The title to this article may sound counter intuitive since growing medias are sold as “sterilized” media. But once you realize that microbes are eve
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There have been times in my life when I have known that what I am doing is truly the right thing. Times when my actions needed no affirmation fro
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Vertical hydroponic growing systems have been in wide use for a number of years, enabling the growing of plants in small spaces. Such a growing s
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Think of your dendrobium as having two homes; the big one, which is either your house, garden or greenhouse, where the environment must be contro
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Before you go shopping for new orchids, take some time to become familiar with some guidelines that help ensure you will get a healthy orchid tha
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As a natural result of importing more than we export the United States takes in far more shipping containers than we fill. The imbalance leaves o
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In chemistry, the pH (potential hydrogen) scale is used to measure the concentration of hydrogen ions. The pH scale is used in horticulture to de
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I have found orchids to be an addicting plant. An orchid grower is one of the most passionate and dedicated of all plant growers. After you see a
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When the cold winter wind howls outside and our gardens are fast asleep, gardeners may still crave crisp, fresh greens. You can satisfy those cra
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Fertilizers are a key part of the growing process. Plants need nutrients, and the nutrients you provide impact everything from bloom density to total
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