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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April 12, 2012
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Introducing Rhizo-Pots!
The humble plant pot has always tended to be a starting point for beginners wanting to eventually move on to a more advanced growing system, a cheap option for those with tight budgets and an old favourite amongst traditional gardeners. However, this all looks set to change thanks to RhizoPots!
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April 10, 2012
New GroWell Store Coming Soon To Central Birmingham!
A lot has been going on behind the scenes here in recent weeks and this is as good as time any to reveal that we are currently working on bringing the GroWell experience to central Birmingham in the shape of a brand new shop!
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March 30, 2012
Easter Opening Times and Delivery Deadlines
Want to know when we'll be closed over Easter? Then find out here!
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March 26, 2012
Our Time At The Edible Garden Show
Last weekend saw the return of the Edible Garden Show at Stoneleigh, the UK's most prestigious horticultural venue. It repeatedly ranks amongst the top British gardening events and also represents the only one dedicated to the 'grow your own' revolution - which explains why GroWell made its first appearance this time round! With our wealth of indoor gardening knowledge, both seasoned and beginner growers seemed really keen and interested in the ability that hydroponics has to extend their season for producing fruit and vegetables. During the odd break we also enjoyed visiting many of the different stalls – take a look through our pictures!
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March 14, 2012
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How to make the most of your grow tent
Turning a grow tent into a multi-tiered home for clones and seedlings is well worth doing if you have a traditional garden or allotment because you can then start them off early indoors ready for the outdoor season. This little guide shows you how to use a tent to its full potential when you're propagating young plants.
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March 14, 2012
Expertise:
A Beginner’s Guide To cF Control
A mightily important factor you should always take into consideration during the creation of hydroponic nutrient solutions is that of feed strength. Using the cF method of measurement and regularly reviewing your water-to-nutrient ratio will help ensure plants can access everything they need, whenever they need it. Since the very mention of altering feed strengths often alienates new and inexperienced growers, we thought an all-encompassing guide on the subject would serve to clear up any possible confusion.
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March 14, 2012
GroWell at the Edible Garden Show
This weekend sees the return of the Edible Garden Show at Stoneleigh, the UK’s most prestigious horticultural venue. It has repeatedly been voted the top British gardening event and also represents the only one dedicated to the ‘grow your own’ revolution – which explains why GroWell plans on making a first time appearance! With our extensive indoor gardening knowledge we are hoping to help those attending the show get the most from plants by demonstrating how to extend their season using specialist propagation equipment. We will also be promoting the ability to set up a garden in all too easily dismissed areas and grow species not suited to the British climate.
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February 14, 2012
Expertise:
Switching to the flowering stage
Switching to the flowering phase is a seminal point in the growing cycle, as you finally move on from vegetative development to fruit production. Obviously there are several key changes that need to be made to the way you grow your plants during the last 8-16 weeks of a crop, most notably regarding lights on times and nutrients. Our expert grower Keith looks a little closer at the all-important process of switching to flowering, in both soil and hydro set ups. It’s a helpful starting point if you’re new to indoor gardening and a good refresher for more experienced members.
Posted in Expert Tips, Grow Diaries, Growing Tips, Hydro, Lighting, New Growers, Nutrients, Soil, Your First Grow by GroWell Team | Comments (5)
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February 13, 2012
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Saving plant genetics: taking cuttings
The third and final part in our Saving Plant Genetics trilogy explores the possibility of taking cuttings from an already flowering subject. This is notoriously difficult to do irrespective of your growing ability seeing as the plant has moved beyond producing new growth and now focuses energy supplies on fruit development – its own attempt at preserving genetics. But given the desperate nature of any last chance scenario you’re ever likely to face, we still recommend trying to take late cuttings and have put together a guide on the best method.
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February 10, 2012
Expertise:
A Beginner's Guide To pH Management
Each and every hydro grower has to learn how to correctly mix nutrient solutions. It is through this process that the ability to assert control over feeding regimes becomes possible – one of the main benefits associated with soilless gardening. The idea of adjusting pH can often seem quite daunting, so we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide that covers everything you need to know.
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