The greenhouse ventilation system plays a pivotal role in plant health and crop production. Many novice horticulturalists do not attribute slow growth, poor yields, or problems...
When I grow vegetables, my first inclination is to get good return on my investment of time, money and space. That means a high yield...
Last month I wrote about the importance of always monitoring the environment in your greenhouse, whether through wireless remote thermometers and/or more high tech digital devices....
Breakthroughs in LED plant lighting efficiency are opening the doors to new possibilities for growing fresh greens including using modern farming techniques inside shipping containers, semi-trailers,...
Everyone has heard of spring cleaning, but I prefer summer cleaning. Your greenhouse is always full of activity in spring and fall, then calm settles in...
It isn’t as frightening to repot an orchid as it may sound. However, it is also not as commonly necessary as you might think. You see, orchids...
Bringing plants indoors is a wonderful way to add natural appeal to any space. However taking care of potted plants can often be quite a challenge....
There are several types of hydroponic growing systems and 2 of them are passive hydroponics systems and container hydroponic systems. Each has advantages and disadvantages when...
Natural on the Label Doesn’t Always Mean Safe There is a perceived notion among the public that botanical pesticides (insecticides and/or miticides) or those derived from...
Blossom-end rot, referred to by its acronym BER, is a commonly occurring tomato fruit disorder that also can occur in other similar fruiting plants, such as...