Learn & Grow – The Orbit Blog

Are you confused about what pipe to use for your sprinkler system? The two main options being PVC and Poly-pipe. This post seeks to clear up the differences so you can make the right choice for you.

Attracting more bees to your garden is one of the best things you can do for your plants (and for the environment). Bees are some of nature’s greatest pollinators—without them, many of your plants won’t bloom or provide fruit. Bringing...
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The B-hyve is the future of lawn care. Whether you’re in the garage, the comfort of your bed, at work, or halfway around the world, you can monitor and control your sprinklers as if you were right next to the timer. And with WeatherSense and smart watering programs, the B-hyve is as good for your wallet as it is the environment. B-hyve homes have already saved more than 30 billion gallons of water.
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Powdery mildew has microscopic spores that spread easily and can weaken plants and reduce their fruit production, the exact opposite of what you want happening in your garden. There are many species of fungi that cause powdery mildew infections, and most are specific to one type of plant.
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Money can’t buy home grown tomatoes. That means you need to grow your own! Whether you start from seed or buy plants from a greenhouse, finding the right variety is crucial. With all this information, you should be able to find a variety you love.
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