While there are many ways to expand our compressed grow cubes and bags, we have come up with a basic SOP that can be followed, both for beginners and large scale growers! Preparation Ensure a clean and sanitized workspace. Gather all materials needed for the expansion and planting process.  Unpacking Carefully remove HortGrow Grow Cubes from their packaging. Inspect the cubes for any damage...

  Coco coir differs from other substrates in many ways, but one big difference is the anion capacity. What does this mean for nitrogen levels in your nutrient solution? The overall level of nitrogen in your nutrient solution should be based on the plant's need for nitrogen, which is dictated by the amount of photon energy received by the leaves. Higher PPFD levels mean...

Supply Chain HortGrow owns and operates their own facility in India, ensuring quality assurance and having control of their own supply chain and availability of product. Local US inventory is kept in both California and New Jersey, ensuring continual availability and swift shipping, usually within 2 to 5 business days in most of North America. Industry Experience HortGrow’s founder has worked for large berry...

Why Does It Make the Ideal Growing Media? Coco Peat is not “peat” at all, but when processed into growing medium, is somewhat similar in appearance and function to “peat moss.” Peat moss is extracted from peat bogs that release billions of tons of greenhouse gasses per year, and take 1000’s of years to renew. Coco Peat is a sustainable, renewable resource that is...