Maximum Yield USA 2014 March | Page 14

FROM THE EDITOR | Linda Jesson You will often hear gardeners say, “Oh, I’m just lucky!” after an impressive crop, but we know that it takes a lot more than luck to produce healthy plants. That is why we have filled this March issue with a wide variety of how-to articles that will help you depend more on expertise than luck with your next crop. From a back-to-basics look at two different hydroponic systems—ebb and flow and aeroponics—to using coffee grounds in the garden, this issue is full of ideas to inspire you going into the next season in your garden. For those looking to try something new, we've got a comprehensive feature on growing hydroponic microgreens, a trend that is rapidly from the spreading worldwide. If you raise chickens in your backyard or are thinking about it, be sure to check out the step-by-step guide to growing fodder for your birds. And we didn't forget Linda Jesson about those of you living in small spaces such as apartments, condominiums and row houses! Chris Bond has got some ideas to help those living in even the tighte 7B76W2w&