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March 1, 2019Alex Grady

7 Ways to Save Energy in your Grow Room

Want to save energy & money without losing yield? Here’s how to cut running costs and get better results in your grow room.

February 22, 2019Alex Grady

Light Leaks: Why do they Matter?

You don’t need us to tell you how important your light cycle is. Your light cycle affects the way plants grow. It signals to plants to start fruiting or flowering....

February 14, 2019Alex Grady

AutoPot – Save Time & Money [Q & A]

Want to save time, energy and boost your yield? There’s only one system for it – an AutoPot System.

February 8, 2019Alex Grady

Get a Greener Grow - Emerald Harvest Q&A

It was first started in 2014 and has been winning over growers across the US since…we’re talking about Emerald Harvest. What’s the range about? When and how should you use...

January 25, 2019Alex Grady

CO2 Tutorial - How to Add CO2 to a Grow Room

Plants need CO2 like we need oxygen. Fact. CO2 + H2O + light = photosynthesis Without carbon dioxide, plants can’t photosynthesise. In fact, if your CO2 level drops below 200ppm,...

November 30, 2018Alex Grady

AirComfort Wireless Sensor…In-App Demo! [VIDEO]

Monitor your temperature & humidity via any iOS or Android mobile app – the AirComfort sensor is here. It’s a 2-in-1 thermometer and hygrometer that brings smart technology to your...

November 9, 2018Alex Grady 1 comment

6 Ways to Keep your Greenhouse Warm in Winter

Don’t let outdoor plants freeze this winter – keep them alive indoors. Last week we explained how to do it in a loft. Here’s how to do it for a...

November 2, 2018Alex Grady

9 Tricks for Growing in the Loft or Attic

Thinking of growing in a loft or attic? The good news is it can be done. You just need to make a few smart choices. Here are 9 tricks to...

October 19, 2018Alex Grady

[Q&A] Get a Frosty Finish – How Winter Frost Works

Want to ripen to the Max? You've got to try Winter Frost. It restarts ripening after plants have already reached their peak. How does it work? When do you use...

October 12, 2018Alex Grady

LED vs. HPS Grow Lights - Cost Breakdown!

Everyone knows LED lights are cheap to run. But how cheap is cheap? Can you save money by using them? Actually, yes. We did the maths! You’ll save up to...

September 20, 2018Alex Grady

The Science Of SHOGUN Sumo Active Boost

SHOGUN Sumo Active Boost really packs a punch! It will never ferment, froth or leave residue in your tank or system. There's no chance of it blocking pumps, pipes or...

September 14, 2018Alex Grady

[BAY6 Tent Tutorial!] The Run Down

You've gotta love a BAY6 tent - they're by far our bestselling ones! Are they right for you? Is the build up to scratch? Here's a run down of the...

August 17, 2018Alex Grady

Humidity Rising? How to Dry Up!

What are AutoPots? How do AutoPot systems work? Jason has joined us to talk us through his bestselling systems.

August 10, 2018Alex Grady

[Q&A] Grow It Like the Dutch!

DLI fixtures aren’t just for Dutch greenhouses! The people from Dutch Lighting Innovations have released a pioneering new fixture. One that’s space saving, efficient and prevents hot spots in your...

July 27, 2018Alex Grady

[Hot Weather Alert!!] Easy Ways to Beat the Heat

It's that time of year again. Temperatures spike and grow rooms overheat. If your grow room's getting too hot, here's what you can do.

June 28, 2018Alex Grady

LED Test: Hot or Not?

In summer, heat can really dent your yield. Plants stretch...flowers set differently...growth is slow. And that's after you've dimmed or removed a light. Imagine how much light and yield you're...

June 14, 2018Alex Grady 1 comment

Calcium & Magnesium – the Bond is Strong!

When it comes to nutrients, N, P & K love the limelight! It’s easy to overlook calcium and magnesium. Don’t do this – they’re both macro nutrients. Without them, plants...

May 10, 2018Alex Grady

[Q & A] Find Your Pot of Gold

Paul Wyn from Gold Label is no stranger to media and nutrients. He kindly agreed to tell us the story behind Gold Label's nutrients and media. Here's what he had...

April 27, 2018Alex Grady

LEDs – The Good, The Bad, The Awesome

LED’s have really taken a leap! But how do you sort the good from the bad? When’s the right time to use them? Here’s what you need to know.

January 20, 2018Alex Grady

[Need For Speed] Top Picks for Fan Controllers

Still running fans at full speed, all the time? Don't do that - you get dips and spikes in your grow room temperature. To maintain a contant climate, you need...

January 12, 2018Alex Grady

The Miracle of Microbes!

It’s easy to fear microbes. With the threat of bud rot, root rot and powdery mildew, it’s tempting to just sterilise everything! Don’t do that! Here's why. Plants have evolved...

December 8, 2017Alex Grady

What’s Wrong with this Picture?

What's wrong with this picture? Absolutely nothing. But we can do better! Only a few simple changes would transform this set-up into a growing machine!

December 1, 2017Alex Grady

Mammoth P - 16% Extra Yield!? [Q&A]

Ever heard of MAMMOTH P®? It’s 100% organic, biodegradable and has increased yield by up to 16%! How? The magic’s in the microbes! And Colin from Growcentia has joined us...

November 17, 2017Alex Grady

Harvest Time! A Quick & Easy Guide

Ready to harvest? It’s not as simple as plucking off your produce. The way you harvest can have a big impact on your final yield.

November 10, 2017Alex Grady

Get a King Size Crop with Multi-Ducts!

Multi-Ducts are in BIG demand right now! Large scale growers love them. Here’s why.

November 3, 2017Alex Grady

[Q&A] Adjust-A-Wings! How to Raise your Game

Anyone can tell you Adjust-A-Wings are good! But how and why did they happen? Founder and creator Paul's here to tell the story behind his award-winning reflectors.

October 6, 2017Alex Grady

Low Stress Training: Are your Plants in Shape?

The shape of your plants is super important. It can turn a humble harvest into a bumper crop. Want to get plants in shape? All it takes is a little...

September 22, 2017Alex Grady

Soil Vs. Coco Vs. Hydro…Which Is Best?

Trying to pick a growing method? Sorry folks, there’s no quick answer here. It all comes down to what suits you and your growing space. Here are the pros and...

July 26, 2017Alex Grady

RhizoOrigin! The In’s & Out’s

Don’t hand water! For fuss-free feeding and unstoppable roots, get your hands on a RhizoOrigin. They’re easy to use with almost all growing media...here’s how you get the best from...

July 15, 2017Alex Grady

Q&A! Ian Collins talks EC Fans

More and more growers are choosing to buy EC fans. But what are they? How do they work? Ian Collins from Global Air Supplies has kindly joined us today to...

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