The air-water balance in substrates: why roots need air
Roots need oxygen just as much as water. Here is how raw materials, fraction, pot size and irrigation determine the balance in your substrate.
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Practical know-how on substrates, water, nutrition and packaging. Written for day-to-day practice, without the sales talk.
Knowledge base
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Peat-free and peat-reduced growing: what changes in practice?
Less peat means different raw materials and a different approach to water and nutrition. What to look out for when switching to peat-reduced or peat-free.
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pH and EC in substrates: understanding, measuring and adjusting
What pH and EC tell you about your substrate, how to measure them reliably and which levers you have to adjust them.
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Fine or coarse coir: which coir suits your substrate?
Fine coir holds water, coarse coir brings air and structure. How to choose and combine the right coir for your crop.
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Loose bulk, big bag, big bale, crate or bag: which packaging suits your business?
Loose bulk, big bag, big bale, crate or bag: the right packaging makes a difference in price, storage and handling. A guide to choosing for your business.
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