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We publish a blog post every week on Thursday. We cover a range of topics related to reptiles, fish, bio-active setups, and plants. Below you will find a wealth of information for your reading pleasure. Enjoy!

Are Sulcata Tortoise Owners Crazy? Well...Yes

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 21st 2019

Are Sulcata Tortoise Owners Crazy? Well...Yes

Big. Armored. Destructive. Does that sound like the description of a good pet?It’s more like the description of a kaiju. Yet many people are fanatic about their pet sulcata tortoise.In case you’re not familiar with this anima … read more >

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Why on Earth Would I Want to Put Pee in My Garden?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 14th 2019

Why on Earth Would I Want to Put Pee in My Garden?

Photo by Benjamin VorosDoing what’s best for your garden takes sacrifices, amiright?And sometimes that means forsaking public decency in order to nourish those crops.It’s not that you like peeing on plants. It’s that you’re d … read more >

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How to Be Cool at a Reptile Show

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 7th 2019

How to Be Cool at a Reptile Show

Going to reptile and amphibian shows is one of the best parts of being a herp enthusiast. You get to see all the animals, and you can hang out with other people who share your interest.You may have noticed that it’s hard to f … read more >

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How to Use Coco Coir with Potted Plants

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 31st 2019

How to Use Coco Coir with Potted Plants

Photo by Patrick PerkinsIf you’re reading this, I’m going to assume that you already know what coco coir is. And if you don’t, head on over to our beginner article on types of growing media to find out.If you’re already using … read more >

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How to Know if Two Reptile Species Can Live Together

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 24th 2019

How to Know if Two Reptile Species Can Live Together

Photo by Pierre BaminDeciding whether to live together. It’s a big deal. Even for exotic pets.If you’re planning to play matchmaker with two different species of reptile, you’ll need to do some research to determine whether t … read more >

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Growing with Soil? You Don't Have to Replace It Every Season

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 17th 2019

Growing with Soil? You Don't Have to Replace It Every Season

Photo courtesy of rawpixelContainer gardening is pretty easy to make work. You can keep potted plants or make raised garden beds to help isolate the area where you’ll be growing and better control the soil quality. And s … read more >

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How to Choose a Healthy Exotic Pet

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 10th 2019

How to Choose a Healthy Exotic Pet

LThere are few aspects of pet ownership more disappointing than bringing home a new pet from a shop only to discover that it’s already in poor health and doesn’t live long after arrival. That’s not exactly an ideal experience … read more >

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Save Garden Time with Crop Planning

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 3rd 2019

Save Garden Time with Crop Planning

Photo courtesy of Agence Producteurs Locaux Damien KühnWe talked recently about how setting a morning grow room routine can really help you to save time and make sure your plants are all healthy before you head off to start t … read more >

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Looking for a Family Trip? You Should Visit Snake Road

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 27th 2018

Looking for a Family Trip? You Should Visit Snake Road

Have you tried herping in your back yard and been disappointed at the lack of finds? What if I told you there’s a herp hideaway right here in the midwest? And you can take your family there for a fun day of snake scouting.Tha … read more >

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You're Not Using Tap Water in Your Hydroponic Reservoir, Right?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 20th 2018

You're Not Using Tap Water in Your Hydroponic Reservoir, Right?

Photo by Jong MarshesOkay so, if you’ve ever had a potted houseplant, most of us just add a bit of tap water and the occasional fertilizer to keep those things going, right? Simple. So it makes sense that when you upgrade to … read more >

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Roundup of Events Going On at Tye-Dyed

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 13th 2018

Roundup of Events Going On at Tye-Dyed

Are you looking for something for your kids to do in the Fairview Heights area? We've got several events planned at The Tye-Dyed Iguana this month and next month. And the good news is that they're all indoors. No need to stan … read more >

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A Quick Morning Grow Room Routine to Make Sure Your Plants Are Set Before You Leave for Work

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 6th 2018

A Quick Morning Grow Room Routine to Make Sure Your Plants Are Set Before You Leave for Work

Photo by Marra Sherrier“The best fertilizer is the gardener’s shadow.” It’s a common saying among gardeners and attributed to a Chinese proverb.And it’s true. One of the most important things you can do for your garden is sim … read more >

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