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  A Brief History of Pecans

  What Are Pecans?The pecan tree, a type of hickory, that goes by the scientific name Carya illinoinensis, is a member of the Juglandaceae, the walnut family. Pecans trees...

  By: Philip McIntosh | Science & Technology Writer, Teacher

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  Plant Growth

  Benefits of Adding Molasses to Your Fertilizer Regimen

  Many gardeners are discovering the benefits of adding a little cane molasses to their fertilizer regimen.Some people think that the cane molasses is food for the plant,...

  By: Harley Smith

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  Cannabis

  The Best Cannabis Strains for Grow Tents

  To be a skilled indoor cannabis grower, you must balance horticultural talent with a strong understanding of growroom mechanics. This means knowing the biological...

  By: Kent Gruetzmacher | Writer, Owner of KCG Content

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  Plant Growth

  Growing With Guano: How Bat Guano Benefits Soil and Plants

  Brimming with nutrients and high in nitrogen and phosphorus, bat guano can be used to feed plants, amend poor soil, or even enhance the texture and nutritional value of...

  By: Alan Ray

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  Plant Growth

  Why Are My Leaves Turning Yellow? 3 Common Nutrient Deficiencies

  I spent several years managing a hydroponics store in Michigan, and I can’t tell you how many times a customer would come in and say, “My plant’s...

  By: Harley Smith

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  Industry News

  The Rise of Controlled Environment Agriculture

  Sometimes a seed takes a long time to sprout, like in the case of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) where a combination of horticulture and engineering combine to...

  By: Lee Allen | Writer, Reporter, Gardener

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  Plant Health

  Dealing with Aphids in the Growroom

  What are Aphids?A typical garden pest everywhere, aphids are soft-bodied insects that can be many colors, including black, white, yellow, green, red, brown, and black...

  By: Rich Hamilton | Writer, Consultant, Author of The Growers Guide

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  Harvest

  How to Extend the Life of Your Harvest: Harvesting, Storing, and Preserving

  Growing and preserving your own food is not only a fun and rewarding hobby; it is also a great way to save money and ensure a high-quality, clean diet. So, when harvest...

  By: Eric Hopper | Writer, Consultant, Product Tester

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  Harvest

  Curing Cannabis: The Art of Curing Your Buds for Perfect Flavor and Potency

  The process of curing cannabis is essential in putting the finishing touches on the beautiful green buds you’ve worked so hard to grow. Proper curing and storage...

  By: Cory Hughes | Commercial Grower

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  Plant Health

  Identifying and Dealing with Blossom End Rot

  Your first tomato of the season. You lovingly raised it from a seed or nurtured it from its seedling stage and now it is rewarding you with its prized fruit. But wait!...

  By: Chris Bond | Certified Permaculture Designer, Nursery Technician, Nursery Professional

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  Grow Spaces

  The Value of All-In-One Grow Tent Kits

  While the early years of cannabis cultivation equipment design were focused on secrecy, the modern industry has shifted towards efficiency and convenience. From grow...

  By: Kent Gruetzmacher | Writer, Owner of KCG Content

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  Strains

  5 Great Indoor Cannabis Strains to Grow

  You had a great outdoor harvest, but now what? Just because Mother Nature is on a vacation from growing doesn’t mean you have to be. These indoor-friendly strains...

  By: Rich Hamilton | Writer, Consultant, Author of The Growers Guide

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