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Seed growing

Set up a soil-free growing experiment

Assemble a small hydroponic greenhouse with an adult, then grow the supplied salad-green varieties. Cotton, wicks and a measuring cup replace the soil setup used in the younger kits.

Suggested start: Ages 10–15

Build and observe a soil-free growing system with several seed varieties.

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Hydroponics Lab

Thames & Kosmos

Hydroponics Lab

The kit supplies the greenhouse, wicks, cotton, seeds, measuring tools and 32-page manual.

Ages 8+
Estimated range $15–$30
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