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Transpirational Pull

What does Transpirational Pull mean? In botany, transpiration pull refers to the suction, force, or pull that draws water up through a plant. It is a biological process where the water molecules and ions are absorbed up from the roots, and then evaporation occurs within the leaves, spreading water throughout the plant. Transpiration pull is a passive […]

Transpiration

What does Transpiration mean? Transpiration is the process by which plants absorb and distribute water through their roots and release water vapor through their leaves. Transpiration is the primary basis by which a plant sustains its life. More Info On Transpiration During the process of transpiration, plants absorb water through their roots, and then distribute that water to […]

Translocation

What does Translocation mean? Translocation is a term used to describe the movement of materials within plants. For instance, when carbohydrates are produced in mature leaves, they must be moved to areas where they are needed, but cannot be produced. This is an example of translocation. In addition to carbohydrates, translocation is also used to move RNA, […]

Trace Element

What does Trace Element mean? A trace element is any chemical element that is present in minute amounts in an environment or ecosystem. Although a plant’s primary nutritional needs are mostly met through nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK), they also require small amounts of other elements as well. More Info On Trace Element Trace elements are present in […]

Toxic Life

What does Toxic Life mean? Toxic life refers to how long a pesticide or herbicide stays alive or active once it has been applied on its target. In cannabis cultivation, pesticides and herbicides are common substances that are sprayed on the plants to treat problem weeds or insect pests that can affect the growth of the cannabis […]

Tower Garden System

What does Tower Garden System mean? The tower garden system is a vertical, aeroponic tower structure that allows you to grow up to 20 plants such as fruits, vegetables, spices, or flowers, using the one unit. The tower takes up very little room and allows the plants to be cultivated in only three square feet. The system […]

Glassblower interview with Windstar Glass

Windstar glass got started blowing glass Jan. 1 2014 for her mother’s headshop.  As she started out in production work she was able to really hone her skill to where she is today.  Mary Janes is the name of the shop that she started to blow glass in.  Taught by her father, she soon took her […]

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)

What does Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) mean? In hydroponics and general gardening, total dissolved solids (TDS) refer to the measure of salts, anions, cations, metals, and minerals that are found in water. Total dissolved solids are measured in parts per million (ppm). It is essential to monitor the pH and total dissolved solids levels in the water […]

Topsoil

What does Topsoil mean? Topsoil is the upper layer of native soil. The highest concentration of microorganisms and organic matter can be found in these top two to eight inches of soil; however, the amount of organic matter varies in different soil types. Most of the earth’s biological soil activity can be found in this layer. Topsoil […]

Topping

What does Topping mean? In horticulture, topping is the act of mowing or cutting the aerial part of a crop to prevent seed formation and distribution. Most often, topping is performed in order to control a temporary cover crop and prevent it from seeding. Indoors, a variation of topping is often employed in order to create a […]
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