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Cleanliness, P.H. & E.C

07/20/2011 | Author: | Posted in Gardening

These factors are the three most important things that are all to often overlooked. It astounds me just how many growers don’t understand their importance. Cleanliness. Cleanliness in the grow area is extremely important as to eliminate the risk of pest & disease outbreaks. Whether it be picking off dead & dying leaves from your …

Growing Mediums

06/27/2011 | Author: | Posted in Gardening

There are a number of mediums to choose from, all of which have uses in different systems, Expanded clay balls as with perlite work well in pot in pot systems. Rock wool which is available in the form of cubes/blocks,or large mats is ideal for striking cuttings in is a form of volcanic glass – …

Nutrient & Additives

06/27/2011 | Author: | Posted in Gardening

When we talk about Plant Nutrition, (in the Hydroponic instance), there are a magnitude of brands, categories and uses. We start with Base Nutrients first. This group is usually labelled with the name – “Vega” meaning vegetive growth, “Flores” meaning bloom or flowering. These nutrients are produced according to a plants needs eg. vegetive growth …

Week One

06/27/2011 | Author: | Posted in Gardening

Hydroponics – Definition: Gardening without soil, using an inert medium such as “Expanded clay balls, perlite, coco coie or a mix of these – coco + perlite”. The addition of specialized liquid nutrient programs from reputable hydroponic retailers such as green acres hydroponics where you can get everything from C grade up to premium dutch …