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Buzzing in the Dark: How Insects Use Dorsal Light Response for Flight and Why Light Pollution is a Bigger Buzzkill Than We Thought
Buzzing in the Dark: How Insects Use Dorsal Light Response for Flight and Why Light Pollution is a Bigger Buzzkill Than We Thought
Explore how insects navigate using dorsal light response and the devastating effects of light pollution on their flight, ecology, and pollination roles. With recent research insights and SA-specific tips for... Read more...
C3, C4, and CAM Plants: Photosynthesis Secrets, Oxygen/CO2 Cycles, and Native Lands for SA Grows
C3, C4, and CAM Plants: Photosynthesis Secrets, Oxygen/CO2 Cycles, and Native Lands for SA Grows
Unravel the differences between C3, C4, and CAM plants: their unique photosynthesis pathways, CO2/O2 processing, day-night cycles, native habitats, and recent research. With a focus on cannabis (a C3 plant)... Read more...
Terpenes and Flavonoids: The Hidden Heroes of Plants and Cannabis – Unlocking Their Pot-tential in SA Grows
Terpenes and Flavonoids: The Hidden Heroes of Plants and Cannabis – Unlocking Their Pot-tential in SA Grows
Dive into the world of terpenes and flavonoids in plants, including cannabis. Explore their roles in aroma, colour, defence, and health benefits, backed by recent research—plus SA-specific tips for boosting... Read more...
Plant Viroids in Horticulture: Common Threats, Symptoms, Prevention, and Recent Discoveries in Large-Scale and Home Growing
Plant Viroids in Horticulture: Common Threats, Symptoms, Prevention, and Recent Discoveries in Large-Scale and Home Growing
Explore viroids like hop latent viroid and potato spindle tuber viroid affecting horticulture. Learn what viroids are, signs, disposal, testing, and SA-specific prevention—safeguard your crops sustainably with Pot-tential Grows insights. Read more...
Substrates in Horticulture: Exploring Soils, Coco Coir, Peat, Perlite, Rockwool, and More for Large-Scale and Home Growing
Substrates in Horticulture: Exploring Soils, Coco Coir, Peat, Perlite, Rockwool, and More for Large-Scale and Home Growing
Uncover the world of horticultural substrates like soil, coco coir, peat moss, perlite, and rockwool. Dive into field capacity, cation exchange, global sourcing, costs, microbe compatibility, and sustainable alternatives—perfect for... Read more...
Understanding the Formation of Triploids for SA Agriculture
Understanding the Formation of Triploids for SA Agriculture
Explore advanced plant ploidy genetics for South African cultivators: pros/cons of diploids, triploids, tetraploids, and higher polyploids, plus formation mechanisms and triploid creation strategies—optimize your yields sustainably with Pot-tential Grows. Read more...
Achieve Precision with Tissue Culture in South Africa
Achieve Precision with Tissue Culture in South Africa
Dive deep into advanced plant tissue culture techniques tailored for South African pros. Explore sterile environment maintenance, laminar flow hood usage, and detailed procedures to minimize contamination and optimize genetic... Read more...
Unlocking the Potential: Benefits of Triploid Plants in South Africa
Unlocking the Potential: Benefits of Triploid Plants in South Africa
Dive into the differences between diploid and triploid plants for South African growers. Learn benefits like higher yields and seedless harvests, plus tips to optimize your cultivation sustainably with Pot-tential... Read more...
The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Tissue Culture for South African Growers
The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Tissue Culture for South African Growers
Discover how tissue culture can revolutionize your home growing setup in South Africa. Learn the basics, benefits, and SA-specific tips for propagating healthy, uniform plants efficiently—perfect for beginners looking to... Read more...