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The scientific argument behind
hydroponic cultivation is intimately tied
to environmentalism and conservation.”
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Can Hydroponics Be Organic?
by Kent Gruetzmacher
There is much debate about whether or not hydroponics can be
considered organic when compared to soil growing. Kent Gruetzmacher
digs into this controversial topic and suggests some middle ground for
both sides to consider.
Beneficial Microbes
by Monica Mansfield
The unseen building blocks of healthy plants include billions of
beneficial microbes and, as gardeners, it helps to learn about these
microscopic entities and how to support them so they thrive in the soil
and work to give us a robust garden.