Lighting
6 Steps to Great Big Cannabis Buds
Check out Kyle Ladenburger’s six steps to growing massive buds and you’ll be well on your way to maximizing your yields.
Leggy Seedlings: Too Much Leg Can Be A Bad Thing
Many colder-climate gardeners like to get an early start by starting seeds indoors. However, an issue that can arise is having gangly,...
The Gas Lantern Routine and Other Alternative Light Cycles
Although erratic light cycles will most likely stress the plants and cause undesirable effects, there are some indoor horticulturists who...
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...
How to Set Up Your LED Grow Light for Growing Cannabis
Max Bjermo goes over how to hang the lamp, at what distance, determine light intensity (PPFD, or PAR), and he also discusses heat and heat...
The Modern Farmer’s Guide to Artificial Lighting
The following guide explains how LEDs work, how efficient they have become for indoor gardens, and some of the often overlooked factors...
Photoperiod Effects on Hydroponic Crops
Lynette Morgan examines how continuous light methods compare to light/dark stages.
Control Freak: How to Regulate Your Garden’s Artificial Lighting
Indoor greenhouses are illuminated by artificial lighting that is required to be on and off for many hours of a day or night. Controlling...
Getting Your Cannabis Grow Off to a Great Start
Let’s look at some of the key variables you can control to help ensure you get great, consistent cannabis yields.
Indoor and Outdoor Lighting: The Best of Both Worlds
Many indoor gardens aren’t set up to take advantage of natural sunlight, but doing so is practical, effective and leads to huge savings on...
Environmental Conservation Starts in the Garden
When it comes to environmental conservation, every little bit helps. Casey Fraser explains how you can help preserve the environment by...
Back in Black: The Basics of Light Deprivation Cultivation
Tricking your herbs, vegetables, or flowers into thinking harvest time is approaching through light deprivation can result in more frequent...
Light Transmittance Through Greenhouse Glazing
Lighting expert Ian Ashdown examines why there is less photosynthetically active radiation at the canopy level in a greenhouse compared to...
Getting off the Grid: Alternative Energies for Hydro Systems
With solar cells dropping in price and battery systems improving all the time, there are considerable benefits to looking at alternative...
A Breath of Fresh Air: The Importance of Air Purification in an Indoor Garden
Air purification is one of the most overlooked variables of an indoor garden because most airborne pathogens are invisible, but ignoring...
Growing Plants Under Artificial Light: What’s Missing?
Sometimes, plants just don’t thrive under artificial lights, even when every aspect of the indoor growing environment is perfect. It's...
Need a Light? Advice on Buying Grow Lights for First-Time Buyers
With plenty of LED grow lights to choose from, it’s hard to find the best value for the buck. Max Bjermo offers some insights in finding...
Keeping Things Cool In Your Growroom
When plants become overheated, they begin to show signs of stress. Heat stress can result in spindly young plants and mature plants that...
The Daily Light Integral Chart: Understanding Your Plants' PPFD & Photoperiod Requirements
Understanding the effect of intense light (PPFD) is essential for successful growth. Whether you have a full grow tent with LED lights or a...
