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  • What are the Benefits of Silica For Plants?

    What are the Benefits of Silica For Plants?

    What is Silica? Silicon dioxide, or silica, is a common element found in the earth’s crust and in the soil. In nature, silica helps plants regulate other chemicals such as...

    Jim Guttierrez |

  • The Best Water For Hydroponics

    The Best Water For Hydroponics

    Since water is the medium for delivering nutrients in hydroponics, it is important to make sure that the water is balanced in pH and free of contaminants and possible diseases....

    Heather Lott |

  • How to Germinate Stubborn Seeds

    How to Germinate Stubborn Seeds

    Do old seeds germinate? How long is too long for seeds to germinate? What if we told you that you can get 20-year-old seeds to germinate? Watch our video to...

    Jorie Lott |

  • Hydroponic Problems and How to Fix Them

    Hydroponic Problems and How to Fix Them

    Why are My Hydroponic Plants Wilting or Dying? Though hydroponic systems are typically designed to be more low maintenance that soil-based gardening or agriculture, there are still potential issues that...

    Jim Guttierrez |

  • What is a Soil Amendment?

    What is a Soil Amendment?

    Whether a beginner or expert, many gardeners find that their garden does not always come with the perfect soil. Soil can be too wet or dry, too acidic or alkaline,...

    Jorie Lott |

  • Can You Have a Self-Sustaining Hydroponic Garden?

    Can You Have a Self-Sustaining Hydroponic Garden?

    The size and scope of a hydroponic garden depends on the experience and the needs of the grower. Having a self-sustaining hydroponic garden looks differently if you live in an...

    Jim Guttierrez |

  • What are the Benefits of Vertical Hydroponics?

    What are the Benefits of Vertical Hydroponics?

    What is vertical hydroponics? In vertical farming, plants are grown in stacked layers rather than horizontal rows. Vertical farming has become a popular method for indoor hydroponic farming, though it...

    Heather Lott |

  • Does Hydroponic Gardening Produce Higher Yields?

    Does Hydroponic Gardening Produce Higher Yields?

    Whether you’re a commercial farmer or just trying to save money on your personal grocery bill, there are many reasons why you’d want to choose hydroponics instead of conventional gardening...

    Jorie Lott |

  • Hydroponic Vegetables and Nutrition

    Hydroponic Vegetables and Nutrition

    As hydroponics becomes a more widespread technique for growing plants, it is important to ask if it is a viable option for nutrition, and if it is safe and healthy...

    Jim Guttierrez |

  • Cloning with Aeroponics

    Cloning with Aeroponics

    If you have a true passion for gardening, you probably aren’t content to be “one and done” – grow one plant and give up your hobby. You probably want to...

    Heather Lott |

  • Turning Your Closet into a Grow Room

    Turning Your Closet into a Grow Room

    People from all walks of life who live in a variety of environments have a passion for amateur indoor growing. But not everyone has the space or resources to have...

    Jorie Lott |

  • Hydroponic Plants and Watering

    Hydroponic Plants and Watering

    Knowing how to manage water intake is essential for any plant grower. It is especially important when growing plants in hydroponics because of how susceptible they can be to nutrient...

    Jim Guttierrez |


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