Growing Methods
What are Self-Watering Planters and Containers?
Self-watering planters and containers are convenient and practical, but are they a cure-all for gardeners looking to save on
Top 3 Reasons Why Vertical Farms Fail
?The road to victory is often riddled with failure, especially if you’re trying to learn something new. Chris Michael is here to point out...
5 Raised Bed Garden Tricks Everyone Should Know
Raised garden beds can be a great solution for soil gardeners tired of spending hours on their knees. Here are some pointers to ensure a...
6 Steps for Preparing Healthy Soil For Growing Vegetables
You might think it takes a great deal of time to prepare soil for the best gardening. However, there is no need to wait for two years or...
The Top 7 Mistakes Made By Hydroponic Growers
Dr. Nate Storey’s guide for beginning growers who are interested in operating successful hydroponic systems details seven of the most...
How Do Modular Hydroponic Systems Work?
Modular hydroponics systems are repeatable grow systems that can extend from a small area such as a closet or bedroom to any unlimited...
The Power of Raised Garden Beds
If starting a raised garden is on your to-do list, but you aren’t confident in your carpentry skills or thrilled with the idea of bending...
An Introduction to Microponics: How to Create a Tiny Ecosystem in Your Backyard
Microponics takes aquaponics to a whole new level
Hydroponics: Pros and Cons of Hydroponic Gardening
Plants grown hydroponically are of exceedingly high quality, occupy less space, and consume fewer resources than traditional growing...
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...
The Kratky Method is a Simple and Fun Way to Grow
The Kratky Method is a way of hydroponically growing your plants in a container without needing electricity, air stones, pumps, or anything...
10 Frequently Asked Questions in the Hydroponics Shop
Indoor gardening can be a complex hobby with many factors to consider, from lighting and nutrients to pest control and environmental issues...
Comparing Various Water Culture Hydroponic Systems
Water culture hydroponics is one of the fastest growing segments of hydroponics, but there are a number of factors to consider when...
Spiraling Out: How to Build an Herb Spiral
While herbs offer some impressive health benefits on your plate, they can present some big challenges in the garden. Incorporating these...
Analyzing Nutrient Film Technique
NFT systems are still widely used by both commercial and hobbyist horticulturists. Although the commercial use of NFT is focused on leafy...
What is a Deep Water Culture System?
Standard water culture systems and deep water culture systems (DWC) are about the simplest types of hydroponic systems available, and they...
Growing on the Edge: Windowsill Gardening
Other than bringing a baby into this world, or adopting a puppy or kitten, there’s no better way to bring new life into your home than by...
Hanging Vegetable Gardens: What Vegetables Can Be Grown Upside Down
Home-grown vegetables are a wonderful addition to any table, but adding them to your diet when you live in a place with limited space can...
The Art of Growing Up!
Want vertical interest? Color? Elegance? Whimsy? Vines have it all! They shimmy up poles and curlicue around strings. They twist and turn...
