There are many options available when considering no-soil gardening. You can either consider a full hydroponics system or instead go for a semi-hydroponic option, Much will depend on your circumstances and/or what you are looking to…
Before you chuck your old potting soil in the trash, stop and think! There are many ways that you can reuse it in your garden. Whether you’re looking to create a new garden bed or add…
The predominant way in which a plant derives the nitrogen it needs is from its growing medium. In most cases this would be soil but even were you using alternative growing mediums nitrogen would be required…
Hydrophobic (water-repelling) soils are a common issue in many parts of the world and are notoriously difficult to treat and manage, as they tend to repel water and nutrients. However, there are simple steps you can…
If you are new to caring for indoor plants then it might at first thought seem obvious to use outdoor or garden soil for your planting. This, however, is generally a mistake as often outdoor soil…
If you looking for a way to keep your pot plants healthy and looking great and avoid common problems such as fungus gnats and overwatering then LECA balls (lightweight expandable clay aggregate) may be the answer…
LECA are small round clay balls or pebbles and are sometimes referred to as hydroton balls. These balls have become a popular soil alternative or substrate for potted and containerized plants and can be used in…
LECA is an acronym for lightweight expanded clay aggregate, which can also be referred to as hydroton stones or clay pebbles. They are balls/pebbles ranging in size from 0.3″ to 0.6″ and are made from clay…
Potting soil is a sterilized material made up of both organic and inorganic matter. It has few nutrients with a sterilization process eradicating seeds, pathogens, and fungi, but also removing beneficial microorganisms. It contains a percentage…
The ratio of soil to compost should be adjusted differently depending on the type of plant and the environment in which it is being grown, the nutrient levels in the compost, and the level of nutrients…
Peat is to be banned from sale in garden centres in a new drive by the Government to stop the decline and protect our natural surroundings. Peat is of particular importance because Peat bogs in the…