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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!

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Aquaculture & Hydroponics for Urban Farming

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 12th 2019

Aquaculture & Hydroponics for Urban Farming

Aquaculture and Hydroponics Bring Fresher Food to Urban Areas Getting fresh food year-round has been a challenge of humanity for pretty much as long as humans have existed. But new methods of growing food and raising liv … read more >

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6 Surprising Facts About Succulents

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 18th 2019

6 Surprising Facts About Succulents

6 Things You Might Not Know about Succulents Even if You Already Own OnePhoto courtesy of Milada VigerovaSucculents are super popular right now, and it’s easy to see why. They’re fairly hardy and easy to care for. And as many … read more >

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Mythological Plants: Legends, Lore, and Exotic Species

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 20th 2019

Mythological Plants: Legends, Lore, and Exotic Species

Photo courtesy of Pedro Freitas I love a good story about mythological creatures. But mythological plants don’t get nearly as much attention. Remember the scene in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets when … read more >

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Herb Days at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 2nd 2019

Herb Days at the Missouri Botanical Garden

Photo courtesy of Jill Wellington Looking for herbs to grow in your indoor garden? Maybe you’re tired of the typical options like dill and mint (not that those aren’t delicious!). We get it. We get excited when … read more >

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Why Your Aquarium Plants Need Trace Elements

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 12th 2019

Why Your Aquarium Plants Need Trace Elements

One of the big advantages of growing plants in a fish aquarium is that the fish and plants each provide each other with health necessities.The fish waste contains nutrients plants can use to grow.But you can’t always count on … read more >

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The Ultimate List of Hydroponic Perennials

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 28th 2019

The Ultimate List of Hydroponic Perennials

A couple weeks ago we talked about growing perennial vegetables in a hydroponic garden. But growing perennials isn’t just about food production. Maybe you just enjoy tending the plants and seeing how long you can keep the sam … read more >

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Gardening Tips that Will Save You During an Apocalypse

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 28th 2019

Gardening Tips that Will Save You During an Apocalypse

Image from Mad Max: Fury Road copyright Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.So you think you can just “start a garden” if an emergency scenario arises?Oh ho ho. Think again.If you have no experience, gardening isn’t that easy. It … 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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Why Tap Water Hurts Your Hydroponic System

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 20th 2018

Why Tap Water Hurts Your Hydroponic System

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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6 Reasons to Add Silica to Your Hydroponic Garden

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Nov 21st 2018

6 Reasons to Add Silica to Your Hydroponic Garden

Do you know how much protein the average person needs daily for general health? About 55 grams (depending on your weight). With that amount of protein, your body can perform all the functions it needs to.But what happens when … read more >

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Low-Effort Garden Maintenance for Busy Growers

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Nov 8th 2018

Low-Effort Garden Maintenance for Busy Growers

Photo courtesy of Avi Naim Most of the time, gardening is like going to work. The more you show up, the more you succeed. But nobody wants their growing hobby to become like a job they’re chained to. The good news is you … read more >

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3 Ways to Get Kids Interested in Gardening

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Oct 11th 2018

3 Ways to Get Kids Interested in Gardening

There’s a good chance your child has almost no idea where their food comes from or the amount of work required to get it to their plate.It’s kind of shocking, isn’t it? That something so basic is a mystery to so many people. … read more >

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