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The Higarden.cz blog offers practical advice, guides and news from the world of plant growing, hydroponics and gardening. Here you will find tips for beginners and experienced growers, product reviews, inspiration for indoor and outdoor growing, and the latest trends to help you achieve better results when growing at home and in the garden.
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List of articles
Problems at low temperatures and why it is better to avoid them at all costs
Winter is slowly knocking on the doors, which means just one thing for indoor growers – the heating season is beginning. Maintaining sufficiently high...
Calcium (Ca): Importance for Plants, Addressing Nutrient Deficiencies and Correct Fertilising
Plants affected by calcium deficiency may look similar to those scorched by fertilisers. They have dark green leaves, scorched edges and shoots that d...
Grow three plants outdoors: Part 10: Curing, storage and processing leftovers
We are done! After months of care and weeks of drying, we can finally enjoy the fragrant fruits of our labour. To keep the harvested flowers fresh for...
Supplementary lighting for lower flowers: How to choose LED lighting for under-canopy and inter-canopy applications
Lower-quality flowers from the lower parts of plants, nicknamed “popcorn”, can in some cases account for as much as a third of the harvest. This is be...
Potassium (K): Importance for Plants, Addressing Nutrient Deficiencies and Proper Fertilisation
Plants affected by potassium deficiency grow slowly and develop stunted leaves and underdeveloped fruit. Learn to recognise the first symptoms and act...
Grow Three Plants Outdoors: Part 9 – Harvesting and Drying
The outdoor season is slowly approaching its fragrant finale. During September and October, plants mature and it is gradually time to start monitoring...
The Outdoor Growing Season Is Ending … But Your Cultivation Doesn’t Have To!
Autumn has a bittersweet quality for growers. The outdoor harvest is approaching, and we will finally be able to enjoy the fruits of our labour. On th...
Phosphorus (P): Its Importance for Plants, Addressing Nutrient Deficiencies and Proper Fertilisation
Phosphorus deficiency causes leaves to die, slows growth and inhibits flowering in plants. Learn to recognise the first symptoms and take action in ti...
Grow Three Plants Outdoors: Part 8: How to Protect Plants from Rain and Mould
The second half of summer is the most exciting part of the year for outdoor growers, due to the unpredictable weather. In good years, when there is pl...
Nitrogen (N): Importance for Plants, Addressing Nutrient Deficiencies and Proper Fertilisation
Nitrogen deficiency causes yellowing leaves, slowed growth and, in severe cases, can kill plants. Learn to spot the first symptoms and take action in ...
Stop Making These 6 Mistakes and Get Rid of Mould on Your Plants
Every grower fears mould. It is difficult to defend against, and once plants are infected, you will never get rid of the disease completely. The good ...
Stretch: Why do plants stretch so quickly when switched to flowering, and how can you keep them under control
During the transition from the vegetative phase to flowering, plants go through a short period of rapid growth, which we call the “stretch”. During th...