hydroponics

[kiwigrand]

can any one tell me is it possible to grow kumara or sweetpotato this way i know we can grow corn tomatoes cauliflower this way but then these all grow above ground any info would be appreciated

[andyjevs]

Not being an authority on hydroponics, i would say that any tuberous plants such as potatoes would rot. However, plants do adapt and will produce more fleshy roots in water. I have some very successful houseplants which are grown hydroponically....weeping figs, palms, devils ivy etc and they thrive....i've had one ficus for 8 years and it grows in clay granules (leca) and water.

[ssharon01]

Hydroponics isn't just for above ground plants. You can grow potatoes as well with the help of hydroponics. For more information refer www.advancednutrients.com/hydroponics/article
s/vegetable-gardening/
It has very informative Vegetable Gardening articles.