Sex and the Single Plant
The late Bob Ireland shares some tips with us for controlling the sex of your plants with growth hormones. Hormones are organic molecules produced by plants and transported within them to various sites...
View ArticleA Simple Guide to Taking Plant Cuttings
Matt LeBannister tells you pretty much everything you need to know to be a confident and successful cutting expert. It’s easy to see that genetics are an extremely important factor in the human story:...
View ArticleA Plant’s Life – From Seed to Seed Producer
Matt LeBannister takes us through the various phases of a plant’s life and wonders who’s using who in the survival game Life is a very complex concept. We are not sure how it began, but we know that...
View ArticleTrellises, Super-cropping or Ladybugs—Increase your Yield by All Means...
Lee McCall talks about increasing yields with trellis systems and super-cropping and preventative pest control maintenance without toxic pesticides or poisons Increasing the yield is always the key...
View ArticleThe Original ‘Greenhouse Effect:’ How Greenhouses Can Change the Way You Grow
The term ‘greenhouse effect’ doesn’t have to be a bad thing—it can describe the enjoyment that growers will feel when they discover a way to extend their beloved hobby through the chilly winter months...
View ArticleLow-Maintenance Hydroponics: Self-Watering Containers
Thinking about that summer vacation? Well, sub-irrigation—with its concealed water supply hydrating the growing medium—might be the key to some well-earned time off. Using this system, indoor gardeners...
View ArticleNon-identical Clones
Scientists have known for some time that cloned (regenerant) organisms are not always identical. Their observable characteristics and traits can vary—and this variation can be passed on to the next...
View ArticleMoving on Over: Top Four Transplanting Mediums and Methods
It’s said that transplanting is one of the most stressful times of a plant’s life—for many, it can be a matter of life and death. And while a newly rooted clone’s fate depends upon a variety of...
View ArticleProper Propagation: Perfecting the Practice of Plant Reproduction
Propagation is the process of plant reproduction. Here’s a rundown of the most popular methods used in the hydroponics industry… Propagation in the plant world is a beautiful thing. Both a science and...
View ArticleStarting Plants from Cuttings
Want some new cultivars for your garden, but also want a way to guarantee their quality? Well, this is a perfect opportunity for some DIY cutting… Why would anyone want to go to the trouble to start a...
View ArticleConsistency is the Key
Plants are a diverse bunch with a wide variety of optimal needs. Thankfully, however, they all have one thing in common: a love a consistency… Plants are very diverse and unique organisms. Each species...
View ArticleLighting Choices Illuminated
It’s a no-brainer to know that you’ll need a light if you want to grow plants indoors, but the hard part is understanding the different grow light options and which of those will best suit your growing...
View ArticleTwo Methods to a Great Clean: Sanitization and Sterilization
As opposed to popular belief, sanitization and sterilization are two different things-and when used together, they provide indoor gardeners with a pretty amazing clean . In order to maintain an optimal...
View ArticleAttack of the Clones Tips & Tricks for Cloning Success
Successfully cloning a mother plant is a proud moment for any horticulturist, no matter how often it happens. Although cloning is getting easier and easier to do, it can still be a delicate procedure....
View ArticleWhat Grow Medium Is Right For You?
Matt LeBannister discusses the attributes of various hydroponic grow mediums and which systems they are ideal for. Choosing the right grow medium is an essential part of gardening. With so many...
View ArticleThe Missing Ingredient: CO2
Carbon dioxide is an often overlooked aspect of indoor gardening. It has been a hot topic as of late, and while plants can survive without it, even slight elevations of CO2 can greatly benefit a...
View ArticleWhat’s N-P-K Anyway?
The letters N,P and K show up in a lot of places at gardening supply stores. Here’s what you need to know about nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K)—the three elements that get the most...
View ArticleThe Facts on Phosphorus
Phosphorus is a nutrient that all living creatures require for life. But what exactly does it do for your plants, and how should you use it in the garden? Read on to learn the answers to these...
View ArticleGrowing on Air: How Aeroponics Turns Less into More
Ever wanted to try going bare… roots that is? Sara Elliott discusses the pros and cons of using an aeroponic set-up. Starting a garden indoors or out can require a whole laundry list of extras, not the...
View ArticlePerfecting Propagation
Producing clones from cuttings in hydroponics is a great way to yield new, healthy planting stock genetically identical to your carefully selected parent plants. While the process of taking and...
View ArticleStudent Clones Grape Gene
A Florida A&M University student has earned public recognition as the first scientist to clone a key gene from muscadine grapes. During a six-month research project at FAMU’s Center for...
View ArticleCaring For Your Mother Plants
The nutritional requirements of mother plants—stock plants raised to provide cuttings for starting new plants—are significantly different from plants raised for optimal yields. The key is ensuring the...
View ArticleCloning Your Plants
Cloning is the best way to grow uniform, pest-free plants. There’s no wrong way to go about it, but some ways are certainly better than others. Here are some best practices. Duplicating your prized...
View ArticleEZ-CLONE Coco Cloning Collars and Seed Starters
New Coco Cloning Collars and Seed Starters from EZ CLONE are made from 100% organic coconut fiber, which allows roots to grow directly into them. They hold a lot of moisture and can be transplanted...
View ArticleEZ-CLONE 16 Clear Unit
The highly requested EZ-CLONE 16 Clear Unit is an absolute eye catcher. This brand-new, clear model produces the same great results as EZ-CLONE’s black systems while allowing growers to see the full...
View ArticleThe Clone Shipper
The Clone Shipper provides the perfect solution for those who need to ship clones and young plants in a safe, secure manner. It comes with an LED light that keeps the plant in the vegetative stage of...
View ArticleHumic or Fulvic Acid: What Kind are Your Plants On?
Humic and fulvic acids are natural, complex molecules that improve the uptake of nutrients in both soil and hydroponics. Sourcing these acids for your garden can be tricky, though, as it hasn’t...
View ArticleRx Green Solutions LIFE Cloning Gel
Rx Green Solutions LIFE Cloning Gel, a rooting compound for plant cuttings, is the newest product in the LIFE Cloning family. Containing a unique blend of rooting hormones and natural ingredients, LIFE...
View ArticleCloning 101: A Back to Basics Guide to Propagating Plants
Are you ready to take the plunge and try cloning? These days, the technologies, tools and techniques are making this process easier, but there are still a few things you need to keep in mind before...
View ArticleRx Green Solutions LIFE Cloning Mist
Rx Green Solutions LIFE Cloning Mist, available in 4-oz. bottles, contains patented technology designed to facilitate and increase root development and aid in stress recovery. This foliar product comes...
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