Plant Help
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Basil is one of the most rewarding plants to plant as it grows massive volumes of delicious leafy goodness. Here are a few little things you should know that will help you grow the healthiest basil! Basil grows quite slowly from seed and is often dwarfed by other seedlings in the first 3-4 weeks...
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Having troubles germinating seeds in winter?
Even in temperate climates, the cold winter climate can really impact the growth of your plants. The affects all stages of growth, however, it has the biggest impact on plants during germination. The best ways to boost your seeds chances of germinating are; Keep them warm- seeds are less likely ... -
How does hydroponics grow without soil?
Plants require a few things to survive; Nutrients - Soil simply holds the nutrients that plants need to grow. If you wash out the nutrients from the soil, then it becomes no more useful for growth than concrete. This is, in fact, an issue with modern agriculture as short-sighted crop rotation an... -
It is often quite tricky to spot the difference between an unhealthy plant and an awkward teenage plant. Sometimes you may think your plant is growing poorly, when in reality its doing just fine! Here are a few tricks to help you diagnose your plant and ways to treat these issues; Yellowing leav...
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I kill every plant, will I be able to keep these alive?
Yes! There are heaps of reasons why growing in a hydroponic smart garden is easy and hassle-free! Plants like stable conditions, growing indoors means there are no major temperature, wind, or light intensity fluctuations. Plants grown indoors are safe from common garden and soil pests The nutrie... -
This varies from plant to plant and the temperature of your house. On average you will see some sort of germination between 3 and 7 days. But please lookup your plants expected germination time for more specific results. Check out this handy table for a good reference of where to start! | Plant...
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Should I feed plants differently in summer and winter?
Plant growth is intricately linked to seasonal changes, with each season bringing its own set of challenges and requirements. Summer is a time of active growth for the majority of plants, thanks to the warmer weather that promotes photosynthesis and nutrient uptake. During this period, plants req... -
Why is my growth medium mouldy?
Preventing and Managing Mold in Your Smart Garden If you are a proud owner of a Gathera Indoor Smart Garden, you may have encountered the issue of mold growth in your hydroponic setup. The liklihood is low, we estimate around 4% of customers may have experiences with mold, and usually it is due ...