michael straumietis
Michael Straumietis is co-founder of Advanced Nutrients and an expert on hydroponics, plant nutrition & soil sciences. He markets, reviews and publishes his knowledge in short original papers with a focus on soil-plant interactions. If you would like to know more about grow lights, read the feature article in the hydroponics gardening section at www.advancednutrients.com.
Articles by this Author
Invaluable Safety Tips for Your Hydroponic Grow Lights
- By michael straumietis
- Published Saturday the 17th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Hydroponic systems for growing your own fresh fruits, herbs and vegetables require several key things: nutrients, a pump to circulate the nutrients, growing trays and pots for the plants to be held in, and some sort of grow media. Indoor systems also require an efficient light source and good ventilation. Often overlooked, lighting makes the difference between good results and superb results!
Measuring and Adjusting Your Hydroponic Nutrients
- By michael straumietis
- Published Saturday the 17th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
"Feed the soil, feed the plants" is an ancient maxim. Plants need 16 essential nutrients: 3 from the water and 13 from the soil. Hydroponics, however,is the science of growing plants without soil so the plants thrive on nutrient solution alone. Thus it is imperative to provide your hydroponic system the exact amount of hydroponic nutrients.
Choosing the Hydroponic System that Is Right For You
- By michael straumietis
- Published Friday the 9th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Hydroponic systems have become more and more advanced as the technology has popularized and entered the mainstream. Now you can buy and install any number of different hydroponic systems. Advanced Nutrients, a leader in hydroponic nutrients, presents this list of the most popular systems.
The Five Major Benefits of Aeroponics
- By michael straumietis
- Published Thursday the 8th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Aeroponics is an advanced process of growing plants in an air or mist environment without the use of soil medium. Aeroponic growing differs from hydroponics growing, which uses water as a growing medium and essential minerals to sustain plant growth.
How to Save Money on Hydroponics Equipment
- By michael straumietis
- Published Thursday the 8th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Hydroponics equipment allows us to grow food where no one has grown before, be it underground in the Earth, or above, in space as NASA has done, or under the oceans, this technology and equipment will further assist mankind in its quest for survival
The Best Ways to Get Hydroponic Information
- By michael straumietis
- Published Thursday the 8th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Hydroponics can be a difficult and confusing subject. The more information you can obtain, the easier it will be for you to begin your hydroponics project and sustain its productivity.
Proper Maintenance of Hydroponic Supplies
- By michael straumietis
- Published Tuesday the 6th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Hydroponic systems and their accompanying supplies need a simple but regularly scheduled maintenance program to keep the system running at optimum levels. By following these few simple steps, your hydroponic system will always give you the best results possible!
General Hydroponics Growing and Disease Prevention
- By michael straumietis
- Published Tuesday the 6th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
As most expert gardeners know, there is a huge variety of pests and diseases ready to dine on your plants. There are also a few specific problems that are particular to effecting indoor growing.
The History Of Hydroponics Throughout The Ages
- By michael straumietis
- Published Tuesday the 6th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Hieroglyphic records show that the ancient Egyptians were probably the first people to attempt to grow plants in a soil-less environment.
Hydroponics Supplies for the Ebb and Flow System
- By michael straumietis
- Published Tuesday the 6th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
The Ebb and Flow system for hydroponics that is known for its simple operation, proven reliability and its low initial investment, all while providing the unique advantages of hydroponics gardening.
Understanding pH for Hydroponic Growing
- By michael straumietis
- Published Tuesday the 6th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
One the most critical aspects of successful hydroponic growing is monitoring and regulating pH level. But many gardeners do not have a firm grasp of why this is important or even what pH means.
The Four Most Common Errors Hydroponic Growers Make
- By michael straumietis
- Published Tuesday the 6th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Hydroponics is the science of growing without soil. But it can be a tricky endeavor to partake especially if you are a beginner. Keep in mind these tips and tricks to help you create the best hydroponic garden and be the best hydroponic grower you can be!
Hydroponics Tips for Understanding Terminology
- By michael straumietis
- Published Tuesday the 6th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Hydroponics terms can be confusing for new beginners. Often times, the difference in your results can be attributed to you not understanding the terminology correctly.
Pests Commonly Encountered in Hydroponics Supplies and Systems
- By michael straumietis
- Published Tuesday the 6th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
Gardens are beautiful, bountiful works of art. But there are pests that are constantly looking to steal your work of art. Be on the lookout for these thieves and learn how to protect your treasure.
Where To Find The Best Hydroponics Videos
- By michael straumietis
- Published Tuesday the 6th, 2008
- Gardening
- Unrated
How can you learn more about hydroponic gardening? Video's of course! But where do you buy hydroponic gardening videos. We list the best places to get instructional, educational and interesting hydroponic videos.
