15 Impressive Spinach Benefits
The health benefits of spinach include skin care, improved eyesight, healthy blood pressure, stronger muscles, prevention of age-related macular degeneration
Aquaponics Farmers Band Together to Set Their Industry Apart Growers that add fish to their vegetable mix say they're combining the benefits of an ecosystem with the resource-efficiency of an water-based operation
Vitamin E discovery in maize could lead to more nutritious crop New research has identified genes that control vitamin E content in maize grain - a finding that could lead to improving the nutritional profile of this staple
Iron Sources in Hydroponics : Which One is the Best ? Definitely one of the most important problems dealing with the stability of hydroponic solutions is the availability of the iron (Fe+2 or Fe+3) ions.
Five ways to increase your seed germination rates When you start plants from seeds one of the most important things you want to achieve is a very high and fast germination rate.
Salicylic acid and its positive effect in hydroponics Salicylic acid is a simple organic molecule with the structure showed above. Salicylic acid and its positive effect in hydroponics
Is ortho-silicic acid worth the additional expense in hydroponics? Silicon is all the rage right now and different silicon product manufacturers are racing to produce commercial products that contain more and more biologically
How to prevent problems with powdery mildew in hydroponic crops One of the worst problems you can get in a hydroponic crop is mildew. Year after year I see growers lose significant amounts of production due to this disease
Five important things to consider when doing foliar spraying Foliar spraying is a true and tested way to increase yields and prevent issues in plant culture. Both soil and hydroponic growers have used foliar fertilizer
How to Grow a Pineapple Indoors Most gardeners have left pineapple growing to the experts. A few rogue gardeners out there know just how very easy it is to grow a pineapple at home
How to Plant and Harvest Lavender For centuries, lavender (Lavendula) has been prized for its beauty, medicinal value and aromatic scent. The ancient Romans used lavender in their baths.
How to Control Ants in Your Garden Naturally and Safely The ants in your garden aerate the soil, eat the eggs and larvae of insect pests, and pollinate certain flowers.
Make Your Own Seed Capillary Mat: Self Watering Trays Once you’ve planted your seeds indoors, they need just the right amount of water to germinate and mature. Capillary mats, also called self watering trays
A Beginner's Guide to Hydroponics The first step to setting up your first hydroponic garden is selecting a system that best fits your needs.
15 of the Best Common Organic Fertilizers Understanding the common organic fertilizers available is as simple as knowing what each offers your soil and how “available” (easily accessed) those offerings
What You Need to Know About the Bee Balm Plant Bee balm, which is also known as Oswego tea, horsemint and bergamot, is a versatile perennial plant that can add color and beauty to any garden.
Best Patio Tomato Varieties If you only have room to grow a few plants in containers, it is important to choose those plants wisely. Tomatoes are a great choice for patio gardens.
How to grow a three sisters garden A three sisters garden consists of corn, beans and some type of gourd ( squash, pumpkin, melon) that are interplanted
The three sisters: corn, beans and squash Corn, beans, and squash are called the “three sisters.” Native Americans always inter-planted this trio because they thrive together
Cherry: Berry or Fruit? If the question of whether a cherry is a fruit or a berry is keeping you up at night, you’ve come to the right place.