Plant Nutrition
Understanding Phosphorous Acid Products
Phosphorous acid products are causing a lot of buzz these days; however, people often get confused as there are so many similar sounding...
Organic Gardening: Now More Convenient Than Ever
Garden centers and hydro shops are all offering up more and more organic options for conscientious growers.
Worm Tea: The Secret to Organic Gardening
Many gardeners already know the not-so-secret advantages of using worm tea to fertilize their gardens, but not all are aware of the various...
Interveinal Chlorosis: Can It Be Fixed?
Interveinal chlorosis is a disease that can be easily spotted and, with the right information, easily treated.
A Play-by-Play on Plant Nutrition
Your plants constantly require just the right balance of nutrients, which are supplied through a basic fertilizer program. Supplements are...
The 3 Stages of a Perpetual Garden
The most successful indoor growers take full advantage of the elevated degree of control over the growing environment by maintaining a...
Care for a Cup of Compost Tea? Your Plants Will!
So, you have created a compost pile or bin. Now it’s time to start thinking about what else can be done with your compost. How about...
12 Permaculture Principles
Permaculture is more than just a buzz word. It’s a sustainable approach to designing and growing edible landscapes. There’s a bit more to...
Ebb and Flow Hydroponic Systems
An ebb and flow hydroponic system maximizes nutrient uptake and available oxygen in the root zone. Here's how these systems work and why...
The Importance of Good Soil Health
Alan Ray explores the differences between types of soils and what to do if your dirt isn’t giving your plants the nutrients they need.
The Dirt on Soil & Potting Mixes
Ever question what was really in your soil or potting mixes, and how it affects your growing? Well, here's the dirt on your dirt.
The Science Behind Bone Meal
Using bone meal for plants is not a new technique, but it can improve the outcome of your plantings when introduced properly.
Recipes for Success: Plant Diet Basics & Formulation Fundamentals
Experimenting with various nutrients and boosters is not just for commercial growers—thanks to the wide range of products available today,...
Perfecting the pH of Your Hydroponic Nutrient Solution
The pH levels in small hydroponic systems can often be overlooked if a grower is focusing more on monitoring a solution’s EC or TDS,...
The Possibilities and Realities of Foliar Feeding
Sixty years ago, researchers discovered that it wasn't just roots that could absorb elemental plant nutrients. The findings sparked new...
Getting to Know Your Microbes
Beneficial microbes, including the all-powerful mycorrhizal fungi, are essential to the soil food web, and the most successful indoor...
Vegetable Growing Hacks for Your Best Haul Ever
From plastic forks, coffee filters, diapers, and eggshells, there are many common household items that can help you out in the garden,...
5 Flowering Stage Tips for Cannabis
The vegetative stage is complete and your plants are ready to flower. What you do now could result in large, flavorful, and aromatic buds...
8 Crop Micronutrients Growers Can't Ignore
Understanding the small role each micronutrient plays in the garden will help prevent gardeners from overlooking their importance.
