Featured Grow Media Articles
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Plant GrowthFinding a Happy Medium: Soilless Grow Media Tips & Tricks
By: Sara Elliott | Gardener, Writer
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Plant Growth
Preparing Soil for the Outdoor Season
By: Eric Hopper | Writer, Consultant, Product Tester
Grow Media Q&As
Answered by: Monica Mansfield | Homesteader, Owner & Writer of The Nature Life Project
Answered by: Lynette Morgan | Author, Partner at SUNTEC International Hydroponic Consultants
Answered by: Grubbycup | Indoor Gardener, Owner & Writer of Grow with Grubbycup
More Grow Media Articles
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Plant GrowthThe Chemistry of Coco Coir
As the ground-up seed husk tissue from the coconut palm tree, coco coir has become a popular and effective growing medium for indoor and outdoor gardeners.
By: Andrew Schell
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Plant Growth
Why You Shouldn’t Use Construction-Grade Clay Pellets
Why You Shouldn’t Use Construction-Grade Clay Pellets in Your Hydro Setup
By: Kent Gruetzmacher | Writer, Owner of KCG Content
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Plant Growth
Moving on Over: Top Four Transplanting Mediums and Methods
It’s said that transplanting is one of the most stressful times of a plant’s life—for many, it can be a matter of life and death. And while a newly rooted clone’s fate...
By: Karen Wilkinson
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Plant Growth
Growing 101: Perfect Potting Mixes for Container Gardening
Starting with a good potting mix can make a big difference in how well a container garden performs. Grubbycup shares the basics on what to look for in a potting mix.
By: Grubbycup | Indoor Gardener, Owner & Writer of Grow with Grubbycup
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Plant Growth
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.
By: Alan Ray
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Plant Growth
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.
By: Grubbycup | Indoor Gardener, Owner & Writer of Grow with Grubbycup
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Plant Growth
How to Customize Your Own Organic Potting Mix
Customizing your organic potting mix is a great way to ensure your plants receive the best nourishment possible.
By: Nichola Moffat
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Plant Growth
Reuse, Reuse, Reuse Your Media
During harvest time, there is first the joy of collecting the fruits of your labor, and then starts the somewhat less entertaining chore of cleaning up and getting ready...
By: Grubbycup | Indoor Gardener, Owner & Writer of Grow with Grubbycup
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Plant Growth
Substrate Selection & Moisture Management: What You NEED to Know
Here’s a closer look at some best watering practices in the hydroponic garden, based on what substrate you’ve chosen.
By: Lynette Morgan | Author, Partner at SUNTEC International Hydroponic Consultants
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Growing Methods
The Myth of Drainage Material in Container Plantings
A popular gardening myth out there goes a little something like this: “Add a layer of gravel or other coarse material in the bottom of containers to improve drainage.”...
