Growing tips and advice

PrimeFLOW for Young Plants
23.1.2020 | Kate Smit Nedeljko Basic

Do you want to stop using perlite?

In this article we talk about the pros and cons of using perlite and an alternative that could help you avoid the issues perlite can cause.
Tomato propagation seedlings
26.11.2019

Tomato Propagation in easy steps

With this article we want to make tomato propagation easier. Among other things we explain how to optimally prepare the substrate before sowing, what circumstances are required for successful germination...
Beneficial microbes in peat
6.11.2019 | Kate Smit

Beneficial microorganisms in peat

Peat is the main ingredient in of substrates from Kekkilä Professional. In this article we explain why peat should not...
Poinsettias grown in a greenhouse
10.10.2019 | Kate Smit

The control of fungus gnats in your greenhouse

You have probably seen them before, fluttering through your greenhouse: fungus gnats or sciarid flies. These little mosquito-like flies are...
21.8.2019 | Nedeljko Basic

Prevent Algae in the Greenhouse

Greenhouses provide an ideal environment for the growth of algae. An ample supply of nutrients, high light levels and plenty...
17.4.2019 | Kari Silokangas

How to start growing with the Natural Control grow boards?

The Natural Control grow boards have been made by compressing dried substrate material. The compression enables better durability during transportation....
PrimeFLOW good rooting
14.12.2018

Role of wetting agents

A wetting agent facilitates the uptake of water during initial wetting and optimises the movement of water in the substrate...
14.12.2018

Mould in peat, what to do?

Sometimes, in certain temperatures, water condensates between the peat bale and the plastic wrapping creating conditions that allow fungal growth....