This is the first article of a two-part series that aims to take a closer look at lamps, considering aspects such as design specifications, maximum achievable coverage of light and tips for usage. Right now though the focus starts with recommended hanging heights of High Intensity Discharge lamps (think SOLAAR, Grolux, Sodium Lamps, Metal Halide Lamps, etc) and Fluorescent Lamps (e.g T5HO Sunblasters and Eco-Lights). Hopefully this should prove to be of use, as it is something that you need to consider throughout an entire crop!
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April 9, 2013
Expertise:
A Lesson In Lamps: Hanging Heights
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October 14, 2011
Expertise:
The neem tree and its impact on indoor gardening
Neem-based pest repellants are nothing new in the world of indoor gardening but they remain an effective way of establishing a protective barrier between your plants and troublesome bugs. This completely natural, fast acting form of defence has an interesting and unusual history that is briefly touched upon here before more closely examining its unique and totally devastating impact upon insect invaders.
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May 10, 2013
A Lesson In Lamps: Model Specs, Coverage Areas, Light Cycles, Top Tips And More
Aside from being able to accurately judge the right height to suspend a light above your plants for best possible results, there are several other important factors to consider regarding lamps. Looking at the space you have to use is a good starting point, since it should help you steer clear of selecting a product that generates a level of power and heat beyond your requirements. The second article of our Lesson In Lamps series aims to establish some basic guidelines for purchasing a lamp by reviewing the issue of available grow area as well as all the need-to-know info concerning our wide range of models. It’s definitely a class worth taking!
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May 1, 2013
Bank Holiday Monday at GroWell
Details of Bank Holiday Monday opening times and delivery deadlines at GroWell.
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April 15, 2013
GroWell Bristol to Open on Monday the 22nd of April!
Construction work at GroWell Bristol has progressed rather rapidly to say the least - in fact the store will now be ready to welcome visitors a whole week earlier than originally planned! Details of the address and opening times are available in this latest update - we hope to catch up with you soon!
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April 12, 2013
Expertise:
What is the Oxy-Dripper/Brummie Bubbler?
History is littered with numerous examples of great innovations that have resulted from combining the features of two or more existing products. Just look at smart phones – in addition to being used for calls they operate as internet browsers, gaming devices, cameras and so on! We’re not saying the Oxy-Dripper/Brummie Bubbler will change your world quite like the aforementioned technology, but by utilising a bubbler to promote explosive growth alongside a drip ring for good initial development and added security in terms of distributing feeds, this exciting creation can help you achieve some seriously prolific results! Our very own growing experts love growing plants with the system and are keen for you to get the best out of it – check out their advice on how to set one up!
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April 9, 2013
Expertise:
A Lesson In Lamps: Hanging Heights
This is the first article of a two-part series that aims to take a closer look at lamps, considering aspects such as design specifications, maximum achievable coverage of light and tips for usage. Right now though the focus starts with recommended hanging heights of High Intensity Discharge lamps (think SOLAAR, Grolux, Sodium Lamps, Metal Halide Lamps, etc) and Fluorescent Lamps (e.g T5HO Sunblasters and Eco-Lights). Hopefully this should prove to be of use, as it is something that you need to consider throughout an entire crop!
Posted in Buyers Guides, Equipment, Expert Tips, Grow Lights, Grow Lights, Instructions, Lighting, New Growers by GroWell Team | Comments (2)
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April 2, 2013
We're Bound For Bristol - New GroWell Store Opening Soon In The South West
The Zoo, the Clifton Suspension Bridge and the SS Great Britain – all famous landmarks in Bristol that are about to be joined by the Southwest of England’s biggest and best grow store! That’s right, we’re on our way!
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March 14, 2013
Expertise:
Aeration for the Nation
In this article we outline the benefits of aerating your nutrient solution and show you just how easy it is to increase the oxygen supply at root level.
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March 13, 2013
Expertise:
Food For Thought – Primary Macronutrients NPK
After outlining the importance of knowing a little bit about what goes into your plants when you concoct nutrient solutions), the next step is to take a closer look at the impact of certain elements on growth and development. Reviewing the back of bottled nutrients and boosters – which you should always do to get an idea of how to use the product – reveals a list of all the contents, the percentage of each one inside and more often than not the NPK ratio/value. This last point refers to the primary macronutrients Nitrogen (N), Phosphorous (P) and Potassium (K), needed by plants in larger quantities compared to everything else. Find out how these are used by plants, the effects of undersupply and oversupply and what you can do to ensure your crop stays healthy.
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February 14, 2013
Expertise:
Food for Thought - A Brief Insight Into Plant Nutrition
When you regularly feed your plants with a well-balanced mix of much needed mineral salts and essential elements, you fuel the fire for ongoing development and accelerated growth. Understandably then it pays to know a bit about plant nutrition and the effects that over- and under-supply of certain items has on appearance and internal processes. After all, you wouldn’t want to eat something that delivers little to no benefit – or even worse – causes problems as a result of consumption. Your plants are exactly the same! Watch their diet and read the introduction to our insightful series of articles on plant nutrition!
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February 14, 2013
Setting up a propagation room
Following on from last month’s article about the benefits of starting off your plants nice and early, this latest instalment aims to show you just how easy it is to create an enclosed propagation area using a small tent as the home for bulky propagators and bright lights.
Posted in Equipment, Expert Tips, New Growers, Setting Up, Your First Grow by GroWell Team | Comments (1)
