Diseases and Conditions
Controlling Pests Organically: Aphids, Whiteflies, and Thrips
Aphids, whiteflies and thrips are three of the most common pests of indoor growing areas. Here are some solutions for controlling them.
Fusarium Wilt: Unwanted & Unwelcome
Feared because it is virtually impossible to get rid of, fusarium wilt is wreaking havoc on lettuce and other field and greenhouse crops....
What Do You Know About Mildew?
In the garden, mildew is often confused with mold. However, they are very different problems and it is important not to mix the two up when...
Infused With Life: How Microbes Work in Your Plant Growing System
Gone are the days when hydroponics was a solely synthetic system—growing successfully in an organic system is impossible without the use of...
The Basics of Plant Diseases
Almost everyone who grows plants, whether for their own enjoyment or professionally, will encounter plant disease problems at some point.
Beneficial Elements For Your Nutrient Regimen
There are several essential macro- and micronutrients plants need to grow and reproduce. Here we look at aluminum, iodine, lithium,...
Good Greenhouse Hygiene
Plants are more likely to thrive in a clean environment. Make it your goal this spring to carry out these simple sanitary measures in your...
Electrical Conductivity in the Garden
Electrical conductivity measurements were once one of the only ways growers could check up on the elemental concentrations of their...
Hypochlorite in Horticulture
Hypochlorite is a readily available germicide that has many horticultural uses. Bill DeBoer shares a rundown on what to keep in mind when...
Abiotic Diseases
Pests, fungi, viral diseases, bacteria—these are all potentially deadly problems if they get into your growroom. But there’s another danger...
Root Restriction in Hydroponics
Most hydroponic crops only require a small root zone volume. However, as Lynette Morgan points out, the restriction methods used are just...
Grow Room Tips: Double Up On Some Equipment
If you take your garden seriously, you won't mind paying for insurance in the form of some spare gear. Here are several items that...
How Nutrient Antagonism Leads to Nutrient Deficiency in Plants
If you're feeding your plants plenty of magnesium, but it still show signs of magnesium deficiency, check this out. Even plants being fed...
Compatibility Agents - What do I need to know?
Compatibility agents have a legitimate place in greenhouse and hydroponic tank mixes, but they are not a fix for bad mixing decisions.
Removing Pollutants from Indoor Air
Polluted air lowers our immune systems and allows mold, bacteria and germs to sicken us, our pets, and our plants. What can we do about it?
How to Condition Your Sterilized Soil
While sterilized soils might be convenient and cost effective to use, they can present certain challenges to the grower. Donald Lester...
Dealing With Pesky Garden Pests: Snails and Slugs
Today, we take a look at identifying damage from snails and slugs and look at biological and natural controls to eradicate them.
Ultimate Seed Feminizer: Colloidal Silver
When the time comes to plant seeds, most farmers would prefer to use feminized seeds. To ensure seed feminization, most people resort to...
You are What you Eat: the Correlation of Plant Nutrition and Disease
Is plant nutrition correlated with disease and insect infestations? You bet it is! J. Benton Jones Jr. tells us all about it.
