Hydroponic is a process of growing plants in water, rich in essential nutrients. In this technique, you don’t have to use soil as the growing medium. There are many fruits to grow hydroponically at home, such as watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, and so on. Instead of soil, water will supply nutrients instantly to the plants. Hydroponics culture has become very popular in urban areas. Many people do it for commercial purpose, while others do it as a hobby. 

Anyone can set up a hydroponic system in his/her home and can grow fruits hydroponically at home. 

Fruits to Grow Hydroponically 

1. Strawberries 

Strawberries can be the best fruits to grow hydroponically because these fruits will appear juicy and big. In addition, growing these fruits in a hydroponic system is quite simple. As a beginner, we will advise you to try growing these fruits hydroponically at home. Besides, these fruits are self-pollinating, so you don’t have to worry about the pollination. To get the best and quickest result, you need to control the amount of light and temperature to keep them fresh and to have a greater yield. 

Figure 1: Strawberries in hydroponic system 

2. Watermelon 

Watermelon can be an enjoyable fruit to eat in the summertime. Watermelon is one of the simplest fruits to grow hydroponically. If one grows them successfully in hydroponic culture by taking proper care and providing sufficient nutrients, watermelon can grow bigger. Farmers are now trying to grow these fruits hydroponically because these fruits have a high demand in the market. To set up the procedure, you may need to use coconut coir or clay pebbles to supply water and nutrients via capillary action. 

Figure 2: Watermelon in hydroponics 

3. Grapes 

Grapes are versatile and very delicious fruits, and lots of people love eating them. Growing these fruits hydroponically, one may need to follow the nutrient film technique (NFT). While growing grapes, one should try to reduce the spacings between each plant because it can prevent fruit-rot disease. In addition to this, make sure that the grapes have trellis, wires, or strings to climb the vines. People are growing these fruits hydroponically for commercial purpose. In the market, the demand for these fruits is quite high. 

Figure 3: Grapes in hydroponics 

4. Blueberries 

Blueberries, raspberries, and cranberries are less frequently grown compared to strawberries in a hydroponic system. However, growing blueberries in a hydroponic system are as easy as growing strawberries. If you are planning to grow these fruits hydroponically, we will suggest you use an elevated hydroponic system. You can set up a deepwater hydroponic system for growing these fruits. Deepwater hydroponic system is one of the simplest and smallest hydroponic systems. To accelerate their growth rate, try to maintain the temperature 72 to 74-degree Fahrenheit during the day or 68 to 70-degree Fahrenheit during the night. 

Figure 4: Blueberries in hydroponics 

5. Cantaloupe 

These are one of the most popular and common fruits that are grown hydroponically. It is very easy to grow. If you don’t install an automated hydroponic system, you will have to change the water every 2 days to avoid root rotting. To grow these fruits, it is better to maintain the temperature between 72 to 90-degree Fahrenheit. Don’t forget to control the humidity as well. These fruits can be grown in the balcony or rooftop. The best hydroponic system to grow these fruits is deep water culture. 

Figure 5: Cantaloupe in hydroponics 

Conclusion 

These are the five best fruits to grow hydroponically at home. Anyone can grow these fruits because the hydroponic system is too simple.