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LizDTM said:It's very easy to grow herbs, lettuce, and other small plants indoors using a continuous flow aquaponics set up that is easy and inexpensive to put together. I am not a DIYer, but I was able to do this with a minimum amount of swearing. Most of the swearing was because I had to figure this out myself, so I've already done that for you. Here's what you'll need:

*Shop light (about $10 at Walmart)

Liz -- this is great information! I think we're going to have to try this during the winter!

Question - are you using one shop light with two fluorescent lights? (It appears to be; I just wanted to check) I was wondering if this is enough light for plants that require full sun. I would LOVE to grow lettuce and basil in the winter.