What is Indoor Gardening?

                          Basically the idea of Indoor Gardening is growing plants within a household or residence. It is basically for those who lives in homes and apartments and have no land to garden. The reason for Indoor Gardening can be your hobby or you want to build a genuine indoor garden which differs from person to person. 

Types of Indoor Gardening:

        Container Gardening:

                    This is the most common technique used by everyone all around the world. Basically, it is the practice of growing plants in pots, containers or vases.

        Hydroponics:

                    It is a method of growing plants without soil. To explain this, soil's function is to supply nutrients to the plants and plants don't use soil- they use the food and water provided by the soil. This is a method where we provide food and water to the plants externally without using soil.

Now quickly coming to the point , I will tell you the procedure on how to set up an Indoor Garden and what supplies you will need.

Procedure to set up your Indoor Garden:

First things first, the basic step of growing a plant is it needs lighting.

    Natural or Artificial Lighting:

                    If you have a place where your garden will be having natural sunlight, it's good otherwise you have to use artificial light to provide the sufficient light for your garden. If you are placing your plants in the windows or setting up your garden, I suggest South facing side is the best because it will see the most hours of sunlight during the day.

    Space:

                    You need to have a required amount of space where you want to place the garden so that the plants can grow and thrive. And it all depends on your needs that which type of plants you wanna     grow.

    Water:

                    Water is everywhere but it is the most important things a garden will require. You have to water you garden everyday. Some plants require more water and some less, so make sure availability of water for the garden is easy. 

    Soil and Nutrients:

                    You have to choose the right soil for your plants if you want to grow them perfectly. Soil from the outdoors is heavy, so you should stick to Potting soil for indoor plants. Some plants require soil that is light and some medium weight soil. You will have different types of custom options to choose in Potting soil.

Supplies Needed:

All you need is some supplies to get started!

• Lighting:  If you have access to natural sunlight for your garden, its good. If you are in an enclosed space and you don't have access to the natural sunlight, there are wide variety of options of lights that produce artificial lighting. If you are planning to grow basic plants and herbs, fluorescent lights are enough. Most flowering plants need 12 to 16 hours of light per day. you can find these grow bulbs online or you can to a local grow store and purchase your lights that are required for your garden.

• Potting Soil:  For Container gardening or gardeners using soil, you have to buy a good indoor potting mix which is lightweight and fluffy and absorbs moisture very well. You can find your required Potting soil for your garden online or you can go to your local store and have them.

• Hydroponics:  For those who are going for this method, head to your local hydroponic store and check out the different products and choose the one that's gonna work for you.   

Some might ask why to do Indoor Gardening:

You can built an indoor garden anywhere in your home, workspaces or else where. By having garden, you are doing good for the environment  and you can have fresh air every morning or all the day.

    Hobby: 

                Some might do it as a hobby or enjoyment and it also gives your interior a good look. You will have great ambience and will give a vibrant touch to your home.

    Food:

                Another reason to have your own indoor garden is to grow fruits, vegetables which you might enjoy eating as they are grown naturally and by yourself which gives a great level of satisfaction. With right amount of are, you can always grow fruits and vegetables.

    You can go own with so many reasons as to why you want to do Indoor gardening such as it also maintains cooler temperatures in home, providing fresh and natural air.

If you are about to start Indoor Gardening, make sure you start with good amount of information. There are always so many options available for you to start a garden. 

Good luck on your new Indoor Garden!