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Hydroponic systems are a type of hydroculture used to grow plants with less water and without soil. They have been around since the 18th century but weren’t popular until recently when people became more aware of how much water it takes to produce food. Growing a hydroponic garden at home has several benefits. It will … Read more
For those who love spending time tending to their indoor garden, there are few things more rewarding than watching it grow. Whether you’re trying to surprise a green-thumbed loved one or looking for the perfect garden gift for a loved one, we’ve got you covered! We have rounded up 32 unique and practical gifts for … Read more
Indoor gardeners are always looking for ways to ensure their plants get the best possible fertilizer. But what is nitrogen, and why does it matter? Nitrogen is a gas that humans exhale when they breathe, and it’s the most abundant element in Earth’s atmosphere. It makes up 78% of air by volume, but plants need … Read more
If you happen to be at a garden center trying to decide what will better suit your plants? Well, vermiculite and perlite are quite similar, which is usually why people think about this. However, some key differences help you put things into perspective where the two are concerned. Apart from just knowing how to contrast … Read more
In this blog post, you’ll learn how you can make your own DIY grow light system and how to choose LED lights to grow indoor plants. And basically, all you need to know about grow light setups for plants. So, what’s special about a grow light? Growing plants indoors can be a challenging hobby. When … Read more
Ventilation is a crucial yet often overlooked part of horticulture. Much like humans, plant growth needs air to survive. They use it for both photosynthesis and respiration. And as such, when there is no airflow in your grow tent, your plants will suffocate. But leaving your grow tent open beats the entire purpose of it. … Read more
Sphagnum moss and peat moss are two commonly confused substances that gardeners, especially container gardeners, are likely to run across. While they may sound the same, a prepared gardener knows how to spot the difference between the two and why it matters. Sphagnum moss and peat moss come from the same plant, but sphagnum is … Read more
Few things taste better than fresh veggies, salad greens, and herbs you grew yourself. You can be healthy, feel great about where your food comes from, and save yourself the grocery store trip! Unfortunately, many of us lack the space needed to grow vegetables in a traditional garden. Luckily, even if you lack a good … Read more
If you buy bagged potting soil or potting mixes regularly, you probably fear the dreaded gnat. Fungus gnats lay eggs in bagged soils and then emerge later to annoy and kill your plants. Besides gnat eggs, bagged soils can also harbor harmful microbes, fungi, and other nasty creatures. Unfortunately, you cannot see these creatures, so … Read more
When you think about the word “garden”, you start to envision a small tilled patch of soil with beautiful flowers, aromatic herbs, and fresh vegetables. Or you might start thinking about rows of lettuce, corn, tomatoes, etc., proudly sprouting out of the ground. Thought of that huge greenhouse with plastic pipes and covers might also … Read more
