While not taken into account in many occasions, the temperature of the irrigation water (in case of using solid nutrients) or the nutrient solution (if liquid fertilizers are used) is a very important factor for proper development of the root ball and to get the most out of the plants during the growth and bloom
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Gardening Advice: Starting Seeds Under Fluorescent Lights
Q: Last spring I had lots of luck starting seed of coleus, impatiens, zinnias, marigolds, and vinca with just one fluorescent light. I want to add more this year, and I’d like to know which lights are best. – Kristin Fahey, Akron, Ohio A: Stick with ordinary fluorescent lights. They are readily available, reasonably priced,
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