’ll find grow kits and tools I trust to produce delicious varieties like oyster, lion’s mane, and shiitake—no sunlight needed. A perfect side project for ...

 
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This is honestly, such a cool product. I have been wanting to get into growing mushrooms. However, a traditional still air box takes up a lot of space and there is guess work when it comes to moisture and humidity levels for your spores. The Shrooly ...
Shrooly® Indoor Mushroom Growing System
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A four pack of oyster mushroom spores.
4 Pack Oyster Mushroom Liquid Culture Blue, Gold, Pink and King Oyster
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This mushroom growing system is so easy and mess free. Just inject the spores of your choice.
The Micro Magical 3lb All-In-One Mushroom Grow Bag | FREE SHIPPING
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Pick from over 35 different types of mushroom spores. So much to choose from to grow your gourmet mushrooms.
Mushroom Liquid Culture Mycelium Syringes, 10 ml, Any 8 Mix or Match
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🌿 Sprouts + Microgreens

These fast-growing nutrient bombs are perfect for impatient gardeners (like me). Whether you’re using a sprouting jar, a tray, or a mini microgreen setup, this category highlights the tools and seeds to grow your own crunchy, fresh greens in just day...

 
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This Gardyn nursury is where you start your Gardyn plants. You can also use it to grow microgreens super fast.
Gardyn Indoor Garden Nursery - Hydroponic Seed Starter Tray
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