by geekgardener | Microgreens
Microgreens are everywhere these days. You see them in the toppings, in the garnishes and hey also in your friend’s Instagram page. So what is so great about microgreens that makes everyone go gaga over it? The answer is very simple. More nutrition at...
by geekgardener | Hydroponics
TDS vs EC meter – Which one to buy? If you are a beginner in Hydroponics, it is certain, at some point, you would have had this question in your mind. Should I buy an EC meter or a TDS meter? While the users are split on which one is better, it is good to know...
by geekgardener | Hydroponics, seedstarting
Have you tried sowing lettuce seeds in a 100 cell propagation tray with exactly one seed per cell? if you did, you will know what I am talking about. It takes a lot of time to just sow one seed per cell, it is almost like meditation. Now scale it up to hundreds of...
by geekgardener | Hydroponics, Lettuce
What lettuce comes to your mind, when I say the word lettuce? Go on, take a minute. If you thought Iceberg lettuce, you aren’t alone. Iceberg is (or used to be) the defacto standard when it comes lettuce. Iceberg lettuce has its crunch but if you look beyond...
by geekgardener | Swiss Chard
Some of you are probably wondering “What is swiss chard”, let alone how to grow swiss chard. If you are, this article is definitely for you. Swiss chard is a cool season leafy green vegetable. It is not only one of the most popular vegetables along the Mediterranean...
