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Are LED Grow Lights Worth it?

by Jessica McKeil November 16, 2018

In an attempt to shed some light on both sides of the debate between HPS vs. LED for growing plants with artificial light, this is your go-to resource for the basics behind LED and HPS lights.

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The Truth About UV Light and Your Plants

by Jessica McKeil October 15, 2018

A quick and dirty review of the full UV light spectrum covering the benefits and risks of UVA, UVB, and UVC exposure for you and your plants.

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The Best Trimming Machines Reviewed in 2018

by Jessica McKeil September 23, 2018

The cannabis industry, perhaps more so than with other crops, is making technological leaps in innovation. From growing, to harvesting, to processi...

How to Dry Herbs Like Rosemary, Oregano, Basil, and Parsley

by Jessica McKeil August 23, 2018

Its peak season for harvesting fresh herbs in your garden. The rosemary, oregano, basil, and parsley are blooming, not to mention the other fine he...

Are Grow Lights Bad for Your Eyes?

by Jessica McKeil July 12, 2018

Spending long hours working under intense indoor grow room lighting can have long-term and damaging effects on your eyesight. Just because the l...

What is pH and Why Does it Rise?

by Christopher McDonald May 11, 2018

If you've grown hydroponically then you've probably noticed that when you initially set up your reservoir and adjust your pH levels they will sl...

How to Germinate a Seed

by Christopher McDonald March 30, 2018

There’s nothing more satisfying than watching a plant grow. But sometimes, getting started can be a real pain in the butt. We’re going to go over a...

The Basics Behind Vertical Farming in 2018

by Jessica McKiel August 07, 2017

Written by Jessica McKiel It’s true that a vertical garden set up remains relatively unknown and unexplored for indoor growers, but over ...

Why Your Friends Harvest Smells Like Hay

by Christopher McDonald June 22, 2017

We've all got that friend who spends tons of time and money on his grow just to screw it up in the end and have a harvest that smells like ha...

Battling Mold, it's a Buds Life!

by Christopher McDonald June 22, 2017

Let's talk preventative care. Early detection is critical when it comes to growing plants indoors. If you are new to indoor garden...

What's New at Happy Hydro?

by Christopher McDonald June 22, 2017

Hey Everyone! We just wanted to check in and give you an update on what's been going on at Happy Hydro. A lot ...