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Hydroponics & Gardening

Indoor Tomatillo Growing: My Hydroponic Adventure with Tower Garden

Thinking of growing tomatillos indoors? Before you dive in, learn from my hydroponic adventure with Tower Garden! 🌱 From managing space and rapid growth to dealing with pests like spider mites, I share the real challenges and key considerations you need to know. Discover the pros and cons of indoor tomatillo growing, and decide if it’s the right choice for your garden goals. Plus, join our Garden Geek Grub Green Growers Guild community for more tips and exclusive content. Whether you’re looking for quick harvests or unique varieties, make an informed choice with my firsthand insights!

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by Jay Newcombe4 months ago4 months ago

Top 10 Indoor Hydroponic Herb Gardens for 2024: Grow Fresh Herbs Year-Round

Explore the best indoor hydroponic herb gardens for 2024. From beginner setups to customizable systems, discover top picks for growing fresh herbs indoors year-round.

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by Jay Newcombe5 months ago3 months ago

Golden Tomatillo Growing Guide

Discover how to grow golden tomatillos in your garden, hydroponic system, or aeroponic Tower Garden. This guide covers planting, care, and harvesting tips, highlighting the benefits of Tower Gardens. Perfect for adding tangy flavor to your dishes, golden tomatillos are a vibrant addition to any garden.

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by Jay Newcombe5 months ago5 months ago

Growing Bush Peas: A Complete Guide for Home Gardeners

Discover how to grow bush peas successfully with our comprehensive guide! Learn about the best growing conditions, propagation techniques, and care tips for both hydroponic and soil gardening. Whether you’re gardening indoors or outdoors, our expert advice will help you achieve a bountiful harvest of sweet, crisp peas. Explore companion planting, pest management, and delicious recipes to make the most of your bush pea crop. Ideal for gardeners in USDA zones 3-9, bush peas are a nutritious and rewarding addition to any garden.

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by Jay Newcombe6 months ago6 months ago

How to Grow Squash: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you looking to add a versatile and rewarding vegetable to your garden or hydroponic system? Look no further than squash! With types ranging from zucchini to butternut, squash offers a bounty of flavors and textures to enhance your meals. This guide provides everything you need to know about cultivating both summer and winter squash, including growing conditions, propagation, and harvesting tips. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a first-time grower, squash is a relatively easy vegetable to grow with proper care. Start your own squash garden today and enjoy a continuous supply of fresh, nutritious vegetables all season long!

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by Jay Newcombe6 months ago6 months ago

How To Grow Zucchini – Garden Geek Style

Looking for a versatile vegetable that’s easy to grow and produces a bountiful harvest? Look no further than zucchini! Whether you like it grilled, baked, or transformed into “zoodles,” zucchini is delicious and nutritious. With this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about growing zucchini, including the ideal growing conditions, propagation methods, pest and disease management, and companion planting. Plus, we’ll even cover how to grow zucchini hydroponically for those looking to take their gardening to the next level. So dive in and start growing your own zucchini Garden Geek style!

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Albion Everbearing Strawberries growing in a vertical hydroponic tower with bright red berries and lush green foliage.

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by Jay Newcombe6 months ago6 months ago

Albion Everbearing Strawberry Growing Guide

Who doesn’t love fresh, sweet strawberries? Imagine growing your very own Albion Everbearing Strawberries, a variety that produces fruit throughout the growing season. With their vibrant red color and juicy texture, these strawberries are a delight to harvest and enjoy in salads, desserts, smoothies, and more! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, you can easily cultivate these strawberries in a hydroponic system, indoor containers, or an outdoor garden. Learn everything you need to know to get started, including how to propagate, the best growing conditions, companion planting tips, harvest and storage techniques, and delicious recipe ideas.

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A funny cartoon strawberry character named Berry Bot. Berry Bot has a plump red body with yellow seeds, large expressive eyes with magnifying glasses, and a leafy green cap with antennas. He is wearing a white lab coat and holding a magnifying glass over a strawberry sprout. The scene includes a high-tech DIY garden with a hydroponic setup made from repurposed tech gear and a whiteboard with equations titled ‘Strawberry Growth Formula 101.’ The style is whimsical and colorful.

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by Jay Newcombe6 months ago6 months ago

Growing Strawberries from Seeds: An Indoor Starting Guide

Growing strawberries from seeds can be a rewarding challenge for gardeners looking to start their plants from scratch. While most gardeners prefer to use runners or seedlings, starting strawberries from seeds allows you to explore unique varieties and enjoy the entire growth journey from seed to berry. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the […]

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by Jay Newcombe6 months ago6 months ago

Father’s Day: Family, Gardening Chores, and a New Adventure

Today is a mix of excitement and chores for John and me. It’s Father’s Day, and we’re looking forward to a wonderful family gathering this evening with John’s dad. But first, we have some essential garden work to tackle. This post may contain affiliate links which means I may receive a commission for purchases made […]

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Cartoon image of a dad in a garden wearing a 'Super Dad' superhero cape, holding a mini chainsaw and a rake. He's surrounded by happy, cartoonish plants and vegetables. A garden kneeler and tool set are nearby, and one of the plants is giving a thumbs-up. In the background, a garden shed has a sign that says 'Dad's Garden HQ'. The scene is colorful and playful, highlighting the joy of gardening.

by Jay Newcombe7 months ago6 months ago

Great Last-Minute Garden-Related Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re still scrambling for the perfect gift, look no further! At GardenGeekGrub, our team has done the heavy lifting for you. We’ve researched, read countless reviews, and scoured the web to find top-notch garden-related gifts that will help any dad level up his gardening game. Here’s […]

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