Plant Health
The Importance of Brix in Cannabis Health
Using a basic tool like a brix refractometer gives growers a glimpse into the inner workings of cannabis and how well it will perform.
Genetic Modification of Flavor and Aroma in Fruits and Flowers: Is the Future GMO?
Consumers have long complained about the lack of flavor in genetically modified foods. However, scientists are now trying to use those same...
Understanding Pythium Root Rot
Pythiums are plant pathogens that cause damping off of seedlings, or nibble on the roots of older plants. There are pythiums everywhere in...
Below The Surface: Root Growth Stimulation and Microorganisms
A healthy root system depends on beneficial microorganisms that live in the rhizosphere. In learning which products and techniques best...
From A to Z: Common Nutrient Additives Available to Growers
When it comes to nutrient additives, there are a lot of options available for growers. But, as Grubbycup explains, it is important to know...
Beating Botrytis: How to Identify, Prevent & Treat a Common Crop Ailment
There are more than 50 different species of botrytis, also known as gray or brown mold, which can wreak havoc on numerous plants, including...
Auto Balancing pH Without Chemicals - We Put Torus Hydro’s pH Balancer to the Test
Is it possible to auto-balance pH without chemicals? We put Torus Hydro's balancer to the test to find out.
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: Managing Microbes in the Garden
Plants need to receive a number of nutrients to thrive. An important step is keeping the bad bacteria at bay, along with establishing and...
The War on Whiteflies
Whiteflies are one of the most persistent and damaging pests to infiltrate indoor gardens and greenhouses. Luckily, Dr. Lynette Morgan has...
The Right Temperature for Growing Clones
In order to be successful in cloning, temperature is of the utmost importance.
The Importance of Growroom Hygiene
If you’re going to start growing produce and flower indoors, keep one thing in mind: cleanliness is next to holiness. Alan Ray details some...
Consider Essential Oils for Your Garden
More and more, gardeners are turning to essential oils to help combat fungal disease and nasty pests like spider mites. Monica Mansfield...
How Does a Plant's Immune System Work?
The best way to protect our indoor crops is to understand how they protect themselves from threats like pests and diseases.
Testing a New Nutrient Line
With so many different nutrient lines to choose from, Grubbycup gives us an idea of how.
How to Keep Your Plants Healthy
We all want to keep our plants healthy. However, when we see leaves that don’t look quite right, many of us overlook some of the more...
Bugs for Breakfast
Dr. Goggy Davidowitz says we’ll have to get over our aversion to the thought of eating bugs. The benefits simply outweigh the down sides.
What are the Best pH Levels for Growing Cannabis?
Want healthy, productive plants? Dial in your potential hydrogen and you’ll be on your way to a thriving crop.
How to Identify the 5 Most Common Plant Diseases
While there are many more plant diseases out there than the ones outlined here, here are the top five plant diseases you should be familiar...
Could Your Plants Be Suffering from an Abiotic Plant Disease?
When plants aren’t healthy, diagnosing the problem can be a challenge. Gardeners often look for obvious signs, like a biological...
