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If you're growing hydroponically, two numbers matter more than almost anything else: pH and EC. Understanding them is the key to healthy plants and maximum yields.
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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...
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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...
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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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Starting your hydroponic growing adventure is exciting, but there is a lot to learn if you want to be successful. One of the most important things to learn is how...
Heather Lott |
Growing with Hydroponics vs. Aquaponics Did you know you don’t need soil to grow healthy plants and vegetables? That notion goes against everything you learned in third grade science class....
Jorie Lott |
Are your house plants chasing the sun around your home? Have you run out of windowsills to put that plant you just couldn’t resist buying? We’ve been there. Before you...
Jim Guttierrez |
They say life is a journey, not a destination. And while that mostly holds true in gardening, it doesn’t entirely. Most gardening enthusiasts enjoy the process but it’s the destination...
Heather Lott |
Coconut coir, otherwise referred to as coco coir, has become one of the most popular growing mediums on the market today. With its ability to deliver and retain nutrients, gardeners...
Jorie Lott |
The simple answer to this question is yes, plants can grow more rapidly in a hydroponic system than in traditional soil. In fact, one of the main reasons growers choose...
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