One thing you either might have to watch out for or embrace is something I call Garden Creep. This is the ability of certain gardens, let alone the plants in them, of slowly growing and spreading or even multiplying over time. Any dedicated gardener can explain to you the visible symtomology of the [...]

Ten basic rules for gardening  Rule #1 – Buy plants from a very reputable source–I prefer nurseries over discount stores and warehouse stores.  Rule #2 – Select plants that will grow in your climate–consider your high and low temperatures.  Rule #3 – Plant your plants in the right place in your yard–sun-loving plants in the [...]

We welcome everyone, who is willing to grow herbs, plants and flowers inside the house. It is so easy to get lost among the large number of sources about the indoor gardening; that is why, we will do our best to give you the most important and easy to understand information before you start. HOW [...]

Temperature is a gauge for optimum production for every plant. When plants are exposed to extreme ranges of temperature, stunted growth and poor fruit yields are the result. Plants have specific temperature ranges for their ideal growth. Warm-season vegetables and most types of flowers have 18o C and 260 C as an ideal temperature range. [...]

How to de-bug your garden Did you know it is estimated that there are over 100,000 different species of insects that live in North America? If you don’t think you have bugs in your garden – guess again. In a typical backyard there are probably 1,000 little critters setting up house. Remember, not all insects [...]

The use of organic plant nutrients instead of the man-made chemicals in the hydroponic garden eases the work of a gardener. The matter is that the absence of synthetic chemicals eliminates the problem of ppm amount and pH balance of the water. If there is no need to calibrate nutrients, to check pH level of the [...]

Plants, growing in the containers, will develop two types of the roots: the upper one, which will uptake plant nutrients from the upper part of the medium; and the lower roots, which will reach the lava rock part of the growing medium. The upper root system is primary; it includes web-like thin roots that look [...]

Sometimes, maintaining garden sheds may seem like a lot of work, when you think of the amount of time and effort that you need just to clean it out and treat any damaged areas. By following this simple routine once a year, you can easily maintain your shed in pristine condition inside and out. Choosing a [...]

Grow Light Reflectors Often neglected as to their importance, grow light reflectors play a major role in a good indoor hydroponic garden system. Light plays a great role or the most important role in photosynthesis. The use of grow light reflectors in your garden enhances light distribution and ensures uniform distribution. Discounts on quality grow [...]

How to grow beautiful culinary herbs You don’t have to be a chef or have a green thumb to grow an herb garden. Culinary herbs are extremely easy to grow. Once they get going, they add fragrance, texture and color to just about any garden or space. Harvest your culinary herbs to make everything from [...]