The Anthurium crystallinum, commonly known as Crystal Anthurium, is one of the most desired houseplants because of its velvety appearance, distinct leaf pattern, and air-purifying ability. But one problem stands as a real antagonist that can destroy all these promising characteristics—leaf browning. Generally, leaf browning in Anthurium crystallinum is caused by 1) too much sunlight,…
Leaf browning in Calathea musaica, also known as the network plant, could quickly destroy your perfectly designed indoor garden’s ambiance. With its defined mosaic-like pattern, any signs of browning or wilting are just simply unacceptable. So knowing the causes behind this is key to maintaining a beautiful garden! In general, Calathea musaica leaves turn brown…
Typically, Hydroponics uses different non-soil based growing mediums to act as support for plant growth. Just like you, I was once curious if I can also use soil since it is readily available. I tried it a few times. Some worked, some did not. Today, I will discuss my findings in this article. Generally, soil…
Have you ever wondered why electricians stake metal poles into the ground while working? Yes, your garden soil has electrical properties. However, does this apply to the potting soil of your potted plants? Potting soil can conduct electricity. This applies also to outdoor soil. However, the increased presence of water, dissolved mineral salts, organic matter,…
Choosing a good growing medium in microgreen production is one of the major aspects to think about and establish. When I ventured into growing microgreens, I was amazed that I can start with just a few materials. There are a bunch of options for growing mediums, but which one is best for microgreens? In general,…
Active hydroponic systems use air pumps to increase oxygen concentration in the form of bubbles. Like you, I also once wondered: How many bubbles is too much in a deep water culture (DWC) hydroponic system? Generally, providing too many bubbles in hydroponics is a concern since it can increase water temperature, dissolve hydroponic nutrients, and…