How to Make a Moss Pole? Climbing houseplants need a moss pole to grow to their full potential. Once they attach to a moss pole, they mature quicker and develop bigger leaves and thicker stems. Making a moss pole is easy and a fun DIY project. I created many moss poles for my Monstera and …
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Many different houseplants look great in a home. One of the most popular types of houseplants in recent times is neon houseplants. These can make the inside of any house stand out from the rest due to their vibrant colors. There are quite a few varieties of neon houseplants. Here are 10 neon houseplants to …
Coco coir has become the go-to growing medium for use with hydroponic hobbyists and those who have traditionally used peat moss in their soil mix. According to Utah State University, the pH of coco coir is closed to 6 and it is quite high in K (potassium). When using coco coir, you will get the …
Unless they are in oxygen-rich water, plants in a hydroponic system can encounter a myriad of issues. Air stones supply oxygen to the roots and ensure that the nutrients are bubbled up to the roots according to Oklahoma State University. They’ll lose the ability to absorb nutrients, and in extreme situations, may even drown! A …
Lettuce is a popular crop for hydroponic systems. It is not only an easy crop to grow, by grows quickly and can provide you with large amounts of lettuce throughout the year. According to the University of Maryland, lettuce needs 40-80 days to maturity, depending on the variety. Growing lettuce for your hydroponic system takes …
I have found that there are quite a few different methods when it comes to growing plants. However, one method that is quite popular is using Rockwool in order to grow plants. This method is popular due to the fact that it is quite effective and I can use this method to grow a wide …
Hydroponics is the process of growing plants without soil. The University of Nevada states that “hydro” stands for water and “ponos” for labor. In the past couple of years, hydroponics has become a very popular method of creating a sustainable and productive growing resource with limited space. Seedlings are often grown in a seedling tray …
Root rot is a disorder that affects the roots of plants. There are two reasons for root rot: poor drainage and over-watered soil. Waterlogged conditions stop roots from taking in the oxygen they need to survive. When oxygen-deprived roots decay after death, the rot they leave behind might spread to healthy roots even after the …
Germination is the process of a plant growing from a seed into a seedling according to WVU Extension. A seed will contain everything that is needed to grow into a plant. Instead of growing seeds in the soil, you can also grow seeds into seedlings using hydroponics without any soil involved. One common practice is …
I am using Lechuza Pon now for more than 3 years. When I started caring for houseplants I started with regular potting soil which was a big mistake. A lot of tropical plants need a loose well-draining potting mix that consists of chunky bits such as perlite, pumice, orchid bark, and charcoal. After choosing the …