Gardening Guides

When it comes to house plant care, there are a few factors that are key: the plants you buy, light, watering schedule, temperature and good soil. Depending on what kind of conditions your indoor space has, some plants will thrive, while others will not. Choosing the correct types of plants that suit your indoor growing … Read more

How can I get started with container vegetable gardening? After choosing the vegetable(s) you want to grow, you can decide on container size and material. After that, you need to learn how to treat your plants properly and soon you can enjoy your own fresh vegetables! I have done multiple hours of research from reputable … Read more

What are the best vegetables to grow in pots and containers? Beans, beets, chard, sweet or hot peppers, kale, lettuce, onions, raddish, spinach, tomatoes, potatoes, squash, cucumber, arugula and eggplant are some of the best vegetables to grow in pots. I have done multiple hours of research from reputable sources [1,2,3]. Feel free to read … Read more

Container gardening is one of the easiest and quickest ways of getting started gardening. It works especially well for people living in apartments with little space to spare for plants. It can work just as well in patio areas, on balconies or in gardens with poor soil.

Hydroponics is an advanced form of farming that uses water and a liquid nutrient solution to feed the plants. Instead of soil, an inert growing medium is used. Depending on which system is used, the roots are exposed to this nutrient solution.

Does the LED grow light terminology confuse you? Below is a glossary to the most important terminology around LED grow lights. Système international d’unités (SI) units is the internationally recognized standard of measurement units for the different terms. Feel free to read more about the Best LED Grow Light Brands here. Table of Contents Light … Read more

If you want my advice, go with the Atreum Hydra-1000 or the Spider Farm SF Series. The HLG 100 V2 Rspec® is another great option, although slightly more expensive than the other two. More details in the summary section.

To summarize, choose what herbs you want to grow first. Then, buy some young herb plants at your local gardening store or grow from seed, get some high quality soil, some pots and start growing! Growing by a south or west facing window is ideal. Make sure the herb roots have enough space to grow and that the herbs are spaced apart to increase airflow. Water the herbs every two-three days. Use the finger test to figure out when to water.

Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are the big three primary nutrients. Secondary nutrients (calcium, magnesium and sulphur) and trace elements (iron, manganese, zinc, copper, boron, molybdenum and chlorine) are also crucial for healthy plant growth.