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Low-Fuss Systems

Summer is finally here, and with that comes holidays. An automatic system can save you from finding house sitters or organising your holiday around your garden.

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Our Top Low-Fuss Plants

We’ve got you covered with our top low-fuss indoor & outdoor plants – the perfect gift this festive season.

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CO2 - your secret weapon

Adding CO2 can seem mind-boggling. Don't worry, we've got you covered on how to do this - from the most basic CO2 additions to the technical controllers.

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The dos and don'ts of defol

Defoliation is a powerful tool in a grower's arsenal. Removing excess leaves helps manipulate the growth by increasing airflow and light penetration

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DWC Essentials

Deep Water Culture systems only require a few items and you’ll be away laughing. Below we have listed the DWC essentials.

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Your Guide To Companion Planting

With the spring planting season upon us, it seems the perfect time to talk about companion planting. What is companion planting? It is planting one plant with another to benefit both plants 

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What The Pot?

Air Pot, Fabric Pot or Plastic Pot?  Each type has its pros and cons, and each has its place in Hydroponics. Deciding which one to use is up to you, but hopefully, we can make your decision a little easier.

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The A-Z Of Essential Nutrients For Plants

I'm sure you've heard the phrase "Essential Plant Nutrients" before, but what does it mean? We've compiled a list of the essential plant nutrients and what makes them essential.

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Top Tips For Propagation

If you are propagating this spring, follow our tips, and you'll be a successful plant parent!

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Switching To Bloom?

Plants begin flowering when they get at least 12 hours of uninterrupted darkness. But how do you know when its time to switch?

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Nutrient Parts - 1,2 or 3?

2-part, 1-part, 3-part, 100-part. All jokes aside; what is the difference between nutrients separated into different parts? In a nutshell, the more parts you have, the more control over feeding you have, but you also have more room for error.

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What is an NFT system?

The NFT system is an effective way to grow your plants hydroponically whether you are an enthusiast or growing on a commercial scale.

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The New R Range By Lucius

The new R range by Lucius takes LEDs to the next level. Available in two options – a 6 Bar Flex 680w LED model, and a single bar model, available in 140w or 240w. Let’s take a closer look at the features that make this range so revolutionary.

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A Basic TrolMaster Guide

TrolMasters' range of controllers and sensors has revolutionized the way we grow. With controllers for irrigation, environment, and co2, TrolMaster has you covered.

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Do You Have A Phosphorus Deficiency?

Phosphorus (no, not the stone in Harry Potter), the P in NPK, is essential for all plant life; without phosphorus, your plants will suffer and not reach their full potential.

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