Archive for the ‘indoor gardening’ Category

How Spider Plants Can Flourish In Any Home

Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

It is always nice to go home to a house where genuine plants can be noticed. After working long hours in cramped air-conditioned room, it is nice to stay in a cozy living room with live green plants. The sweetest beginners plant is the spider plant, Some dwellings have them and they are the simplest to grow as they automatically produce ‘little’ spider plants for you to pick off and put in pots. The plants give a relaxing effect. They also make the air fresher. But unluckily not all homes have interior plants. The plant is so painless, that you can not fail to grow on successfully. Some people believe that spider plants are difficult to grow indoors because for one, plants grow sweetest in natural conditions.

Nevertheless, this is far from the truth. On That Point, are plants that are not high sustainment like spider plants. When you want to grow spider plants, all you need are some plastic pots, some potting compost, a tray to put the pots on and a frost-free, well-ventilated area where there is natural light – not direct sunlight. A spider plant is a good selection for a house plant. Spider plant is irresistible and easy to take care of. It is possible to over or under water them, still they are much more resilient than other plants. When given the basic care it deserves, they also have a very long life span.

Tropical House Plant Care – Fertilizing House Plants

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009

In order to survive, your houseplants need two kinds of nourishment. We discussed one of these, water, in Part II of this series. They also need minerals. When a plant is outdoors, it can usually get enough minerals from its surroundings all by itself. But houseplants need more attention – the nutrients available to them indoors must be provided by the gardener.

What are those numbers on the bag of fertilizer?

Fertilizers contain the key elements needed: Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K) in varying proportions. The numbers given on a bag of fertilizer show the relative amounts of these three elements. For example, an 18-6-12 fertilizer contains 18% N, 6% P2O5, and 12% K2O. Other elements are also necessary, but in much lower amounts.

How do I decide what proportions to use for my plants?

This of course depends on what type of plant you are fertilizing. It is very important not to give your plant too much or too little food. This is a decision that must be made for each individual plant. You should carefully read both the label that came with your plant if there is one, and the label on the bag of fertilizer. If you’re still not sure, ask the person at the plant store for advice.

Why You Should Power Your Hydroponic Room For Free With Magnetic Energy

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

No matter what you wish to grow, you are able to run your hydroponics system using magnetic energy. I would like to tell you about all the ways that you are able to benefit from this kind of energy and how it works for those that do not know. This article is all about how to power your hydroponic room for free with magnetic energy.

Of course the main reason why most people will want to use this energy is that you are able to run electrical items without any cost. This will allow you to keep any automated devices such as timers running constantly without having to worry when your next energy bill comes through, nor will you have to worry about having to maintain it, as it just keeps on going.

There is no need to attach it to any other energy supply, which is why it can be provided to you free of cost, many other kinds usually need certain timers or light seekers to get them going before they can provide you with the energy you want. With the magnetic energy this is not the case.

LED Grow Lights: Use What NASA Uses.

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

LED Grow lights are taking the indoor gardening world by storm, and it isn’t a wonder why. With an increase in efficiency, optimized color spectrums, less heat, and longer life cycles it is a wonder why everyone hasn’t switched already. But just how much of a difference are they really in comparison?

Energy Efficiency: How Much Electricity Does it Really Save?

Conventional grow lights tend to be quite expensive to operate. Most people have a preconceived notion that it is just a light bulb, so how much energy could it actually use? If you are using a Metal Halide or a High Pressure Sodium lighting system, you grow area requires about 25W per square foot. Most indoor gardens will range in size from 25 to 50 square feet, so looking at the latter number, this would equate to approximately 1250 watts of power to maintain the garden. To put this size into perspective, this is a garden approximately 5 feet by 10 feet, or half of a medium bedroom. In the USA, the average electricity cost was around 12 cents per kilowatt hour. That means, running your indoor gardening lighting system would cost around $750 per year to have the light on an average of 14 hours per day. This obviously starts to add up quite significantly in a short period of time. LED grow lights on the other hand will save as much as 75% of the electricity cost, or $550 per year.

Artificial Bonsai Trees: Enjoy the Elegance Without the Effort

Monday, November 2nd, 2009

People seem to enjoy faux indoor bonsai trees as much as the real ones. A number of folks like the idea of having a bonsai tree but are not interested in caring for it. This is a huge perk of fake bonsai trees – you get to have a say in the color and pose, without worrying about what the tree will end up looking like. This is why artificial bonsai trees are so great.

Many shops carry artificial trees today; you shouldn’t need to search high and low to find one that’s right for your space. A bonsai plant comes in a huge and gorgeous variety of species, sizes and colors. As the customer, you have a great deal of latitude in selecting the kind of tree you want along with the kind of growing environ. Another choice is to shop for artificial bonsai trees which feature flowers or fruit.

Metal is what most of the artificial bonsai trees are made of inside. To closely resemble the real tree’s feel, they are wrapped in preserved bark or clay. To make these small trees look more like the real thing, luna clay is one of the most realistic mediums utilized. This permits the owner to pick the pose of their artificial tree while still having a genuine feel to it.

Why You Need A Greenhouse For Your Hydroponic Garden

Thursday, January 15th, 2009

If you’re into hydroponic gardening, you might want to think about purchasing or building a greenhouse. Many people start off with some sort of homemade hydroponics setup in their basement or spare room. However, it’s a lot easier to manage all the conditions necessary for a thriving garden if it’s located in a greenhouse. It’s a lot easier to manage lighting conditions, air movement and temperature.

If you grow hydroponically inside your home, it’s not likely to be as good a setup as you can arrange in a greenhouse. A hydroponic greenhouse allows for better lighting and watering system setup. Most people don’t want their hydroponic gardening hobby to dominate their living space.

You need a lot of room in order to install the irrigation and lighting systems that are needed for hydroponic gardening. If you have a greenhouse, you can position these systems optimally with much more ease. When it comes to hydroponic gardens, this is particularly important, since the proper levels of light and water are critical.

Bonsai Trees: What You Need to Know

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008

Even though bonsai trees look so simple and effortless, they actually take a great deal of looking after. Bonsai gardening is an art form that was developed many hundreds of years ago. It originated in Asia and made its way around the world.

Beginners in the art of bonsai gardening need to learn a lot about bonsai tree care before they can produce a successful bonsai tree. It requires a considerable amount of time, effort and patience in order to create a bonsai tree.

The first, and probably the most important thing of all, is to ensure that you have fertile soil and the correct pots in which to successfully grow a bonsai tree. Making the right species selection is something else that you need to be fully aware of before you head out to purchase your bonsai. There are many kinds of bonsai trees, and some of them are more suitable for a beginner. Your best move is to select a tree that is hardy and requires the least amount of maintenance.