Hydroponics is about growing plants without soil. In this how-to video we will build a simple but effective raft system to grow our own hydroponic plants using parts you can buy at a hardware store.
Instructor: Jonathan Ebba
Date and Time: Pre-recorded video released Saturday, December 18
Ages: Grades 5-8. This activity requires the use of a hand saw and a drill with a hole saw.
Suggested Tools
- Hand saw
- Tape measure
- Ruler
- Scissors
- Pen
- Drill with hole saw
- Safety glasses
Materials
- Plastic storage container
- Foam
- 3 inch flower pots or plastic cups
- Air pump
- Air line
- Air stone
- Rock wool cubes
- Hydroponic fertilizer
- Seed (lettuce, bok choi, spinach)
- Light source
To learn more and register for this workshop visit the 4-H Science Bonanza Registration Page
