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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!

How to Boost Your Indoor Garden with Mycorrhizal Fungus

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 4th 2018

How to Boost Your Indoor Garden with Mycorrhizal Fungus

Maximizing growth is a constant concern for indoor gardeners. Fortunately, there are lots of different ways to boost plant growth and get better results, and you’ll learn one of them in this article--exposing your plants to m … read more >

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Types of Chameleons: Best Species for Pet Owners

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 28th 2017

Types of Chameleons: Best Species for Pet Owners

If you think all chameleons are the same, then you may be surprised to know that you’ve been misled. The truth is that there are several different types of chameleons commonly kept as exotic pets, and they each have dis … read more >

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Start a Pizza Garden (Plus a Recipe!)

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 21st 2017

Start a Pizza Garden (Plus a Recipe!)

Never underestimate the power of delicious food. If you’ve been struggling with your garden, a delicious recipe might be just the thing you need to get your motivation going again. So if you’ve been out of luck with the … read more >

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Should You Keep Your Aquatic Turtle Outdoors?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 14th 2017

Should You Keep Your Aquatic Turtle Outdoors?

Are you thinking about getting an aquatic turtle to keep in an outdoor pond? If so, you should consider what your reasons are for wanting your turtle outside. Creating an outdoor habitat that improves your turtles quality of … read more >

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8 Reasons Gardening Is for Everyone

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 7th 2017

8 Reasons Gardening Is for Everyone

If you’ve seen the movie Secret Window with Johnny Depp, then you know that gardening can be quite stress relieving. At least, Depp’s character, Mort Rainey, seems a lot happier with his little garden at the end. But stress r … read more >

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Safe Practices for Transporting Exotic Pets

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Nov 30th 2017

Safe Practices for Transporting Exotic Pets

Are you thinking about taking your herp with you over the holidays? Or maybe you just need to get it to a vet without hassle. You’ll be happy to know that the tips listed here work even if you’ve never transported your exotic … read more >

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Micronutrients for Indoor Gardens (Quick Guide)

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Nov 24th 2017

Micronutrients for Indoor Gardens (Quick Guide)

There must be a reason why some hydroponic growers get better yields than others. That is, if both growers have the same system, the same plants, and the same fertilizer schedule, why does one grower walk away with more to sh … read more >

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Safe Plants for Reptile Enclosures

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Nov 16th 2017

Safe Plants for Reptile Enclosures

Part of the fun in having a reptile for a pet is decorating their habitat, am I right? After all, many reptiles are better as display pets than interactive companions. For habitat décor, live plants look way better than the f … read more >

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Top 4 Plants for Purifying Indoor Air

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Nov 9th 2017

Top 4 Plants for Purifying Indoor Air

Hey all you indoor gardeners and hydroponics aficionados. Do you ever wonder what new plants to try out? As long as you’re cultivating indoors, you might as well nurture a few plants that will give some love back to you. Any … read more >

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Snake Adaptations: What Makes Snakes Uniquely Built

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Nov 2nd 2017

Snake Adaptations: What Makes Snakes Uniquely Built

Reptiles and amphibians are all pretty awesome pets. They’re certainly more unexpected than a dog or cat. And they have a huge range of features that make them fun to watch and exhibit. Take a look at some of the adapta … read more >

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EC Levels in Hydroponics: What You Need to Know

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Oct 27th 2017

EC Levels in Hydroponics: What You Need to Know

Managing electrical conductivity (or EC) levels is one of the fundamental skills required for running an efficient hydroponic setup. So what is EC level? Basically, any time you add fertilizer to your reservoir, you are ad … read more >

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4 Warning Signs Your Bearded Dragon Might Be Sick

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Oct 19th 2017

4 Warning Signs Your Bearded Dragon Might Be Sick

Bearded dragons are one of the easiest reptile pets to take care of, and because they tolerate handling, they’re one of the most enjoyable reptiles to interact with. But being the friendly lizard isn’t just good for providing … read more >

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