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Why Soilless Growing? For millions of years plants have grown in the dirt, where water travelling into their roots carried nutrients from the soil into the plant. Simple enough. In nature, this is a perfect proposition and a closed system. In practice, however, it can be a little more complicated than that for greenhouses and growers. The cost of soil and the risks it entails (disease propaga...

Proper greenhouse temperature management requires a greenhouse heating system to ensure optimal plant growth during colder months. Greenhouse heating costs will depend on the size, glazing material, and location of your greenhouse. For most growers, greenhouse heating can be a significant expense.   We look into a few affordable and eco-friendly solutions for heating a greenhouse. B...

Greenhouse plants and crops depend on certain ideal conditions for optimal growth and maximum harvest. One important factor is temperature. You may be wondering what temperature is too hot for a greenhouse. The ideal greenhouse temperature for plant growth is between 21 to 27 C or 70 to 80 °F. Temperatures above or below this range can stress the plant and slow down photosynthesis pr...

The cannabis industry can be a lucrative business, but setting up a commercial grow room can mean a sizable initial investment. It also entails technical knowhow in designing a controlled environment to ensure healthy crops and optimal yields. Here are some tips to make sure your cannabis cultivation turns a high profit. 1. Be intentional with your cultivation facility design The cornerst...

A well-run commercial greenhouse is essential to help growers maintain healthy crops, improve yield, and protect plants from extreme weather conditions. Every greenhouse relies on four important elements for optimal plant growth. These are air, water, light, and temperature. While they are all crucial for plant development, in this blog, we investigate factors to consider when building a...