Getting Cannabis Lighting Right, A Practical Guide to PAR, PPFD and Plant Stages Lighting is one of those things growers think they understand, until a crop underperforms. You followed the manufacturer’s hanging height, bought a powerful light, and everything should work. But plants stretch, tops bleach, or yields fall short. More often than not, the […]
South African Planting Calendar 2026: Your Month-by-Month Guide to Growing with Grow Folk If you’ve ever wondered what to plant and when in your home garden, you’re not alone. South Africa’s climate varies widely, and planting at the right time can make the difference between a struggling garden and a thriving one. That’s why Grow […]
Hydroponics often sounds complicated — pumps, pipes, air stones, electricity, timers… but what if you could grow nutrient-dense lettuce, basil, spinach, and even tomatoes with no electricity and almost no maintenance? That’s exactly what the Kratky Method offers. Invented by Dr. Bernard Kratky at the University of Hawaii, this is the simplest, purest form of […]
November marks the height of summer — the time when gardens burst into life with colour, fragrance, and energy. It’s the perfect month to feed your fast-growing plants, keep lawns lush, and fill beds and containers with a variety of vibrant blooms. Whether you’re maintaining a veggie patch or styling your patio with container plants, […]
Your plants deserve more than just water and sunlight. To help them thrive, we’ve pulled together a few key strategies—plus our favourite nutrient picks—to build vigor, resilience, and beauty into every leaf and stem. 1. Start with a strong foundation Healthy plants begin with balanced nutrition. Use plant food that offers all the primary nutrients […]
As the scent of spring begins to stir and gardens across South Africa stretch toward the sun, it’s time to plant the seeds of the season ahead. And this year, Grow Folk has something special to help you get off to a thriving start: 🌱 Grow Folk Germination, Seedling & Grow Medium – a premium […]
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