Selecting hydroponic farming may be the first step towards living a sustainable lifestyle. What, though, does hydroponic farming entail? For those who are unaware, hydroponic farming is a method of agriculture that does not use soil. In fact, it also requires far less water. The best part is that this type of farming doesn't need much room, making it perfect for those who live in apartments.

What kinds of plants and vegetable seeds should one buy for their hydroponic garden? Well, that's exactly what we're going to cover in this article. Read on to learn about the 5 best hydroponic vegetables to grow.

Lettuce

Lettuce is one of the most popular crops cultivated in a hydroponic system and serves as a great addition to your salads and sandwiches. They grow really quickly and taking care of them is also incredibly easy.

This vegetable may be grown in virtually any hydroponic system, including the NFT, the Ebb and Flow, and others.

Typically, lettuce needs cooler conditions with a pH level of 6 to 7. They will usually start to grow in 30 days or less.

Strawberries

If you enjoy strawberries, you've likely complained about their seasonality. This problem is resolved by hydroponic systems, which provide you with access to strawberries whenever you want.

These berries can be easily and quickly harvested at home. The nicest part is that you will have them all year. Strawberries appear to perform significantly better when grown in the Ebb-and-Flow system, in contrast to lettuce, which grows well in nearly any hydroponics system. You can also attempt deep water culturing with a nutrient film.

The growth of strawberries takes about two months, and they tend to thrive in a pH range of 5.5 to 6.2.

Cucumbers

In a hydroponics system, cucumbers can grow quickly and give out exceptional yields. You have a virtually endless selection of types to choose from. The best cucumbers to use are the thick American slicers, the long, seedless European varieties, or the immaculately smooth Lebanese varieties.

Make sure to provide your cucumbers with plenty of light and a higher temperature because they are known to be warm-climate plants. The ideal pH range for cucumber plants is between 5.5 and 6.0.

Kale

Kale might be one of the best plants for your hydroponic system if you're a health nut. This vegetable is great for anyone wanting to maintain overall health because it is both nutrient-dense and delicious.

You can be sure that Kale will thrive in your indoor water garden because it has been grown for years in hydroponic systems. It's simple to keep kale growing healthily in mild temperatures. The optimal pH range is between 5.5 and 6.5.

Tomatoes

Yes! You read it correctly! In your hydroponic garden, tomatoes (both the standard and cherry varieties) can be grown.

Make sure to give these vegetables plenty of light and warm temperatures when growing them. Buy some grow lights in advance if you intend to grow them indoors. The pH range between 5.5 and 6.5 is optimal.

Now, put on your gardening gloves and break out your tools to get started on your very own hydroponic garden! Be sure to include some flowers you can grow hydroponically as well, for a vibrant indoor gardening experience.