Damping off disease can stop your growth before it even really has a chance to get started. It kills ruthlessly, attacking just about any variety of plant seedling. Though it most commonly affects plants grown indoors, this disease strikes indiscriminately in any environment. No plant is immune, either. But if you think your plants might […]
You have likely seen the NPK ratio on the bottle of nutrients you purchased or are shopping for, but are you aware of how the ideal plant nutrient ratios change throughout the plant’s life cycle? If you aren’t already aware, nutrient balance is one of the most important factors affecting your plant health, quality, and […]
While they may not be as notorious as mites or aphids, you need to know how to get rid of grasshoppers fast if they infest your garden. These destructive pests can cause extensive damage to your plants if left to colonize and feed. As voracious feeders, these bugs can eat up to half their body […]
At first glance, the idea of a kitchen garden may seem sort of odd. Whether you already have an herb garden or not, why would you want to grow things in your kitchen? Doesn’t a garden take up a lot of space, how would that even work? The reality is that anyone who has a […]
If you have brown discolorations growing on the leaves of your plants, you may be encountering septoria leaf spot, also known as yellow leaf spot. This unsightly plant disease is obviously cause for concern, but you don’t need to start stressing just yet. It is usually not fatal, but it can prevent your plants from […]
You’ve likely heard all about silica for plants. But unless you’ve taken a deep dive into the science behind this nutrient, you may be unaware of its importance. Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is one of the most abundant minerals on earth. It is present in rocks, sand, and soil, and it is an […]
Whether your goal is to grow enough food to feed your entire family for the entire year – or just to create a pizza herb garden worth your neighbor’s envy – there are lots of benefits to growing produce in your backyard. You don’t have to have a self-proclaimed green thumb to get started, either. […]
There has been some debate over the importance of UV light for plants. Some growers even wonder whether ultraviolet light has a place in plant cultivation of any kind at all. The fact of the matter is that if you are growing plants indoors, you should be supplementing your plants with some form of it. […]
If you’ve dove into the world of plant nutrition, you’ve likely stumbled across the comparison of humic acid vs fulvic acid. These are two vague minerals that some growers swear by, while others are unaware of their existence and importance. Whether they’re growing indoors or outdoors, it’s no secret that plants need an extra boost […]
If you are unfamiliar with vapor pressure deficit (VPD) and its role in plant growth, you are missing out. It is one of the best ways to increase harvest weight. Leaf VPD is a critical metric in both the growth stage as well as flower stages. It doesn’t even matter if you have the best […]
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