Ikea's home hydroponics comes to US
As the seeds begin to grow, it’s then time to replant the seedlings into larger containers filled with uber-absorbent pumice stones. Once replanted, the new pots are placed into a separate container where the plants will grow underneath a unique, sun-resembling light.
“The challenge was to make growing plants in a hydroponic system simple, so that anyone could succeed,” says Helena Karlen of the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences on Ikea’s website.
When the gardens do launch in the U.S., they’ll include seeds for 18 herbs and salad greens, and include plants like arugula, chard, chicory, and mizuna.
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