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3rd, February, 2021
Standard Delivery Cost Cut
You asked, we delivered… We’ve dropped the price of our standard UK mainland delivery cost. What does this mean for you as a Future Garden customer? Easy: you pay less for the things you buy online. The number of parcels we send are increasing, as more people take advantage of the reduction in delivery costs! […]
4th, January, 2021
Deep Water Culture Hydroponic Systems (DWC)
Deep Water Culture Hydroponic Systems (DWC) Deep Water Culture hydroponic’s is is a style of hydroponic growing that does not use a medium. Instead, it uses aerated water, a container, lid, air pump and a net pot. An Oxypot DWC system has a net pot for the plant’s roots to hang from. The roots stretch […]
11th, December, 2020
New Product Range in Garden Centre Essentials
Future Garden are delighted to announce a new product range in our Garden Centre Essentials collection. Click the link and see what we have on offer for you today. We’re constantly monitoring in an effort to ensure we’re offering you the best price possible. As we edge to the end of December, it’s fair to […]
29th, October, 2020
SANlight Q-Series LED Range: Eco Setup vs Expert Setup
On their own, each of the SANlight 2nd generation Q-Series LED grow lights are a technical marvel. Utilising cutting edge technology they’ve achieved an astounding fixture efficiency of 2.55µmol/W. Apparently not content with aiming to dominate the market today, SANlight have built in future proofing which will allow the light modules to be upgraded as […]
5th, November, 2019
The Benefits of Coco Coir
What is Coco Coir? Coco Coir is a by-product of the coconut and is an organic, environmentally sustainable, hardy, inert substrate that is used as a medium to grow plants in. Coco Coir is manufactured using fibres from coconut shells. To create it, coconuts are cured allowing the husk’s pulp to decompose. The coconut fibre […]
8th, October, 2019
Top Tips for making the most out of Clay Pebbles
Derived from small pieces of clay processed at extremely high temperatures, expanded clay pebbles are very popular with those growing in hydroponic systems but can also be used in Coco or soil and offer numerous benefits when used properly. Garden tip: Clay pebbles are also known as “leca”. This is shorthand, from the name Hydroleca, […]
20th, August, 2019
Plant Nutrients, Deficiencies, and pH
Plants like humans need the correct ratios of vitamins, minerals, and elements to survive and thrive. Understanding the plant nutrients you’re feeding your plants, and knowing how to correct deficiencies and understanding the importance of pH in the role of nutrient availability, is key to making you a better grower. We’ve dedicated this blog to […]
21st, May, 2019
What is a Grow Tent?
Sometimes referred to as a “Grow Room” a grow tent is basically a convenient, portable enclosed frame that allows you to grow a variety of plants indoors. The frame is easily assembled from light, strong metal poles that slot together and are covered with a thick canvas outer layer. This sturdy durable material which is […]
30th, April, 2019
Best Grow Lights for Growing Plants
If you feel in the dark when it comes to choosing the best grow light for plants, you are not alone. Whether you are a new grower or a seasoned veteran, the market can be more than a little difficult to navigate and there are lots of factors to consider. Factors such as quality, your […]
25th, March, 2019
How to Set Up a Grow Tent and Grow Lights
Setting up your first grow environment can seem very daunting but honestly it does not have to be. Not if you equip yourself with the correct knowledge first and get educated. Here’s a quick beginners guide to get you heading in the right direction.
